January 2023, the Northeastern Illinois University Dual Enrollment program kicked off with 21 students representing three schools: Roberto Clemente Community Academy, Association House High School, and Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos High School. In total, 21 students are participating and taking two college courses at Roberto Clemente Community Academy.
The program also includes college advising once a week, a shadow day at the main campus, and free tuition. After the completion of the program, seniors are invited to enroll in the summer bridge program and apply for the NEIU for You Scholarship that augments any financial aid to provide free tuition to students that enroll. The scholarship is good for all four years if students maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher. Northeastern’s Center for College Access and Success anchors the initiative which is supported by the President and is a signature program of the Board of Trustees.
This is the third year that dual enrollment has been offered to students attending Humboldt Park Schools. The program is looking to expand its reach by adding ChiArts H.S. next fall.
