Engineering Tech Degree

College-NOW is a two year program that allows high school juniors to enter North Central State College and Pioneer Career and Technology Center on a track to receive an associate degree in conjunction with their high school diploma.

This program has been developed to produce well rounded graduates who are exceptionally prepared for further education or for job entry. Students are exposed to authentic, problem-based learning opportunities provided by business partners or the students themselves. College-NOW promotes a fun atmosphere while providing academic rigor.

Latest Updates

• Open House DATE CHANGE! Please join us Thursday, February 2nd, 2023 6-8pm at the James W Kehoe Center, 175 Mansfield Ave., Shelby. Meet current students, tour of the facility, and find out about the opportunities available to give you a head start on your futur
• Degree Drives Grad to Automotive Career As the job market becomes more competitive, the importance of getting an education increases. It’s one of the many reasons Hayes Bentley started early and enrolled in the College-NOW program at North Central State College. Those experiences lead him to multiple internships for worldwide companies like Tesla and Marathon Petroleum.
• College-NOW Opens Opportunities At North Central State College, students have the opportunity to start college classes while in high school through College Credit Plus. Many enroll as full-time college students in College-NOW.