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    How to Enroll in
    A-State Early College Programs

    A step-by-step guide to earning
    college credit in high school starting
    as early as ninth grade.

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    Become a
    Scarlet Shirt
    Freshman

    Enroll in courses on the A-State campus or online and gain firsthand experience in a collegiate environment while completing your high school education.

Early College Programs

Gain up to 90 free college credit hours for free! 

Become a Red Wolf early to jumpstart your college education through A-State's Early College Programs. By joining these programs, you can gain a head start on your academic journey while experiencing the life of a college student. Embrace this exciting opportunity to get ahead, expand your horizons, and make the most of your high school years! Join Early College Programs today!

Concurrent Enrollment

Take courses during your high school curriculum and earn credits that count toward high school graduation and your college degree. These courses are taught by both your high school teachers and A-State online faculty. Reach out to your high school counselor or our offices for further information.

Scarlet Shirt Freshman

Be part of an exclusive group of freshmen gaining exposure to college life early. Take A-State courses on our Jonesboro campus or online courses taught by our A-State faculty. Tuition for courses will be covered at the concurrent rate ($65 per a credit hour).

Become a Scarlet Shirt Freshman today! >>

Upskill Pathways

Register for specialized pathways that provide a focused and accelerated learning experience, allowing you to gain a total of nine (9) college credit hours. These pathways include Swift Coding or Game Production and Development. Reach out to your high school counselor or our offices for further information.

Instructor and Counselor Resources >>
Important Dates

Fall 2025

August 13

Concurrent Application Deadline

August 20

First Day of Classes

Online/SSF Courses Enrollment Deadline

August 29

On-Campus/Traditional Courses Enrollment Deadline

September 1

Labor Day Holiday (A-State Closed)

September 19

Last Day to Drop Session I Courses

October 3

Last Day of Session I Courses

October 13

First Day of Session II Courses

October 16-17

Mid-Semester Break (tentative) (A-State Closed)

November 21

Last Day to Drop/Withdraw

November 24-28

Thanksgiving Holiday/Fall Break (A-State Closed)

December 4

Last Day of Courses

December 8-12

Final Exams

December 15

All Grades Due @ Noon