MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Middle College High School (MCHS) at LaGuardia Community College is a unique, collaborative educational partnership located in Long Island City, Queens. Designed specifically for students who may have struggled in traditional high school settings, the school operates on a model that bridges the gap between secondary education and higher learning. By being physically integrated into the LaGuardia Community College campus, MCHS provides students with a mature academic environment and the opportunity to engage with college-level resources, faculty, and culture long before they graduate.

The school’s mission focuses on student agency, personalized support, and academic acceleration. MCHS allows eligible students to take actual college courses for credit while completing their high school requirements, offering a seamless transition to post-secondary education. This dual-enrollment approach not only helps students earn college credits tuition-free but also fosters the critical thinking and self-discipline necessary for success in college and beyond. With its emphasis on small class sizes and a supportive, inclusive community, the school aims to empower students to overcome previous academic barriers and graduate with a clear, attainable path toward their future career or university goals.