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The following advanced studies options are offered at Golden Gate High School.
AICE - University of Cambridge
The Cambridge AICE program at Golden Gate High School emphasizes the importance of critical thinking skills and communication in today’s global world. Worldwide, many universities recognize the AICE Diploma for advanced standing at the university level and may award up to 45 hours of college credit for achieving the AICE Diploma. The expansion of the Cambridge AICE program allows Collier County Public School students the opportunity to achieve the prestigious AICE Diploma. This rigorous academic and accelerated program of study is offered solely through the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), a division of the University of Cambridge in Cambridge, England. The University of Cambridge is consistently ranked as one of the top 5 academic universities in the world.
Why are AICE courses and the AICE Diploma important?
American universities have responded enthusiastically to AICE. The Florida Legislature has identified AICE as a graduation option and acceleration mechanism through which students can be awarded up to 45 hours of college credit at all public universities and colleges in Florida. Students earning the AICE Diploma currently qualify for the maximum Florida Academic Scholars tuition scholarship, and students completing the curriculum (without earning the diploma) may earn the Florida Medallion Scholars tuition award.
Why should students enroll in AICE courses?
The AICE program of study at Golden Gate High School offers students one of the most demanding and rigorous college preparatory programs in the world. After completing at least one course in each of three academic areas, students have the flexibility to choose a course of study that best meets their abilities and interests. Students also have the option of taking AICE courses and their subsequent exams in order to earn college credits without applying for the AICE Diploma. Regardless of the option chosen, enrollment in these rigorous courses will benefit GGHS students in the college application process.
Advanced Placement (AP)
The College Board Advanced Placement (AP) courses are rigorous, college-level classes in a variety of subjects that give students an opportunity to gain the skills and experience colleges recognize.
AP Capstone Diploma Option
Students pursuing AP Capstone Diploma must take Seminar and Research PLUS receive a 3 or higher on at least 4 additional AP exams.
- AP Seminar - offered during junior year. Consists of learning research and presentation skills and mini projects to develop these skills.
- AP Research - offered during senior year. Consists of taking those skills developed in AP Seminar and expand them into a full research paper and presentation.
Dual Enrollment (DE)
Florida Gulf Coast University Collegiate High School
Florida Gulf Coast University Accelerated Collegiate Experience is an early admissions program for highly motivated and exceptionally qualified 11th and 12th grade high school students. This special program allows students to attend FGCU as a fulltime university student. Collegiate High School students complete high school graduation requirements while simultaneously earning college credit.
Learn more about Accelerated Collegiate Experience
Florida Southwestern State College Dual Enrollment Program
The Dual Enrollment program offers high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn credit towards both high school graduation and college. Courses are offered on the college campus or on the campus of the various participating public high schools. Readiness for this program is determined through an examination of the student's high school GPA and scores earned on the ACT-E, SAT-R or FCELPT.