UA Early College Announces Two New Freshmen Scholarships

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The University of Alabama’s Early College program is introducing two freshman-year scholarships for Alabama high school students who earn UA credit before graduation and then enroll as full-time undergraduates.

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UA Early College allows high school students to take courses taught by UA faculty online or on campus, giving participants a chance to earn college credit and experience university-level academics before graduation.

UA says the Crimson Start Scholarship will award $1,500 to students who complete 17 credit hours through UA Early College by December of their senior year with at least a 2.75 GPA and matriculate to the university.

A second tier — the Capstone Start Scholarship — offers $3,000 for students who complete 24 credit hours by the same deadline and meet the 2.75 GPA benchmark before enrolling at UA.

The announcement this week said either award can be stacked with other university scholarships up to the cost of tuition.

“These scholarships recognize the hard work and commitment of our Early College students,” UA Early College Director Lynette Campos said. “By earning UA credit while still in high school, these students demonstrate drive and determination, and we are proud to invest in their success as they continue at The University of Alabama.”

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