Overview
Albertus Magnus College offers the Falcon Fast Track program, providing high school students with incredible early college opportunities to get a head start on their academic journey. Through this program, students can earn dual credit (both high school and college credit) or earn college credit before high school graduation.
The program includes three main options: Dual Enrollment, Concurrent Enrollment, and College Before College. These experiences help students fulfill high school requirements, build confidence with college-level work, and save on future tuition.
Courses available to Falcon Fast Track students are typically 100- or 200-level courses, subject to availability. Previous course offerings have included: Business Communications, Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Criminal Justice, Public Speaking, Principles of Management, and U.S. History, among others.
Credits earned through Albertus are widely accepted, though students should check with their future institution for specific transfer policies.
Programming and Partnerships
Dual Enrollment and Concurrent Enrollment
Albertus Magnus College partners with high schools and districts through formal agreements to allow eligible students to earn college credit while still in high school. The current list of high school partners and concurrent and dual enrollment course offerings is available on the Falcon Fast Track website..
- Concurrent Enrollment: Approved high school instructors, working closely with Albertus faculty liaisons, teach Albertus courses directly at the high school.
- Dual Enrollment: Students may have the option to take courses on the Albertus Magnus College campus, giving them valuable exposure to the college environment.
College Before College (CBC)
Qualified high school seniors can participate in the College Before College program, which allows them to take one course at Albertus Magnus College and earn college credit. This is an option for students from partner high schools and non-matriculated students not from a partner high school.
Student Eligibility
Dual Enrollment/Concurrent Enrollment Guidelines
Each high school partner determines student eligibility to enroll in dual/concurrent enrollment courses. Students should consult with their high school guidance counselor.
College Before College Guidelines
Students in the College Before College program are limited to one course and may not enroll for additional study until they have graduated from high school. To be eligible, the student must:
- Be a high school senior.
- Be in good academic standing with a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or above.
- Submit a copy of their high school transcript.
- Submit a brief essay explaining their interest in attending Albertus Magnus College.
- Submit a letter of recommendation from their guidance counselor.
Instructor Credentials for Concurrent Enrollment Courses
The certified high school teacher must hold a master's degree or higher in the discipline that the course is being offered in or in a comparable discipline as determined by Albertus. The teacher will be required to submit a curriculum vitae and an official copy of their graduate degree transcript from an accredited institution of higher education to the Albertus Magnus College Office of the Registrar. The teacher will then be credentialed as a part-time lecturer in the corresponding Albertus Department.
Registration and Fees
Registration Process and Deadlines
Once the student's high school has approved the student to take a Falcon Fast Track course, the student must complete the online application to officially apply and register for college credit. The high school will provide additional instructions to complete the student's registration.
Application Requirements
Seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher can take one course at Albertus Magnus College. To apply, the student must complete the online application and submit:
- A high school transcript.
- A brief essay explaining the student's interest in Albertus.
- A letter of recommendation from the student's guidance counselor.
Fees and Waivers
- Partner High Schools (Dual and Concurrent Enrollment)
- Standard Fee: The fee is $65 per 3-credit course. Each additional credit hour beyond 3-credits is assessed at $20.
- Waiver: Albertus will waive all dual credit course tuition and fees for students who qualify for free or reduced-priced meals under the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
- College Before College (CBC)
- Qualified students accepted into the CBC program may take one 3-credit course at no cost. Albertus will waive all tuition for this course.
- Non-Partner/Non-Qualifying Students
- If a student's high school or district is not a Falcon Fast Track partner and the student does not meet the qualifications for CBC, the student will be billed part-time tuition per credit.
For more information, students should contact the Office of the Registrar:
- Email: registrar@albertus.edu
- Phone: (203) 773-8514
Supports for Multilingual Families
Within the Office of the Registrar and admissions there are staff who can discuss opportunities with non-English speakers.
Contact Information
Partnerships & Teacher Inquiries
Melissa DeLucia
Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs
mdelucia@albertus.edu
(203) 773-8538
Registration & Transcripts
Justin Cirisoli
Registrar
Registrar@albertus.edu
(203) 773-8514