High School Completion
International Fast Track:
Dual Credit High School Completion and Associate Degree Program
The fast way to complete a Washington State high school diploma and earn credits toward a bachelor's degree
International students who want to complete their high school diploma and earn credits towards their bachelor's degree at the same time choose the Pierce College International Fast Track Program.
It takes approximately two years to complete this program (depending on English proficiency). Students follow the course requirements for the Associate (university transfer) Degree. Students in the Pierce College International Fast Track Program enroll in classes that give them both high school and college/university credit.
Save time and money! Students in the International Fast Track program can start college before they finish high school. They earn a Washington State High School Diploma and transferable university credits at the same time. And, they pay once for classes that count towards both a high school diploma and a university degree.
- After transcript evaluation, complete courses required for an Associate Degree at Pierce College
- Graduate with an Associate Degree and also receive a Washington State High School Diploma
- Transfer to a university and complete the last two years of studies for a bachelor's degree
What do Pierce College students say about International Fast Track?
“After completing my junior year in high school, I felt that I was ready for college. Pierce College was my top choice since it offered a wonderful high school completion program as well as college level courses for transferring to a four–year university. I completed all the requirements for a high school and continued to take classes related to my business major and to pursue an AAS degree.
During my last year at Pierce, I was accepted to all of the four–year universities that I applied to, including my dream business school: the Stern School of Business at New York University. The knowledge I acquired at Piece College helped me excel in all of my courses at NYU. I have also taken leadership positions in top business clubs at NYU. I am graduating with top honors from NYU next month, and I have received several employment offers from prestigious companies on Wall Street. From my own experience, it has become clear that with a Pierce College education, I can get from where I am to where I want to be.”
Yotsaphon Sangni, Thailand
Free High School Transcript Evaluation:
Upon receipt of a complete application, a Pierce College evaluator will do a preliminary transcript evaluation free of charge. Following this preliminary evaluation, students can estimate how long it will take to complete the high school diploma.
Transcripts must be translated into English; a faxed copy of the transcript is acceptable for the preliminary evaluation, but official copies are required for an official evaluation, which must be completed prior to graduation.
Eligibility:
- Students must be 16 years of age or older
- Students are not eligible for the International Fast Track Program if they have already received a high school diploma in their home country or the U.S.A.
Language requirements:
Students whose English is not at college level can start with classes in our Intensive English Program, and then continue on in the International Fast Track Program. Students who are proficient in English can begin their International Fast Track classes directly if they submit Proof of English proficiency with their application
Application process:
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