Online and Onsite AP and Honors School for Exceptional Students
Through the PALCS University Scholars Program, USP, a ticket to a world of academic exploration and intellectual adventure awaits! The academic program is all about empowering students to reach new heights. Designed for motivated learners in middle school and high school, USP offers a treasure trove of honors and AP courses just waiting to be uncovered. Students will deep-dive into subject matter that ignites their curiosity, all while sharpening their critical thinking skills and fueling their love of learning!
USP offers instruction designed for gifted and accelerated learners in all four core disciplines. Whether passionate about math, history, science, or literature, our course curricula offer dynamic and enriching experiences tailored for exceptional scholars. The accelerated, honors, and advanced placement courses provide qualified students the opportunity to explore interests, hone analytical skills, and prepare for future successes in and beyond the classroom.
Accelerated Coursework for Exceptional Students
The University Scholars Program is conveniently accessible to all qualified students in Pennsylvania. Depending upon your learning preferences, your geographical locale, and your personal endeavors, students can choose from our blended onsite/online program in West Chester, Pennsylvania, or our fully online virtual program available statewide. Regardless of the classroom format, students can access a high-performance, high-achievement education.
College-Level Engagement & Expectations
As an honors, college-preparatory program, each University Scholars’ course curriculum cultivates collegial level engagement by its intentional design to challenge students academically, to develop and refine critical thinking skills, and to enrich individual lives by fostering a lifetime love of learning. Through a supportive environment and personalized instruction, we empower students not only to excel in their academic pursuits but to expand their horizons
Preparing High Performing Students to Thrive
Our educational philosophy encompasses the holistic development of our exceptional students by prioritizing the social and emotional well-being of our scholars, by providing them with tools and resources they need to thrive. Through authentic scholarship, collaboration with other advanced learners, and leadership development, we prepare students to address their own academic and personal growth challenges unique to gifted and advanced learners.
Get To Know Your Teachers
Want to learn more about the amazing individuals behind your education? Click here to meet the dedicated teachers who make advanced learning at PALCS an unforgettable experience!