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Our Mission Statement

The Cabarrus Health Sciences Institute logo features a tree, a medical symbol, and an atom.

Cabarrus Health Sciences Institute will prepare students for career and life success by providing a challenging curriculum, maintaining an equitable environment, and inspiring students to maximize their potential.

Cabarrus Health Science Institute is an early college high school designed to expand students' opportunities for educational and career success in the health sciences.

Cabarrus County Schools, Cabarrus College of Health Sciences, and Atrium Health seek to create a pipeline of highly qualified healthcare professionals who mirror the diverse population of Cabarrus County. This high school is for any student interested in an accelerated high school program, especially first generation college students.

Students at CHSI will be surrounded with academic and socio-emotional support. They will graduate with a high school diploma, plus a college degree (AS) or college transfer credits, preparing them for health science careers and future success.

 

Core Values

Academic Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in academics and healthcare.

Integrity: Upholding honesty, ethics, and professionalism in all aspects of learning and service.

Compassion: Emphasizing empathy and care for all, essential qualities for future healthcare professionals.

Collaboration: Fostering teamworkamong students, staff, healthcare professionals, and the communities we serve.

Service: Instilling a commitment to giving back to the community through volunteerism and service learning.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • An Early College allows students to complete a high school diploma and an associate degree in 4 or 5 years. Students are accepted into our program the spring before their 9th grade year.

  • All tuition, fees, and textbook costs are free for accepted students.

  • Yes. Students will have door-to-door school bus service.

  • No, it is not required for admission, BUT some degree programs and their associated clinical sites will require it. In addition, students will be required to receive a yearly flu shot.

  • No. Math 1 can be completed at the early college. Grades are important, but other criteria are considered.

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