PACE (Preparing to Achieve a College Education)

What is PACE?

PACE offers high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take free college courses and earn free college credits!

PACE includes:

Students visiting Canal Park after a trip to the U of M - Duluth

• Free tuition, fees and books
• Up to 20 credits
• Courses and academic support that prepare students for college
• A supportive atmosphere where students work together to achieve their academic goals
• Instruction in college study strategies, ACT preparation, and career exploration
• College visits
• Experiential Learning

When are the classes?

• During the Academic Year: Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• During the Summer (6 weeks): Mon.,Tues.,Weds. from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Who is eligible?

• Students who will be juniors (11th grade) in the next academic year
• Dedicated students determined to earn a college education

What classes do students take?

PACE focuses on core curriculum courses such as:

Gaining knowledge for the future

• Strategies for College Success
• Sociology
• Interpersonal Communication
• Public Speaking
• History of Rock and Roll
• Lifespan Psychology
• Introduction to Film

PACE Requirements

• Take the assessment test
• Submit the application form by May 1
• Two-year commitment
• Have dependable transportation (Free transportation provided for selected high schools, ask if it's offered at yours!)

How do I apply for PACE?

Submit the required application materials (see below) by May 1, 2010. Completed PACE applications will be reviewed after the deadline and students will be notified of their acceptance as soon as possible. Applications received after May 1 will be reviewed if space is still available in the program.

Send completed application materials to:

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PACE
Inver Hills Community College
2500 East 80th Street
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

PACE Application Materials 
 

Deadline: May 1, 2010

PACE Application Form  (download, print, and complete)

PACE Counselor Form  (download, print, and complete)

PACE Recommendation Form  (download, print, and complete)

For more information:

• Amanda Jaworski / ajawors@inverhills.edu / 651-450-3863
• Program Director: Tadael Emiru / temiru@inverhills.edu / 651-450-3572

Preparing to Achieve a College Education (PACE) is an initiative of the Access and Opportunity Center for Excellence at Inver Hills Community College and is funded through support of MnSCU.