College & Career Readiness at Alpha Academy
At Alpha Academy, a tuition-free public charter school in Fayetteville, North Carolina, we prepare students for future success with college-prep and career-ready programs. Through rigorous academics and a partnership with Fayetteville Technical Community College, our students can graduate ready for college, career, or both — some with college credit already in hand.
A Clear Path to College and Career
Our K–12 model means every year of a student’s education builds toward what comes next. By the time students reach high school, they have opportunities to earn real college credit, explore future careers, and develop the academic and personal skills that universities and employers value most. We don’t just help students graduate — we help them graduate with a plan and a head start.
Earn Free College Credit Through FTCC
Alpha Academy partners with Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) through High School Connections (HSC), the local branch of North Carolina’s statewide Career and College Promise (CCP) program. Eligible high school students can take tuition-free college courses while still enrolled at Alpha Academy, getting a jump-start on a college certificate, diploma, or associate degree — at no cost to families.
Two Pathways to Get Ahead
High School Connections offers students two dual-enrollment tracks, so they can pursue the future that fits them best:
- College Transfer Pathway (CTP) — general-education courses in subjects like English, math, history, psychology, sociology, and foreign language that transfer toward a bachelor’s degree at North Carolina four-year universities.
- Career & Technical Education (CTE) — focused certificate and diploma courses that build practical, job-ready skills for entry into high-demand career fields.
Whether a student is aiming for a university degree or a skilled career, these pathways let them accelerate their goals while still in high school.
College-Prep Academics That Build Readiness
Success in college-level work starts long before graduation. Alpha Academy’s rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum challenges students across mathematics, English language arts, science, and social studies, building the strong foundation needed to thrive in advanced and dual-enrollment coursework. High expectations in every classroom ensure our students are genuinely prepared for what comes next — not just credentialed for it.
Guidance Every Step of the Way
Choosing courses, meeting eligibility requirements, and planning for the future can feel overwhelming — so students and families don’t navigate it alone. Alpha Academy’s counseling support, together with FTCC’s dedicated career coaches, helps students understand their options, apply to the program, and select the right courses for their goals. It’s college and career planning with a team behind every student.
Learn More at an FTCC Information Session
Fayetteville Technical Community College representatives present information about the High School Connections dual-enrollment program directly to Alpha Academy families. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions, learn about eligibility, and see how your student can start earning free college credit. If you’re looking for a tuition-free charter school in Fayetteville that opens real doors to college and career, we invite you to attend an upcoming session, schedule a visit, or begin your enrollment today.