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Middle College

Central Piedmont middle colleges are Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) high schools that enable students to earn college credit while getting their high school diploma.

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Middle College
High School Diploma or Equivalent, Associate Degree, Certificate
Outcome
Two Years
Duration
In Person
Learning Format
Multiple
Location

Benefits

Cost savings

Save significantly by earning college credits for free during high school that you can apply to an associate or bachelor’s degree.

Industry certifications

Students can pursue industry certifications through hands-on coursework.

College amenities

You will have access to all Central Piedmont student amenities, such as labs, libraries and student activities.

Optional supplemental year

You have the option to stay for an additional year (grade 13) if you are unable to finish your associate degree, academic certificate or professional certificate in two years.

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About the Middle College program

Middle College programs offer accelerated learning opportunities that allow students to take college courses while completing high school graduation requirements. Students can complete an associate degree, certificate or earn up to two years of transferable college credit — tuition-free. Books are also covered by the program.

Students may begin the Middle College program in 11th grade.

  1. Apply in CMS. Complete the CMS School Choice Lottery Process, following all deadlines and requirements as outlined.
  2. Apply to Central Piedmont. Complete the application to Central Piedmont Middle College.
  3. Monitor your email for next steps. You will receive an email from Central Piedmont containing your student ID number and steps to enroll.
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Success Stories

Success Stories
I wanted to save money while getting a jump on my college education. Attending Central Piedmont’s middle college high school helped me accomplish both of those goals.
Amanda Vang ’20
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More information

The Middle College at Cato Campus

980-343-1452

catohigh@cms.k12.nc.us

The Middle College at Harper Campus

980-343-0012

harperhigh@cms.k12.nc.us

The Middle College at Levine Campus

980-343-9437

levinehigh@cms.k12.nc.us

The Middle College at Merancas Campus

980-343-0035

mmchs@cms.k12.nc.us

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