Early College Initiative

Early College Initiative

At Hostos we have two ECI schools: Hostos- Lincoln Academy (since 2005) and HERO HS (since 2012). Students in ECI schools have the opportunity to earn an Associate’s Degree at the same time as they earn a high school diploma. Students take college courses starting in summer before 10th grade. 

Hostos Lincoln Academy
Students have the opportunity to earn an A.A. in Liberal Arts and Sciences at the same time as they earn their high school diploma. There have been eight graduating classes so far; 20-40 students/year earning an A.A. by the end of their senior year of high school. 

Hostos Early College Initiative Health, Education and Research Occupations High School (H.E.R.O.)
During the six-year integrated program, students have the opportunity to earn their Career and Technical Education high school diploma, gain workplace experience at Montefiore Hospital, and Associate’s degree in Community Health from Hostos. Qualifying students may also apply to Nursing Program or LPN plus Community Health degree.