U of Evansville, school corp launch college credit initiative
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Local students will have more opportunities for scholarships and credits after a University of Evansville and Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation partnership.
High school students can enroll in a health sciences and education program and are eligible for a renewable $25,000 merit scholarship if they complete their program and are admitted to UE. The credits are transferable.
“The collaboration between UE and the EVSC serves to strengthen our partnership and equip high school students with the tools necessary to chase their aspirations and never stop learning,” EVSC Superintendent David Smith said in a news release. “Not only does this pave the way for students to earn college credit, but also opens doors to a world of possibilities.”
The university said the programs will set students up for a three-year university program in elementary education, secondary education, nursing or exercise science or direct entry into a physical therapy, athletic training and physician assistant science program.
“We are delighted to partner with EVSC to support young people who are passionate about education or health sciences and want to get a jump start on challenging and exciting careers in these fields while they are in high school,” said Mary Kessler, interim executive vice president, academic affairs and provost, in the release.