The Dual Enrollment Program at Erie County Community College (EC3) allows qualified high school students to take college courses that count toward both their high school diploma and future college degree.
Students gain early exposure to college-level coursework, develop strong academic skills, and save both time and money on their higher education journey.
Why Choose Dual Enrollment?
Participating in EC3’s Dual Enrollment program provides significant advantages:
- Save Time and Money – Earn college credit before high school graduation.
- Boost College Readiness – Gain experience in real college classes with college faculty.
- Improve College Success Rates – Dual enrollment students have higher GPAs and are more likely to graduate.
- Expand Opportunities – Explore career pathways and fields of study early.
Who Can Participate?
- High school students age 16 or older who demonstrate strong academic performance and receive a recommendation from a teacher or counselor are eligible.
- Applicants should be able to show they have the motivation and study skills to succeed in a college environment.
Available Courses
EC3 offers a wide range of college courses across disciplines that may transfer toward an associate or bachelor’s degree:
English & Humanities
Composition, Literature, Public Speaking, Philosophy, Art Appreciation
Mathematics & Science
Algebra, Statistics, General Biology, Environmental Science
Social Sciences
Psychology, Sociology, Macroeconomics, American Government
Business & Technology
Introduction to Business, Entrepreneurship, Management, Information Technology Fundamentals
Criminal Justice
Introduction to Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice
Career & Technical Studies
Allied Health, Welding, CNC, and additional career-prep pathways
How to Enroll
Step 1: Complete the EC3 EdReady Assessment
Visit ec3pa.edready.org/home to create an account.
Use the following goal keys:
English: KAenglish (minimum score of 60 in Reading and Writing)
Math: KAmath (minimum score of 55 in Quantitative Reasoning)
If you don’t meet the minimum score, complete the assigned study path to raise your score.
Email updated results to advising@ec3pa.org.
Step 2: Obtain School Counselor Recommendation
Ask your school counselor or teacher to email their recommendation to advising@ec3pa.org.
Step 3: Submit Your High School Transcript
Email a copy of your current transcript to advising@ec3pa.org.
Step 4: Apply Online
Visit Apply to EC3PA and select “Dual Enrollment” as your student type.
Step 5: Counselor Review and Registration
An EC3 Academic Counselor will review your materials and contact you to confirm eligibility.
If approved, you’ll meet with a counselor to register for your first course.
Dual Enrollment Pathways
You can participate through multiple avenues:
- Take a class on EC3’s main campus
- Take a class at your high school (if offered)
- Attend EC3’s Skill Center
- Enroll through your Career & Technical School
- Attend EC3 full-time during your senior year
Contact Information
EC3 Dual Enrollment Office
📧 advising@ec3pa.org
📞 (814) 413-7000
Key Contacts
- Andrea Campbell, Academic Counselor – acampbell@ec3pa.org | (814) 413-7030
- Dr. Stuart Blacklaw, Dean of Academics – sblacklaw@ec3pa.org | (814) 413-7006
- Mari Howells, Learning Support Specialist – mhowells@ec3pa.org | (814) 413-7020
- Kimber Forrester, Division Chair – kforrester@ec3pa.org
