8-Week Virtual Classes for Current High School Students to Develop Critical College Academic Skills
College-level courses put significant demands on students’ critical academic skills — including more essays, longer projects, in-depth research, and complex math. For students who struggle in one or more areas of their coursework, this academic transition can have a negative effect on their grades, mental health, and adjustment to college life.
Our 8-week online Introduction to College Academics courses provide current high school juniors and seniors with a dedicated small-class setting to develop the skills needed to plan and execute college-level assignments in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Students participate in weekly live, online courses plus hands-on activities and independent self-study to learn and perform each stage of the process. By the end of this course, each student will have completed a physical piece of work relevant to their current high school studies.
Please note: these courses are not offered for college credit.
Contact us to speak with an admissions counselor or receive a physical brochure.
2024–2025 Course Options
Introduction to College Majors Research (Fall)
September 23 – November 11, 2024
This course equips students with essential skills to confidently explore areas of study. Students will investigate diverse majors, take self-assessments to increase self-awareness and complete a research project culminating in a class presentation. By the course’s end, students will have developed critical thinking skills and gain clarity on aligning personal strengths with academic and career goals, ensuring a purposeful start to their college journey.
Register OnlineIntroduction to College Reading (Fall)
October 14 – December 18, 2024
With guided lessons and holistic reading comprehension exercises, students learn to build critical reading skills needed for success in college classes. Students are introduced to a wide variety of college-level texts — textbooks, novels, articles, and primary sources — and new strategies to enhance global reading skills.
Register OnlineIntroduction to College Writing (Spring)
Schedule to be announced
Through direct coaching and hands-on practice, students build academic readiness in key reading and writing skills throughout the writing process. From developing their thesis statement and beginning to research, through the process of organizing and structuring their work, all the way to citing sources, concluding, and revising — students learn critical strategies for their college academic success.
Register OnlineIntroduction to College Mathematics (Spring)
Schedule to be announced
Nearly half of all college students fail freshmen math. But nearly all Beacon students complete their math requirements! This course introduces students to key mathematic strategies and the essential skills needed to be successful in college math. You must have successfully completed geometry in high school to select this course.
Register OnlineCosts & Discounts
| 1 Course | 2 Courses | 3 Courses | 4 Courses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Course | $500 | $450 | $400 | $350 |
| Total Cost | $500 | $900 | $1,200 | $1,550 |
Registration Deadlines
Registration is available until the class is full or up to one week after the course begins.
Register NowWho Should Participate
These courses are designed for current high school juniors and seniors. Students do not earn college credit.
Choosing the Right ProgramCenter for College Readiness
Do you have a question? Get in touch with the Center for College Readiness at admissions@beaconcollege.edu, or call 855-220-5376 (toll-free).