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Earn College Credit Through SOAR

If you're enrolled in a career and technical program at your vo-tech or CTC, you may be eligible to earn free college credits at BC3 through the SOAR (Students Occupationally and Academically Ready) program. It's a smart way to save money, get a head start, and prepare for in-demand careers.

Why Choose SOAR?

  • Save on tuition with free college credits
  • Graduate sooner by applying credits toward your BC3 degree
  • Boost your resume with real-world, career-ready skills
  • Start college with confidence in a program that fits your goals

How to Get Started

Follow these steps:

Start by sharing this opportunity with your parents or guardians and scheduling a meeting with your vo-tech or CTC counselor.

Be sure to include college-prep courses in your schedule to help you succeed at BC3.

Your school counselor will help you collect and complete the following:

  • Secondary competency task list coversheet
  • Completed secondary competency task list
  • Perkins program of study articulation agreement cover sheet
  • Copies of any earned industry certifications

Submit your BC3 Application for Admission and pay the one-time $25 application fee. Be sure to select a BC3 program that matches your high school program.

Eligibility

You must be a graduate of a participating Career & Technical Education program. See the list below for approved programs and matching BC3 degrees.

High School Program BC3 Program Credits You Can Earn
Accounting Technology/Technician (POS 01B) Accounting, A.A.S.

Up to 9 credits:

  • ACCT 203 - Financial Accounting (3)
  • ACCT 231 - Payroll Accounting (3)
  • COMP 210 - Productivity Applications (3)
Commercial & Advertising Art (POS 11B) Graphic Design, A.A.S.

Up to 9 credits:

  • ARTS 101 - Introduction to Art (3)
  • ARTS 102 - Drawing (3)
  • COMM 214 - Intro to Graphic Arts Production (3)
Computer Systems Networking & Telecommunications (POS 12B) CIS: Networking & Cybersecurity, A.A.S.

Up to 10 credits:

  • COMP 101 - Computer Information Systems (3)
  • COMP 211 - Networking 1 (3)
  • COMP 215 - PC Management Techniques 1 (4)

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply to BC3 now or talk to an admissions counselor to learn how your high school work can translate into college credit.