Accelerated Scholars Program

The Accelerated Scholars Program

The Accelerated Scholars Program is an early college entrance program offered by Wentworth Military Academy and College in Lexington, Missouri. [http://www.wma.edu Wentworth Military Academy and College] For eligible students, this is a two-year program that awards successful graduates with both their High School Diploma and either an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science degree.

The program is modeled after Wentworth's nationally recognized United States Air Force Academy preparatory program. [ [http://www.wma1880.org/htmls/military_falcons.htm Wentworth - The Success School (TM) ] ] Students will progress through the program of study as a cohort, both in the classroom and in the dormitory arrangements. In addition to the academic curriculum, the Accelerated Scholars also receive formal leadership instruction through a number of sources which include college level classroom instruction, supervised leadership practical exercises, confidence and team building activities, and everyday opportunities to place learned leadership skills into practice with their peers.

Due to the popularity of early entrance programs, it is important to note significant differences in Wentworth's program:

* 1. Students progress through the program of study as a cohort;
* 2. Students can choose to earn an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science Degree;
* 3. Students live, learn, and interact with other students in their same age group;
* 4. Students can participate in, an earn athletic letters in, organized and sanctioned high school athletics (Wentworth is a member of the Missouri State High School Activities Association);
* 5. Every student receives extensive leadership training.

Sample Curriculum

First Semester:
*ENG 101 (Composition and Rhetoric I)
*MA 111 (College Algebra)
*SC 100 (Biological Science)
*BS 101 (Psychology)
*Elective

Second Semester:
*ENG 102 (Composition and Rhetoric II)
*MA 113 (Algebra and Trigonometry)
*BS 102 (Sociology)
*Foreign Language (Spanish, Russian, Persian)

Third Semester
*ENG 105 (Public Speaking)
*MA 121 (Calculus I)
*SC 120 (Chemistry I)
*HST 111 (US History through 1865)

Fourth Semester
*Literature (Choice of English Life and Lit; American Masterpieces; World Masterpieces)
*MA 221 (Calculus II)
*SCI 111 (Physics)
*HST 112 (US History since 1865)
*Art Appreciation

Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility Requirements for the Accelerated Scholars Program are:
* 1. Successfully complete the 10th grade;
* 2. Possess a cumulative GPA of 3.5;
* 3. Have a composite ACT score of 23;
* 4. Complete a comprehensive application which includes a personal interview and up to 6 academic evaluation forms. [ [http://www.wma1880.org/htmls/wma_acc_sch_prgrm.htm Earn Your 2 Year College Degree AND High School Diploma in 2 Years! ] ]

Accreditation

Wentworth's high school is accredited by the North Central Association, and Wentworth's college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. In addition, Wentworth is a member of such organizations as the National Association of Community Colleges, The Association of Boarding Schools, the Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the United States, and others. [www.wma.edu]

External links

* [http://www.wma.edu Wentworth Military Academy and College Website]
* [http://www.earlyentrance.org Early Entrance to College]

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