Launch U

Launch U is a specialized early college program. Students can earn their high school diploma and an associate's degree from GRCC in just one year beyond high school. Or students can graduate in their 12th grade year with an industry-recognized certificate.

Launch U is designed to support students in their career and education goals while saving time and money. By taking a combination of high school and college courses, students earn both a high school diploma and up to 60 transferrable and/or certifications at little or no cost to the student or family. Upon completion of an early college program, students may directly pursue a career or continue with higher education. 

To be eligible to apply to Launch U, students must: 

• Be a current 9th-grade student in a public or charter school in Kent County (for the general programs)
• Be enrolled at KCTC (for Networking & Cyber Security or Engineering & Mechanical Design programs)

How to apply

Enrollment in Launch U is coordinated through your high school counselor. Please reach out to them to apply.

Website

For more information, visit KISD's Launch U Website here.