CABARRUS EARLY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

Cabarrus Early College of Technology is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the Cabarrus County Schools school district, located in Concord, NC with about 124 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 10th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 7 teachers, Cabarrus Early College of Technology has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Cabarrus Early College of Technology (CEC) is a specialized, innovative high school located on the campus of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College in Concord, North Carolina. Operating as a partnership between Cabarrus County Schools and the community college, the school is designed to provide students with a rigorous, accelerated academic environment. By integrating high school curriculum with college-level coursework, CEC offers students the unique opportunity to earn both a high school diploma and an associate degree or transferable college credit simultaneously, often at little to no cost to the families.

The school emphasizes a STEM-focused (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) approach, catering to students who are motivated to get a head start on their professional or academic futures. Because of its location and structure, CEC fosters a collegiate atmosphere that encourages independence, critical thinking, and time management. It serves as an ideal environment for students who thrive in non-traditional settings and are looking for a streamlined pathway toward higher education or high-demand technical careers.

For more information, contact Cabarrus Early College of Technology at (704) 260-6750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.