If you are a current high school sophomore or junior who is looking to push yourself academically during your junior or senior year, Kish's Engineering, Math & Science Academy was created for you.
The Engineering, Math & Science Academy (EMSA) is open to all high school juniors and seniors who are interested in pursuing a college curriculum focused on science or engineering. EMSA provides students an opportunity to start their college career while still attending high school, offering at least 23 transferrable and affordable college credits before earning their high school diploma.
EMSA offers two unique tracks tailored towards students’ interests, aspirations, and intended college majors. Students have the opportunity to select their track upon application.
The Engineering track is designed for students interested in pursuing math-based majors and careers such as engineering, physics, chemistry and computer science.
Students in the EMSA Engineering track will take Fundamentals of Physics I and Calculus II during the fall semester, and Fundamentals of Physics II and Calculus III during the spring semester. As an optional second summer semester, Engineering track students can take Differential Equations.
Students who complete the Engineering track will earn 23 semester hours of transferable credit.
The Pre-Professional track is designed for students interested in pursuing science-based majors and careers including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy and veterinary science.
Students in the Pre-Professional track will take General Chemistry I and Biology Principles I during the fall semester, and General Chemistry II and Biology Principles II during the spring semester. As an optional summer semester, students can take Basic Chemistry.
Students who complete the Pre-Professional track will earn 18 semester hours of transferable credit.
Learn more about the EMSA program through our Frequently Asked Questions.
Kishwaukee College will host three upcoming information sessions for high school students interested in the Early College Program or Engineering, Math & Science Academy (EMSA). The information sessions are open to current high school sophomores and juniors along with their parents/guardians.
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