Henry Ford Early CollegeAdvanced Manufacturing

Henry Ford Early College – Advanced Manufacturing (HFEC-AM) is a unique, specialized high school located on the campus of Henry Ford College in Dearborn, Michigan. Designed as an early college program, it offers students a rigorous educational path that integrates traditional high school curriculum with intensive career and technical training. The school operates through a strategic partnership between the Dearborn Public Schools, Henry Ford College, and local industry leaders, aiming to bridge the gap between secondary education and high-demand technical careers.

The primary mission of HFEC-AM is to provide students with a streamlined path toward earning both a high school diploma and an associate degree in an advanced manufacturing-related field at little to no cost. Students typically participate in a five-year program, where they transition from high school coursework to college-level instruction, culminating in industry-recognized certifications and college credits. By combining hands-on technical training with professional mentorships and internships, the school prepares graduates to either enter the workforce immediately with competitive skills or seamlessly transfer to a four-year university.