Early College Access Program (ECAP)

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We are at CCBC and ready to speak to Leah who is not your typical college student. Leah is taking advantage of an early college access program and is going full throttle towards a creative career in Fine Arts. She is just 17 years old but already has 40 college credits already under her belt. Leah, share with us how you’ve done it. 

Thanks, Alex! Hi everyone! When I was 15, I decided to get a jump start on my future through the Early College Access Program at CCBC. The dual enrollment program allowed me to continue working on my high school degree, while also fast tracking my college education. Along the way, my eyes have opened to all the possibilities the future holds. At CCBC, I chose to study Fine Arts to expand my creative skills in photography and graphic design, which go hand-in-hand with my love of fashion design. Now, I am 17 and have earned 40 college credits with a 4.0 GPA all at a low cost. In addition, I am participating in the Goldman Sachs Small Business Fellows internship program through CCBC.
I love participating in CCBC’s student life and events where I have made friends and connections and gained mentors. I am currently the president of the photography club, and I serve as a brand ambassador for the college to share how I have benefited from enrolling in college early. These extracurricular experiences have nudged me out of my comfort zone and built my confidence. Some may say CCBC is just a community college, but it is so much more. It is a gateway to many amazing opportunities and experiences. It can also save you a lot of money and time, as it did for me through the Early College Access Program. As I continue moving toward my dreams, I plan to transfer to the Savannah College of Art and Design, a four-year design college. But before I do, I want to thank all my instructors and the faculty at CCBC for giving me an incredible start on my college journey. That’s my story. Back to you Alex!

Wow, congratulations Leah on where you are at in your college education. You definitely believe the early bird gets the worm and are working hard for success with the flexibility CCBC has given you to jump start your education. I’ve got no doubt you will reach your goals. Keep it up.