Who We Are:
Our Early College High School program bridges high school and college, empowering students to earn college credits while completing their high school diploma. By partnering with SUNY Schenectady, we offer a unique blend of academic rigor, personalized support, and real-world experience.

Our Structure:
Students progress through a carefully designed program, with support from counselors, success coaches, teachers and an administrative team.  Our program ensures smooth transitions between secondary and post-secondary education, setting students up for long-term success.

Students begin their Early College program on our Center City Campus focused on completing their high school graduation requirements.  Starting in 9th grade, students engage in semester based course work with high school instructors before transitioning to the SUNY Schenectady campus to focus on their degree pathway with their college instructors. 

Our Mission:
Our mission is to provide equitable access to higher education while fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment that challenges students to think critically, grow academically, and thrive personally.

Why Choose Us:

• Earn transferable college credits at no cost to families.

• Engage in challenging coursework that prepares you for college and career success.

• Benefit from a supportive learning community and access to college resources.

• Access to community resources, volunteer opportunities, internships & externships.  

Available Early College Programs:

• SMART Tech ( located at Early College HS Campus)

• SMART Transfer (located at Early College HS Campus)

• SMART Scholars  (located at Freshman Academy, Schenectady High School, Big Picture)