Char Eng Early College-UNCC

Charlotte Engineering Early College (CEEC), located on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC), is a specialized public high school operated by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in partnership with the university. Designed for students with a strong aptitude for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), the school offers a rigorous academic environment that blends traditional high school coursework with college-level curriculum. By embedding students within a university setting, CEEC provides a unique opportunity for them to engage with university resources and faculty while preparing for future careers in engineering and related technical fields.

The program is structured as a five-year model, allowing students to earn their high school diploma while simultaneously completing significant college credits or an associate degree, often at no cost to the student. The curriculum emphasizes project-based learning and hands-on experience, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for the engineering profession. Because the school is located directly on the UNCC campus, students are immersed in a college culture from their freshman year, which eases the transition to higher education and provides them with a competitive edge as they pursue advanced degrees or immediate entry into the workforce.