PACE

Program for Accelerated College Enrollment (PACE) provides opportunities for qualified high school seniors to get a head start on college by taking college credit courses that will also meet high school graduation requirements. PACE college courses are a valuable opportunity for students that will require personal responsibility and commitment to ensure success. PACE grades are included in the student’s high school GPA/Rank and will be weighted as Dual Credit/Advanced Placement (AP) in accordance with the SC Uniform Grading Scale. Failure to complete these courses with a “C” or better may result in a lower overall GPA and ineligibility or loss of financial aid later on. In addition, PACE grades will appear on the student’s college transcript and are important to their overall college GPA. Students should contact their high school counselor for information on how to access the online PACE Application. Students will be responsible for completing all parts of the online application and providing supporting documentation.

Advantages of the PACE Program 

• Earn credits now that apply to high school and college degree requirements;
• Reduce the course load during your college freshman and sophomore years, improving your ability to meet and maintain the “B” average required for LIFE or other scholarships;
• Provide a smooth transition from high school to the academic demands of college;
• Boost your high school GPA/Class Rank;
• Improve your SAT scores;
• Guarantee college credit with successful course completion in one semester. 
• Reduce overall college costs significantly.

Prior to PACE classes beginning students will need to:

• Purchase textbooks at the campus bookstore if textbooks are not provided by their high school guidance counselor.
• Obtain an HGTC Student ID and parking decal if attending classes on the HGTC campus or are taking classes online. Students must bring their Student ID “H” number included in the PACE acceptance letter along with a photo ID on a driver’s license or state issued ID to obtain their campus ID.  Students must bring their vehicle registration, and driver’s license to obtain a decal.  Student ID's & parking decals may be obtained on any HGTC campus between 8am-5pm, Monday - Thursday during the summer months.
• TECH Central & Public Safety Hours:
  Monday-Thursday 7:45 am- 5 pm and Fridays 8 am - 12:30 pm
  Technical Assistance with your WaveNet Log In information (password) or D2L contact at 843-349-TECH (8324)
  Email: techcentral@hgtc.edu
  Text: 843-357-8552

The PACE/Dual Enrollment Application Process

Complete the PACE Online Application and sign the supplemental forms in your online application account.

• Complete the FAFSA waiver form annually indicating that you are a current high-school student in dual enrollment. This form will be submitted online via your myHGTC Student Portal on the My Financial Aid card. The FAFSA Waiver is necessary because it determines your eligibility for Lottery Tuition Assistance without having to submit a FAFSA form.*
• Parent Agreement - signed by your parent or legal guardian
• Verification of Citizenship + upload your ID (if your DMV issued ID says “Not for Federal Identification”, you will need to use your SS card or passport instead).

Once you have submitted your online application, please submit your test scores to your Guidance Counselor for approval and course selections (see course info below). If you do not have test scores, your Counselor can submit a copy of your high school transcript for multiple measure review.

HGTC staff will review your online application, all supplemental forms, test scores or transcript, Counselor approval, and verify your residency. Once admitted, you will receive an official Acceptance Letter in the mail.

Note:  Priority deadlines for Fall and Spring semester are May 1 and November 1.

University Transfer Agreements

Click on the links below for general education requirements:

Coastal Carolina University

Clemson University

USC-Columbia

College of Charleston

Technical Scholars Welding Program

The Technical Scholars program at HGTC is designed for high school students who are interested in careers in STEM, advanced manufacturing, and healthcare-related fields.

Advantages of the Technical Scholars Program

• Earn credits now that apply to high school and college degree requirements;
• Provide a smooth transition from high school to college;
• Ability to obtain national certification to assist with job placement opportunities upon graduation;
• Reduce overall college costs significantly.

Conway:

• Technical Scholars - Welding
  * For students attending an Horry County high school, please refer to the district information.

In order to be eligible, students must be able to complete his/her high school graduation requirements within the parameters of the program (maximum of two courses at the high school per semester or less) and meet admissions requirements through HGTC which includes a mandatory drug test. Students should contact their high school Guidance Counselor to obtain the Technical Scholars/Dual Enrollment Application Packet. Students will be responsible for completing all parts of the online application and providing supporting documentation.