TRANSATLANTIC
ACADEMY

Transatlantic Early College

Earn transferable U.S. university credits — and even an Associate Degree — while continuing your education in Europe.

A structured pathway to American higher education — without relocation

A Transatlantic Early College Pathway

 

A structured online pathway enabling academically motivated European high school students to enroll in U.S. university courses, earn transferable university credits, and progress toward an American degree while completing their local secondary education.

 

What this means for students

  • Start studying at an American college while still in high school

  • Complete up to a full Associate Degree before graduation

  • Earn a Dual High School Diploma as part of the pathway

  • Study at a reputable U.S. college — without relocating

  • Receive personalized academic mentoring and support in Europe

How the Early College pathway works

1. Stay based in your home country

Stay based in your home country while enrolled in the Early College program — whether during high school or beyond

2. Take U.S. University Courses

Enroll in accredited U.S. university courses, with real-time instruction from European faculty and mentors

3. Receive Structured Academic Support in Europe

Accumulate transferable credits — or complete a full Associate Degree before graduation.

Early College Academic Pathways

Two academic tracks tailored to different levels of readiness and ambition.

Students may continue into PPE Online or pursue other academic pathways.

Foundation Pathway

Build a strong academic foundation while earning transferable U.S. university credits (Approx. 30 U.S. credits).

✔ Develop critical thinking, writing, and analytical skills
✔ Complete general education coursework required for PPE and many other academic specializations
✔ Prepare for PPE Online or pursue other specializations

Associate Degree Path

Earn up to a full American Associate Degree (up to 60 U.S. credits) before graduating high school.

✔ Earn up to 60 transferable U.S. university credits
✔ Complete general education and core academic requirements
✔ Graduate with an Associate Degree

Personalized Academic Support

Transatlantic Academy provides structured academic mentoring designed specifically for European students participating in American university programs.

Support includes:

• Individual academic advising
• Oxford-style small-group tutorials
• Writing and analytical skills development
• Real-time assistance from European-based instructors
• Guidance in navigating U.S. university systems

A Direct Pathway to American Higher Education

The program establishes a structured transition from European secondary education into accredited U.S. undergraduate programs.

Students may continue toward:

• fully online U.S. bachelor’s degrees
• hybrid or campus-based programs
• or the Transatlantic PPE Online Bachelor’s degree

Through American Early College and Global PPE Online, we enable high-achieving students — including those pursuing professional careers — to participate in rigorous, real-time U.S. academic programs without geographic barriers.

Our model combines institutional partnership, intellectual rigor, and technological innovation to advance a new era of cross-Atlantic collaboration.

Institutional Partnerships

Transatlantic Academy collaborates with accredited U.S. educational providers and academic networks, including institutions supporting dual diploma programs, concurrent enrollment, and university credit transfer.

 

Start your transatlantic academic journey early