Collegiate High School Academic Pathways

Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) is proud to offer high school students the opportunity to earn college credit through our Collegiate High School Academic Pathways program.

This flexible, career-focused program allows students to begin building a college transcript while still in high school—saving time and money, and positioning students for early degree completion and transfer success.

Business Administration

 

Designed for students who are interested in or considering pursuing a degree in business, accounting, entrepreneurship, or something similar. Students who complete this pathway are prepared for entry-level business roles or further academic study.

Program Course Bank
Year 1: Foundation Courses

Typically completed during the Sophomore Year 

  • CISM101 – Introduction to Computers (4 cr.)*
  • ENGL101 – English Composition I (3 cr.)*
  • MATH103 – Statistics I (3 cr.)*
Year 2: Business Core Courses

Typically completed during the Junior Year

  • ACCT101 – Accounting I (4 cr.)
  • BUSN200 – Principles of Management  (3 cr.)
  • ECON102 – Principles of Economics (Micro) (3 cr.)*
Year 3: Specialization Courses

Typically completed the summer before Senior Year 

  • ACCT102 – Accounting II (4 cr.)
  • BUSN109 – Business Law I (3 cr.)
  • BUSN250 – Principles of Marketing (3 cr.)

Total credits: 30

*Courses marked with an asterisk satisfy General Education requirements

The Business Administration Certificate is designed to apply seamlessly toward the A.S. in Business Administration at RCSJ.

Students may also apply these credits toward related RCSJ degrees in:

  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Digital Marketing
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Human Resource Management

Note: While all 30 credits are accepted, programs outside of the A.S. in Business Administration will require course substitutions. These will be approved on a case-by-case basis by the Dean of Business Studies.

For students interested in or thinking about a degree in education. This pathway provides the general education necessary for students who are planning to complete an associates degree. This pathway is aligned with our 3+ 1 Education, A.S. with Rowan University.

Program Course Bank

ENGL 101 English Composition I 

ENGL 102 English Composition II 

PSYC 102 Child Psychology 

EDUC 101 History of American Education 

HIST 201 US History I 

SOCI 102 Sociology of the Family GEGR 102 Cultural Geography

Total credits: 21

For students interested in or thinking about a degree in Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, or Social Work. This pathway is aligned with our 3+ 1 Psychology, A.A with Rowan University

Program Course Bank

PSYC 101 General Psychology 

MATH 103 Statistics I 

MUSI 101 Music Appreciation or ARTS 101 Art Appreciation 

HIST 101 Western Civilization I 

PSYC 211 Psychology of Human Development

Total credits: 15

For students interested in or thinking about a degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Social Services, or Public Service. This pathway is aligned with our 3+ 1 Criminal Justice, A.S. with Rowan University.

Program Course Bank

CRIM 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice
PSYC 101 General Psychology
MA TH 102 Statistics I
SOCI 104 Social Problems
CRIM 209 The Administration of Justice

Total credits: 15

For students interested in or thinking about a degree in Justice Studies, Law Enforcement, Social Services, or Public Service. This pathway is aligned with our 2+2 Justice Studies, A.S. with Stockton University.

Program Course Bank

CRIM 209 The Administration of Justice 

PSYC 101 General Psychology 

MATH elective

PCAD 101 Public Administration 

SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology

Total credits: 15

 

For students who are interested in or thinking about a degree in Social Services, Public Service, or Social Work.

Program Course Bank

SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology 

CISM 101 Introduction to Computers 

MATH 103 Statistics I 

HIST 103 World History I 

SOCI 104 Social Problems

Total credits: 15

Get Started

Interested in learning more about how to enroll in one of the Pathways? 

Email [email protected] or speak with your high school counselor to explore your eligibility and next steps.

Note: Program design and course sequencing are subject to change based on each high school’s course offerings and scheduling. Students should consult with their high school counselor or an RCSJ advisor for a personalized academic plan.

Note: Per  RCSJ Policy 3103, students must complete at least 50% of the certificate credits through coursework taken at RCSJ. Dual Credit and HSOP courses count toward this requirement. AP and CLEP credits are considered transfer credit and may be limited accordingly.