ACCEL
The ACCEL program allows qualified high school students an opportunity to earn postsecondary and secondary credit while concurrently enrolled in a Georgia public high school. Through the ACCEL program, students can enroll in only associate degree programs at OTC. ACCEL students are allowed to take only general education core courses. ACCEL students who meet Georgia residency requirements are eligible to receive financial assistance through the HOPE Scholarship program. Additional fees and book expenses may be the responsibility of the student.
ACCEL requirements:
- Be classified as a high school junior or senior from an eligible Georgia public or private high school that is on track towards graduation
- Have a HOPE GPA of 3.0 or above
- Meet Okefenokee Technical College regular admissions requirements
- Satisfy program scores on the ASSET, COMPASS, ACT, or SAT entrance test
- Provide Okefenokee Technical College with a copy of high school transcript
- Be a legal resident of Georgia
- Meet U.S. citizenship requirements
- Be registered with Selective Service, if required
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress
- Complete an Okefenokee Technical College application for admission
- Receive a guidance counselor approval
- Complete a HOPE Scholarship Tuition form
- Complete online ACCEL Program Application form at www.gacollege411.com