College Ready Courses
Challenging Pathways to College Success
WPA provides numerous opportunities for students to earn college credit, including AP courses, Dual Enrollment (DE), and Career & College Promise (CCP) while still in high school. These courses are built to accelerate learning and enrich understanding. They challenge students with a faster pace, encourage deeper exploration and discovery, and prepare them for success in college.
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
Advanced Placement (AP) courses follow the College Board course of study, designed to prepare students for a course-specific AP exam. A score of 3 or better on an AP exam may allow the student to earn credit at the post secondary school of choice or to earn placement in a higher level course at the institution. However, students are responsible for researching the accepted credits and/or placement with the college institution for which they are applying. AP courses receive a weighted grade based on a 5.0 scale. Students are responsible for the fees associated with taking the AP exam.
Honors Courses
All students are eligible to enroll in honors courses with teacher and parent approval. All honors placement is subject to administrative approval. Honors courses receive a weighted grade based on a 4.5 scale.
NOTE: View the course catalog for more information about Honors & AP Courses offered at Wake Prep.
Career & College Promise (CCP) and Dual Enrollment (DE)
CCP and DE courses are college level courses that allow students to earn college credit(s) while satisfying high school credit requirements. WPA offers student the opportunity to participate in CCP and DE Courses through local and national two- and four-year post-secondary institutions. Upon acceptance into a CCP Program, students may begin taking courses at no cost. Any credit earned through CCP is protected under the North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA), ensuring a smooth transition between NC community colleges and NC public universities.
Students may also choose to enroll in a Learning Lab wherein they will be able to have a period in their schedule to have access to a computer and work on their post-secondary coursework. According to North Carolina’s Department of Public Instruction, courses taken through CCP will be funded by the state of North Carolina. DE and CCP courses receive a weighted grade based on a 5.0 scale. Please speak with your Student Services Advisor for more information.
Career & Technical Education Programs
Career & Technical Education Programs provide students with the advanced skills and training needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market. CTE classes combine academic, career and technical instruction with hands-on learning provided by certified teachers and experienced professionals enhancing the future of every student. For more information, please contact your Student Services Advisor. To obtain CTE certification, students must complete all semesters of a program and pass the associated state exam.
Have questions? Ask your Advisor!
From academic support and course planning ot navigating resources and connecting with the right people, we are here to assist you! For quick assistance, check out our FAQ page for commonly asked questions. To explore becoming a student, visit our Enrollment page. For additional questions contact your student services academic advisor!
Jill Ellison
Assistant Director of Student Services
jill.ellison@wakeprep.org
Ariel Pridgen
Academic Advisor
ariel.pridgen@wakeprep.org
Questions about enrollment and registration? Contact our Enrollment Specialist:
districtregistrar@wakeprep.org