Manchester Early College Experience
Get a Head Start on College!
Manchester University offers opportunities for high school students to earn real college credits through the Manchester Early College Experience.
Manchester Early College Experience is a different experience than your typical dual degree or college credit courses offered in many high schools. Students will attend classes on MU’s North Manchester campus or online alongside current students taught by Manchester faculty. Students have access to university facilities and services, Funderburg Library, the Success Center, academic advising, the Office of the Registrar, and the Office of Admissions. Meeting and working with other students and university professors will allow students to get a sample of actual college life.
As a part of this program, students will have a reduced tuition cost and will not be charged fees.
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Career Pathways
To get a jumpstart on your education at Manchester University, we have several different academic pathways to choose from. These pathways begin as early as junior year or can be adjusted to fit your schedule. Follow your interests!
Each student will be assigned an academic advisor to assist them in each pathway.
Business Pathway
Students participating in this pathway will work towards earning business credit. The path is for students interested in future professions: business management, marketing, finance, accounting and professional sales. Learn more about this pathway
Education Pathway
Students participating in this pathway will work toward earning credit supporting a degree in education. All courses listed are offered online. Learn more about this pathway
Exercise Science Pathway
Students participating in this pathway will work towards earning exercise science credit. The path is for students interested in future professions: physical therapy, athletic training, occupational therapy, chiropractic, and human performance. Learn more about this pathway
General Core Pathway
Students participating in this pathway will work toward earning core credit. This path is for students interested in earning core credit toward any university degree. Learn more about this pathway
Health Science Pathway
Students participating in this pathway will begin earning credit towards a degree in the health sciences. This path is for students who are interested in exploring options in the health sciences. Learn more about this pathway
Human Services Pathway
Students participating in this pathway will work towards earning human services pathway credit. The path is for students interested in future professions: sociologist, social work, case worker, probation officer and public administrator. Learn more about this pathway
Nursing Pathway
Students participating in this pathway will work toward earning credit supporting a degree in nursing. All courses listed are offered online with exception of math and chemistry. Learn more about this pathway
Psychology Pathway
Students participating in this pathway will work towards earning psychology credit. The path is for students interested in future professions: therapy & counseling, social work, human resources, education and more. Learn more about this pathway
Course Offerings
High school students can take advantage of courses available throughout each semester. Click on one of the areas below to expand and view courses.
SUMMER 2025 SESSION II 7/7/2025 - 8/15/2025
HIST-121: World History to 1500 – 3 credits – Online
HUM-211: Explorations in the Arts – 3 credits – Online
NUTR-330: Micronutrients and Metabolism – 3 credits – Online
NUTR-340: Macronutrients and Metabolism – 3 credits – Online
PSYC-224/L: Developmental Psychology – 4 credits – Online *Prerequisite: PSYC-110
*All classes offered are asynchronous.
FALL 2025 SESSION 8/25/2025 - 12/12/2025
COMM-110: Foundations of Human Communication – 3 credits – Online
CRIM-110: Intro to Criminology – 3 credits – Online
EXSC-101: Intro to Rehab Sciences – 3 credits – Online
EXSC-107: Medical Terminology – 3 credits – Online
NURS-125: Intro to Nursing – 3 credits – Online
PSYC-110: Intro to Psychology – 4 credits – Online
PSYC-110L: Lab – 0 credits – Online
PSYC-224: Developmental Psychology – 3 credits – Online
PSYC-224L: Lab – 0 credits – Online
*All classes offered are asynchronous.
Application Requirements
- Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (9.0 on a 12.0 scale) or higher to apply to the Manchester Early College Experience. Students must be junior or senior standing.
- Students may enroll in up to two Manchester Early College Experience courses per semester. 100-200 level courses only.
- Course credits earned are transferrable and will apply toward their degree if students choose to attend MU in the future.
Pricing
ONLINE: $50/credit hour
ON-CAMPUS: $85/credit hour
*Class materials not included.
*No fees
How to Apply Today!
It is easy to apply to Manchester University’s Early College Experience Program.
- Apply.
- Complete Parent Permissions Form sent directly to parent or guardian email from application.
- Submit official high school transcript.
Manchester University undergraduate admissions counselor Jacob Sweet will be directly in contact with the student about their enrollment.
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