York Preparatory Academy Dual Credit Course Offerings

Start College Early. Start at Winthrop

York Preparatory Academy and Winthrop University are partnering to give students an early start on college. Explore your pathway, discover what’s possible, and take your next step toward becoming an Eagle. 

York Preparatory Academy Patriots can earn college credit while still in high school—and get a head start on their future degree.

Explore Winthrop's Dual Enrollment pathways designed specifically for York Preparatory Academy students.

 

Find your Pathway. Let us help you Soar.

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Business

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Think Big. Start Here.

Explore Winthrop courses that introduce you to the world of business, build college credit, and give you a head start toward your future career.

Explore the Business Pathway
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Education

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Make an Impact. Start Here.

Explore Winthrop courses designed to introduce you to the world of education, build college credit, and take your first steps toward becoming an educator.

Explore the Education Pathway
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University Bound

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You’re already on the path to college.

Explore Winthrop courses that let you discover your interests, explore potential majors, earn college credit, and get a head start on your degree—all while you’re still in high school.

Explore your options

 

Ready to Get Started 

  1. Explore Your Pathway
    Review the pathways below to see sample cources that help you begin exploring a major or career interest.

  2. Talk With Your School Counselor
    Work with your YPA counselor to determine which pathway and courses fit your high school graduation requirements and academic plan.

  3. Apply to Winthrop Dual Enrollment
    Ready to earn college credit?  Submit your free Dual Enrollment application/

    APPLY TO WINTHROP DUAL ENROLLMENT - IT'S FREE


  4. Complete Your Application
    After submitting your application, watch your email for your Winthrop Application Status Page. You'll use this portal to monitor your status and complete the remaining application requirements.

    Completed Applications are reviewed for Admission on the 1st and 15th of each month. Admission decisions will be sent via email.

  5. Get Ready for Your First Class
    Once admitted, you'll recieve information from the Dual Enrollment team about orientation, course registration, and next steps.

 

Investment

  • Dual Enrollment In-State Tuition: $165.00 per credit hour/per course*

    • Courses may include additional course or lab fees.

    • YPA Partner Enrollment Program - Tuition Reimbursement: York Preparatory Academy supports your journey through their Partner Enrollment Program. Students who enroll in dual enrollment courses and who achieve a letter grade of an “A” or “B” will be reimbursed for tuition that they paid (excluding the cost of books or other fees) for those classes. Click Here to Learn More

  • Eagle Books (WU Textbook Rental Program): $22.00 per credit hour/per course (return rentals to the Winthrop Bookstore at the end of the semester)

  • Winthrop University Dual Enrollment Parking Permit: $25.00 per semester