LBJ Early College High School

Early College

Inaugural class to earn both Associates Degrees and High School Diplomas while at LBJ ECHS!

What is an Early College High School (ECHS)?

A partnership between a high school and a college
- We partner with Austin Community College
A school that provides students with up to 60 college credit hours towards a baccalaureate degree at no cost to the students
A program that, as defined by the 2005 Texas Legislature, targets students who are at risk of not graduating from high school

What Differentiates Early College High School from a Dual Credit Program?

Dual Credit	Early College High School
Typically offers between 12 and 30 hours of college credit	Provides over 60 hours of college credit
Students usually begin taking dual credit in the 11th or 12th grade	Students usually begin taking dual credit in the 9th or 10th grade
Support services vary	Academic, social, and emotional support programs are required for all students (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, Saturday school, advising)

ECHS Map

For more information contact our ECHS Coordinator Natalie King at 512.414.1920