T&P in partnership with College Now @ Lehman College is a campus-based program offering courses after school on weekdays and Saturdays. Course offerings include courses such as Intro to Education, Psychology, Sociology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Theatre, Journalism, Dance, Computer Information Systems, Spanish and Creative Writing.
The College Now program, offered by CUNY, empowers NYC DOE high school students to build academic momentum towards obtaining a college degree, explore future possibilities, make informed decisions regarding their college education, and understand how their academic pursuits can lead to fulfilling career opportunities.
The program’s objectives focus on assisting students in earning college credits or achieving college readiness prior to their high school graduation. Additionally, College Now fosters awareness regarding college access and career exploration.
The primary offerings of the program are categorized under these objectives:
- Earning college credits before high school graduation
- College credit courses: both prerequisite and non-prerequisite options
- Achieving college readiness before high school graduation
- Academic preparation courses: including developmental education (0-credit) courses, pre-college courses, and workshops aimed at enhancing college readiness
- Gaining insights into the college and career pathways
- Courses focused on college and career awareness: encompassing first-year seminars and student development courses, along with opportunities for campus visits.