MCC's early college programs provide a jump-start for high school students. There are a variety of ways for students to earn college credit before graduating from high school. Students can take part by enrolling in dual credit courses, dual enrollment courses, or participating in an Early College Academy. Many students benefit by obtaining work-ready credentials quickly to dive right into the workforce, or by earning enough college credit to graduate with a high school diploma and Associate in Arts degree at the same time. See what is available within your school district below.
Find Your Partner Campus
Our five campuses serve the greater Kansas City area. Several school districts partner with a specific MCC campus to serve their students' early college needs. Whether you are a homeschool student, private school student, or public school student, MCC has an early college program available for you. Below, you can choose the school district in which your home address is located to see what programs are available.
Project Lead The Way
Project Lead The Way is a non-profit organization that provides transformative educational experiences for students PreK-12. PLTW creates engaging classroom environments to help empower and teach students variable ways to solve problems with real-world challenges. This organization is recommended for high school students planning to go to college or for those already attending MCC classes. Learn more about credit by exam for PLTW.
MCC-Blue River
MCC-Business and Technology
MCC-Business and Technology primarily partners with the local career and technical centers in the greater Kansas City area.
MCC-Longview
Lee's Summit School District
Available programs:
- Early College Academy
- Innovation Track
- Missouri Innovation Campus
- Dual Credit
- Dual Enrollment
MCC-Maple Woods
North Kansas City School District
Available programs:
MCC-Penn Valley
Kansas City, Missouri School District
Available programs: