Dual Enrollment
Opportunities
DISTRICT FIVE SCHOOLS OF SPARTANBURG COUNTY
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Scholars Academy
University of South Carolina – Upstate awards transferrable college
credit
Serves high school students enrolled in all Spartanburg County public
schools
Students must enter in Fall of their 9
th
grade year
Students attend 75% of their classes at Upstate and 25% at their high
school
Offers college classes & advanced high school classes
Students earn up to 60 college credits while completing all high
school graduation requirements in 3 years
Students participate in their high school’s extra curricular activities,
sports, clubs, etc.
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Scholars Academy
Requirements
Maintain A’s & B’s in all courses
Begin as a ninth grade student
Commit to graduate the program
Be self-motivated, academically driven
Have parent support
Be mature
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Scholars Academy
Typical Academic Profile
Gifted/Talented student
Successful student in English 1 (8
th
grade)
Successful student in Algebra 1 (7
th
/8
th
grade)
Exemplary PASS
MAP – above grade level
High academic achiever
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Scholars Academy
Typical Personal Profile
Wide range of interests and pursuits both in
and out of school
Intellectually curious and a creative thinker
Seeks and thrives on challenge
Is able to work independently
Trustworthy and mature
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Scholars Academy
Selection Process
Begins in the 8
th
grade
Parents/students are informed of the program at IGP conferences, parent
conferences, flyers, school newsletters, school websites, and informational
letter and brochure from the Scholars Academy
Multiple information seminars for parents/students are hosted at USC Upstate
Students/parents complete an application packet and submit to his/her
guidance counselor
Guidance counselor completes the report/application and submits to
USC Upstate
Applications are ranked by committee according to rubric
Top applicants are invited to interview with committee
Based on interview and application, top students are invited to participate
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Scholars Academy
Ranking Applicants
15% - PSAT
15% - Recommendations
15% - Essay
15% - Grades
10% - EXPLORE/PASS
10% - Attendance
10% - Behavior
10% - Aptitude and/or Achievement scores (only 1 – highest)
Total application score calculated
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Scholars Academy
Student Interviews
Interview teams comprised of 3-5 educators from USC
Upstate and Spartanburg County Schools
Rubric used to calculate student’s interview score
Student’s final score = interview score + application score
All Spartanburg County applicants ranked
Top students invited to join Scholars Academy
Typically 35 students each year
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Scholars Academy
Spartanburg 5 Enrollment History
Graduating
Class
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Cohort12345678
Applied 6 29 32 26 25 28 34 33
Interviewed4 10 9 1410131415
Invited 3 9 7107115
Started 39*7107115
Attending 5 7 8 5
Completed
&
Graduated
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* One student transferred to another Spartanburg County District and completed the program
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Scholars Academy
Spartanburg 5 Graduate College Selection
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
College of Charleston 1
College of Charleston
Honors College
1
University of South Carolina 1
USC Honors College 2 1
Winthrop University 1
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Scholars Academy
Tuition, Fees, Salaries, and Benefits
District (24 students enrolled in 2013-14)
Tuition: $1,320 per student for 2013-14
2013-14 Total - $31,680.00
Textbooks for Cohorts 4, 5 & 6 (Class of 2014, 2015, 2016)
Fall 2013 Total - $2,693.42, Spring 2014 Total - $2,184.78
Bus transportation originating in District 5, two round trips daily to Upstate
2013-2014 Total: $5,950.00 Salaries & Benefits, $19,215.00 Bus Transportation
PE 1 High School credit in District 6 summer school - $250.00 per student 2013-14
2013-2014 Total: $1,250.00
Director and Support Staff Salaries & Benefits: $1,595.14 per student for 2013-14
2013-14 Total: $38,283.32
District Total 2013-14: $101,256.52 or $4,219.02 /student, 24 students
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Scholars Academy
Tuition, Fees, Salaries, and Benefits
Parent/Guardian
Textbooks and support materials (Ex. Lab coat, etc.)
Cohort 7 and after (Class of 2017 and after)
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Spartanburg Community College
SCC Tyger River Campus
Spartanburg Community College awards transferrable college credit
Courses/colleges listed on South Carolina Transfer and Articulation
Center Website (SC Trac)
http://www.sctrac.org/SCTRAC/tabid/411/Default.aspx
Students register for courses in pairs (3 hours each)
Parents/students are made aware through the registration process,
at IGP meeting, in the course of study catalog
Parent/student informational meetings are held at Byrnes High
School to give an overview of SCC dual credit opportunities, and
assist in the registration process
Students must earn final grade of “A”, “B” or “C” for transfer credit
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Spartanburg Community College
SCC Tyger River Campus
Fall 2014 Schedule
TIME/DAY MONDAY/WEDNESDAY TUESDAY/THURSDAY
8:00 – 9:20 A.M. English Composition I (ENGL 101) English Composition I (ENGL 101)
8:00 – 9:20 A.M. General Psychology (PSY 201) Medical Vocab/Anatomy (AHS 104)
8:00 – 9:20 A.M. Medical Terminology (AHS 102) Probability and Statistics (MAT 120)
2:00 – 3:20 P.M. Introduction to Computers (CPT 101) Introduction to Sociology (SOC 101)
2:00 – 3:20 P.M. Music Appreciation (MUS 105) Public Speaking (SPC 205)
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Spartanburg Community College
SCC Tyger River Campus
Spring 2015 Schedule
TIME/DAY MONDAY/WEDNESDAY TUESDAY/THURSDAY
8:00 – 9:20 A.M. English Composition I (ENGL 101) College Algebra (MAT 110)
8:00 – 9:20 A.M. Medical Terminology (AHS 102) Medical Terminology (AHS 102)
8:00 – 9:20 A.M. Macroeconomics (ECO 210) Western Civilization Post 1689 (HIS 102)
2:00 – 3:20 P.M. General Psychology (PSY 201) Introduction to Computers (CPT 101)
2:00 – 3:20 P.M. Public Speaking (SPC 205) Art History and Appreciation (ART 101)
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Spartanburg Community College
SCC Tyger River Campus
Eligibility and Admission Criteria
Student must be classified as a junior or senior
Student must complete SCC application and all paperwork
SAT: Critical Reading 480 and Math 480 or
ACT: English 19 and Math 19
Students without SAT or ACT scores can substitute an ASSET or COMPASS score
Minimum score varies by course
Students must meet all prerequisite course requirements
Ex. English 101 is a prerequisite for English 102
Parents/students provide own transportation; however, transportation can be
provided upon request
Guidance counselor approval
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Spartanburg Community College
SCC Tyger River Campus
ASSET – A testing and advising program from ACT for placing students into
postsecondary institutions.
Given to all juniors yearly
Paper and pencil format
Used by over 400 community and technical colleges
Required Scores --- Reading: 37-41, Writing: 36-44, Elementary Algebra: 42,
Intermediate Algebra: 44, Numerical Skills: 41
COMPASS – Computer-adaptive placement test from ACT
Administered at main SCC Campus and at the Tyger River Campus
Required Scores --- Reading: 69-81, Writing: 42-78, Pre-Algebra: 44,
Algebra 47-66
Installing at Byrnes High School and will replace ASSET
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Spartanburg Community College
SCC Tyger River Campus
Tuition and Fees
Parent/Student
$390.00 for 6.0 credit hours with Lottery Tuition
Assistance
$65.00 per credit hour
Must complete the Lottery Tuition Assistance FASFA
Waiver Form
Required textbooks
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Spartanburg Community College
Byrnes High School Campus
Course Opportunities
English 101 – English Composition 1
English 102 – English Composition 2
Math 110 – College Algebra I
Math 120 – College Probability and Statistics
Biology 101 – Biological Sciences I
Eligibility and Admission Criteria
Same as Tyger River Campus Courses plus
Earned 4 English credits, 4 Math credits, and Biology/Chemistry
credits respectively
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Spartanburg Community College
Byrnes High School Campus
Tuition and Fees
Parent/Student
Tuition $30.00 per 3 hour course ($10.00 per hour)
Biology $40.00 per 4 hour course
Lab workbook: Estimate $50.00
Required textbook: Estimate $150.00 all courses
Student tuition is lower since qualified/approved Byrnes High School teachers will
instruct each class
District
Typical teacher salary equivalent to any course taught in high school
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Spartanburg Community College
RD Anderson Applied Technology Center
Dual Credit Opportunities – Tuition and Fees
Health Science 2 - $20.00
Medical Terminology for the Healthcare Professional - $30.00
Nursing Assisting - $50.00
Carpentry III - $40.00 (Greenville Technical College)
Machine Tool Technology IIA, IIB - $70.00
Welding II - $40.00
Welding III - $40.00
Automotive Technology - $20.00 (Greenville Technical College)
Automotive Collision Repair I - $20.00 (Greenville Technical College)
Automotive Collision Repair IIA, IIB - $20.00 (Greenville Technical College)
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Spartanburg Community College
RD Anderson Applied Technology Center
Eligibility and Admission Criteria
Classified as junior or senior
United States citizen
Meet minimum score on ASSET or COMPASS
Successfully complete all prerequisite courses
Student must complete SCC application and all paperwork
Tuition and Fees
Parent/Student
Tuition $10.00 per credit hour
Supplies specific to course
$40.00 coverall fee, etc.
Must complete the Lottery Tuition Assistance FASFA Waiver Form
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Spartanburg Community College
RD Anderson Applied Technology Center
Student Certification and Licensure
Cosmetology - South Carolina State Cosmetology License
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Fire/EMS - First Responder Certification
Culinary Arts - ServSafe Certification (food and beverage safety training
program)
Automotive Technology - AYES Certification (Automotive Youth
Educational System – GM, entry level service tech)
Automotive Collision Repair - ICAR Training (Inter-Industry conference of
Auto Collision Repair)
Health Science - American Heart CPR Certification
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University of South Carolina - Upstate
Byrnes High School Campus
Teacher Cadet Honors Program
Students select dual enrollment option
Selection Criteria
Cumulative B average
Enrolled in all college prep courses
Written essay
Good standing with attendance and discipline
Complete school application
Complete USC-Upstate application and all paperwork
Cost to parent/student: $200.00 for 3 credit hours ($66.67/hr.)
Students earn credit for SEDF 210: Foundations of Education
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University of South Carolina
USC Upstate Campus
New for 2014-15
SC Upstate awards transferrable college credit
Courses/colleges listed on South Carolina Transfer and Articulation
Center Website (SC Trac)
http://www.sctrac.org/SCTRAC/tabid/411/Default.aspx
Students register for courses in pairs (3 hours each)
Parents/students are made aware through the registration process, at IGP
meeting, in the course of study catalog
Parent/student informational meetings are held at Byrnes High School to
give an overview of USC- Upstate dual credit opportunities, and assist in the
registration process
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University of South Carolina
USC Upstate Campus
Fall 2014 Schedule
TIME/DAY MONDAY/WEDNESDAY/FRIDAY TIME/DAY TUESDAY/THURSDAY
8:00 – 8:50 A.M. English Composition I (ENGL 101) 8:00 – 9:15 A.M. Introduction to Psychology (PSY 101)
8:00 – 8:50 A.M.
Introduction to Computer Technology
(CSCI 138)
8:00 – 9:15 A.M.
Introduction to World History II
(HIS 102)
8:00 – 8:50 A.M. History of Rock Music (MUSC 140) 8:00 – 9:15 A.M. Elementary Statistics (MAT 102)
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY TUESDAY/THURSDAY
2:00 – 3:15 P.M. Introduction to Psychology (PSY 101) 2:00 – 3:15 P.M. English Composition I (ENGL 101)
2:00 – 3:15 P.M.
Introduction to World History II (HIS
102)
2:00 – 3:15 P.M.
Introduction to Computer Technology
(CSCI 138)
2:00 – 3:15 P.M. Elementary Statistics (MAT 102) 2:00 – 3:15 P.M. History of Rock Music (MUSC 140)
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University of South Carolina
USC Upstate Campus
Spring 2015 Schedule
TIME/DAY MONDAY/WEDNESDAY/FRIDAY TIME/DAY TUESDAY/THURSDAY
8:00 – 8:50 A.M.
English Composition II (ENGL
102)
8:00 – 9:15
A.M.
Introduction to Psychology (PSY
101)
8:00 – 8:50 A.M.
Introduction to Computer
Technology
(CSCI 138)
8:00 – 9:15
A.M.
Introduction to World History II
(HIS 102)
8:00 – 8:50 A.M.
History of Rock Music (MUSC
140)
8:00 – 9:15
A.M.
College Algebra (MAT 121)
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY TUESDAY/THURSDAY
2:00 – 3:15 P.M.
Introduction to Psychology (PSY
101)
2:00 – 3:15
P.M.
English Composition II (ENGL 102)
2:00 – 3:15 P.M.
Introduction to World History II
(HIS 102)
2:00 – 3:15
P.M.
Introduction to Computer
Technology
(CSCI 138)
2:00 – 3:15 P.M. College Algebra (MAT 121)
2:00 – 3:15
P.M.
History of Rock Music (MUSC 140)
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University of South Carolina
USC Upstate Campus
Eligibility and Admission Criteria
Student must be classified as a junior or senior
Student must complete USC Upstate application and all
paperwork
Parents/students provide own transportation; however,
transportation can be provided upon request
GPA: 3.0 (“B” average)
Guidance counselor approval
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University of South Carolina
USC Upstate Campus
Tuition and Fees
Parent/Student
$396.00 for 6.0 credit hours
$66.00 per credit hour
Required Textbooks
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Spartanburg County Early College
High School:
SCC Main Campus
New for 2014-15
Spartanburg County Early College High School (SCECHS) at
Spartanburg Community College (SCC) is an innovative
partnership between the seven Spartanburg County School
Districts and SCC. The program was developed to graduate
students with a high school diploma and the first two years of
transferable college credit or associate degree in preparation
for high growth, high demand jobs of the 21st century.
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Spartanburg County Early College High School:
SCC Main Campus
The Program serves students who …
Are at risk of dropping out of school before attaining a high school
diploma
Would benefit from accelerated academic instruction
Are the first in their immediate family to attend college
Are from groups historically under-represented in postsecondary
education
Are economically disadvantaged students.
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Spartanburg County Early College High School:
SCC Main Campus
Program Goals:
To Improve Graduation Rates
Make Higher Education Accessible and Affordable
Provide Guidance and Support
Facilitate the Transition to Higher Education
Offer Innovative Program
Student Outcomes:
Students earn 60 hours of transferrable credit
Graduates enter a four year college or university
Graduates enter work force with an Associate of Arts Degree
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Spartanburg County Early College High School:
SCC Main Campus
Selection Criteria
Factors used for selecting student:
Rising ninth grade students
Students with high academic
potential
Average to high test scores
2.0 - 3.5 grade point average (GPA)
College potential with support
Desire and determination
Self directed and focused
No behavioral issues
Students must meet one or more of the
following criteria:
First in immediate family to attend college
Historically underserved in postsecondary
education
Low income
Special circumstances
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Students attend classes at SCC: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Blend of college and high school credit classes
Participation in extracurricular activities encouraged
Bus transportation provided
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Spartanburg County Early College High School:
SCC Main Campus
Selection and Enrollment Process
Students are nominated by guidance counselor, teacher or administrator
Nominated students and parents invited to attend informational session at
SCC
Students and parents complete and submit application
Students are administered COMPASS test
Applications scored by committee based on rubric
Top candidates invited to interview with committee
Top 25 county-wide candidates invited to participate
Students complete all enrollment forms for SCC
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Spartanburg County Early College High School:
SCC Main Campus
Ranking Applicants
GPA: 0 – 20 points
Discipline: -20 – 20 points
Poverty index: 0 – 20 points
First to attend college: 15 – 20 points
Special circumstances: 10 – 20 points
Attendance: deductions based on absence types
Recommendations: 15 – 20 points
Writing sample: 15 points
Total application score calculated
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Spartanburg County Early College High School:
SCC Main Campus
Tuition and Fees: District
Tuition: Based on number of students selected from Spartanburg Five
2014-15 Estimate: $1,084.00 per student ($3,252.00 total – 3 students)
See cost structure slide/page 41
Textbooks: 2014-15 Estimate: $3,150.00
PE 1 High School credit in District 6 summer school - $250.00 per student 2013-14
2014-15 Estimate: $750.00
Transportation:
$5,819.40 added to Scholars Academy mileage
$1,700.00 added to Scholars Academy salary and benefits
Director and support staff salary and benefits
2014-15 Estimate: $6,584.73 (1 student), $13,169.46 (2 students), $19,754.20 (3 students)
AVID: 2014-15 Estimate: $2,500.00 year 1
District Estimate 2014-15: $36,925.60
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Spartanburg County Early College High School:
SCC Main Campus
Tuition and Fees
Students/Parents
No tuition, books or fee costs
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Cost Structure
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AVID at a Glance
What AVID is…..
AVID is an acronym that stands for Advancement Via Individual
Determination.
AVID is an in-school academic support program for grades 4-12 that
prepares students for college eligibility and success.
AVID places academically average students in advanced classes.
AVID levels the playing field for minority, rural, low-income, and
other students without a college-going tradition in their families.
AVID is for ALL students, but it targets those in the academic middle.
AVID is implemented school wide and district wide.
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