Program Overview
ASM Tech Early College High School:
What are we?
The Academy of Science Math and Technology Early College High School (ASM Tech) is one of 17 Early/Middle College High Schools in Michigan. An Early Middle College High School is a stand-alone public high school where 100% of the pupils are enrolled as early college students.
A high school that is funded like any other public high school in the state.
A high school on the campus of West Shore Community College limited to 40 students per grade level.
Who are we?
Collaboration between the West Shore Educational Service District, the Manistee Intermediate School District, West Shore Community College (WSCC), and area high schools.
What are we here to do?
Increase the number of students in the region attending college.
Increase the number of students in the region succeeding in college.
What’s in it for the students?
Free West Shore Community College tuition and fees for 2 years
Free college books, required materials, and a laptop, for 2 years
Support from our Coordinator and staff on the student’s academic journey
A cohort model, where students encourage and strengthen each other
A wrap-around support class per cohort plus an all-school class with students as mentors
Full access to WSCC and its activities, events, services, and opportunities
What does an “Early College” look like?
Students will be enrolled in high school for a total of five years.
First two years will be at their local high school.
Third year will be at their local high school, potentially with some dual enrollment courses.
Fourth and fifth years will be at West Shore Community College full time. (Students leave their local high school a year early to attend college.)
How do students get into ASM Tech?
Applications are to be completed and returned to the local school counselor; selection of ASM Tech students is made by a local committee.
Each school district from Mason, Lake, Oceana and Manistee County is guaranteed the selection of at least two qualified students. More may be selected, based on availability and number of qualified applicants.
What does an “Early College” look like during the 4th and 5th year?
During the 4th year, students will be able to participate at their local high school in sports, clubs, dances, and they may walk at graduation with their class
During the 5th year, students participate in ASM Tech graduation and WSCC graduation (if earned)
How will students be selected?
Ten categories worth an equal amount are focused on:
Grade Point Average
Letter of Application
Test Scores
Value to Student
Completed Application
Family Interview
Family Need
STEM Essay
Graduation Progress
Two Letters of Recommendation
How will being an Early College Student affect my future college scholarships and financial aid?
After graduating from ASM Tech, post-secondary educational institutions will view you as a first year college student. This means that you will have the opportunity to qualify for freshman (first year) scholarships instead of transfer scholarships.
