In order to promote their University Career and Promise program o “Career and College Promise” , Guilford Technical Community College will conduct four information sessions aimed at students high school and their parents.
Students and parents are invited to attend any of the free one-hour events at their Jamestown campus.
Get ahead of university without paying tuition
“Career and College Promise” (CCP) offers North Carolina high school students the opportunity to earn college credits on a university campus. community college.
The program is free for students of eleventh (senior) and tenth (junior) grade of secondary school. Students must have an unweighted cumulative GPA of 2.8.
“Discover how your student can get ahead in college, without paying tuition, through the Career and College Promise program,” the GTCC states on its website.
"In addition, it mentions that this information session is designed for students and families who want to understand how the program allows eligible high school students to earn college credits while fulfilling high school requirements," the GTCC states on its website.
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What information will be shared in the sessions
During the session, families will learn about program pathways, eligibility requirements, application steps, important deadlines, and support services available to help students succeed.
GTCC staff will also explain how CCP courses can align with career goals, transfer opportunities, and employment credentials.
“Whether your student is exploring university optionsWhether planning a future career or seeking academic advancement, this session will offer clear guidance and time to ask questions,” the information says.
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Two-way program
GTCC offers two way University Career and Promise: University Transfer and Professional/Technical Education.
Within the Itineraries of University Transfer Students can earn credits toward an associate degree in: arts, sciences, fine arts, teacher training, engineering, or Nursing, with university credits transferable to all institutions of the UNC System already many private universities and colleges in North Carolina.
The way of Vocational/Technical Education, It offers more than 30 certificate and diploma programs, including: fire protection technology, criminal justice, culinary arts, medical office management, early childhood education, aviation, welding, and more.
The GTCC Career and College Promise program is currently accepting applications for the Fall semester of 2026.
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Session information
All sessions will be held on Tuesdays from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the Jamestown campus, at the GTCC in the auditorium of the Koury Hospitality Careers Building, located at 621 E. Main St, Jamestown.
Dates: January 27, February 17, March 17, April 14
You can find more information about the Career and College Promise program at the link provided. website www.gtcc.eduor to register at the link any session.
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