Welcome to Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College!
Congratulations on your decision to participate in Early College at the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ. We are excited to assist you as you prepare for college-level learning – starting with the application process. Follow the video, or read the instructions below to complete your application. If you have questions about requirements, placement tests, or how to request courses, review the information below or to learn more on your next steps.
Congratulations on your decision to participate in Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College!
Currently enrolled Early College students do not need to complete a new application*. Students applying for Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College should complete the following steps:
- Complete the and select “Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College (dual enrollment)” as your Student Type.
- Connect with your high school counselor to submit your official high school transcript and test scores. (Some courses, like English, Speech, and Math require .)
- Complete your within your MyÄ¢¹½ÊÓƵ account. Click to view a list of courses available to Early College students.
- You will be registered for your Early College Course by a member of the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Admissions staff. Check your email for updates regarding your enrollment status.
Students are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible to ensure time for admission and registration. Click here to view academic calendars and registration deadlines.
*Currently enrolled Early College participants do not need to complete a new application. Students will need to complete an within their MyÄ¢¹½ÊÓƵ account. However, if you participated in Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College and have chosen not to enroll for two consecutive Fall/Spring semesters, you will need to via your existing MyÄ¢¹½ÊÓƵ account.
Some courses (especially English, Math, or Speech) may require ACT/SAT scores or placement testing.
Students may sign up for a placement test via Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Success Center or to ugalert@una.edu.
If you feel ready to take college-level coursework, the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Office of Admissions encourages you to complete an ACT test. While this is not a requirement, it is a positive first step in preparing for college level learning.
Requirements for students applying to Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College:
- Students must have a minimum 3.00 unweighted GPA to participate in the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College Program.
- “C” average on Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ courses for continued participation in the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College program.
- Course requirements (specific ACT scores, high school courses, etc.) as listed in this catalog.
- Early College students (cohort and non-cohort) must meet the same prerequisite requirements for courses that are listed in the most current
- If a student does not meet the 3.0 GPA requirement, they may apply but will only be eligible to register for Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ 105.
How to Register for Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College Courses
- Early College students do not self-register for classes.
- Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ places a registration hold on your account until you enroll as a full-time freshman.
- The Early College team handles registration after your course request is submitted.
If You Are Taking Online or On-Campus Courses:
- Each semester, log in to your MyÄ¢¹½ÊÓƵ account.
- Submit the Early College Course Request Form.
- The Early College staff will:
- Review your request
- Register you for available courses based on eligibility and space
- Important: Courses are first come, first served, so submit your request early.
If You Are Taking Courses at Your High School (Cohort Courses):
- Do not submit the Course Request Form unless you are also taking an online course (see above).
- Talk to your high school counselor about which cohort courses you want to take.
- Your counselor will send your information to Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Admissions for registration.
Ongoing Enrollment
- Once admitted, you can continue taking classes every semester without reapplying.
- If you skip more than two semesters in a row, you will need to reapply.
- For each semester you want to take online or on-campus classes:
- Submit a new Course Request Form in your .
Do I need ACT or SAT scores to apply?
No, you do not need test scores to apply to the Early College program.
Yes, you will need test scores to register for English, Math, or Speech courses.
Is my course registration guaranteed?
No, courses are not guaranteed. Registration depends on course availability and your eligibility.
You will receive a confirmation email once your registration is complete.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
Contact your for information on dual enrollment and application next steps.
How do I access my Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Portal account?
Students will receive their Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Portal log in information in their Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Early College acceptance email. Use the email to log in, or click here to access the log in page and enter your credentials.
If you are having issues with your Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ log in, please email helpdesk@una.edu.
How do I get registered for a course?
Complete your .
How do I access my course?
Once you are registered for your course, you will be notified via text and email. Use your Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Portal information to access - Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ's online course assignment platform.
Why do I have a hold on my account?
Holds are placed on Early College student accounts to lock in course registrations.
How do I withdraw from a course?
In order to drop or withdraw from a class, students must discuss their course changes with their guidance counselor. Once the counselor has approved the withdrawal or course change information, students can email admissions@una.edu with the following information to begin the withdrawal/change process:
The high school counselor must provide the Early College student's full name, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ ID number, and course name/section.
Please allow 24-48 hours for the request to be processed. Some exceptions may apply.