Early College Academy

Kutztown University's Early College Academy provides accelerated access to college and careers for high school students.

We are partnering with school districts in Berks and Lehigh counties to provide early access to college. 

For 2025-26, We will offer two tracks (availability determined by each school district, contact your school counselor for details).

Timeline for 2025-26 school year

• January - March 2025 - Information sessions 
• Thursday, March 13,^, 7 - 8 p.m. Virtual Information Session for prospective students and families (contact your school counselor for Zoom link)
• Friday, March 14 - Interest form deadline
• Tuesday, March 25 Visit KU Day - Interested students will come to KU for a tailored experience
• Friday, April 11 - Application deadline (Application links are emailed to the students)
• Wednesday, April 30 Induction Day
• Monday, August 25 First day of Fall 2025 classes

Participating Districts

Kutztown University has partnered with a number of districts for this exciting program.

For More Information

Is your district interested in partnering with KU? Have any other questions?

Contact Dr. Rebecca West Burns, dean, College of Education
Email: burns@kutztown.edu
Phone: 610-683-4300

Are you a student interested in dual enrollment, but your district isn't yet participating in the Early College Academy for Education?

Please review our other dual-enrollment opportunities.

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