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Early College Initatives

Eastern Oregon University
High School Early College Initiatives Application

The High School Early College Initiatives program provides multiple pathways for high school students to earn college credits either in your high school classroom through sponsored dual credit options, online, or at the EOU main campus in La Grande, Oregon. Course selection is limited.

Academic Year

Name

First Name (Given)*

Middle Name

Last Name (Family)*

Contact Information

Please list a personal email, not a school-assigned email.

Email Address*

Confirm Email Address*

Mobile or Primary Phone Number*

May we text you?*

Yes

Academic Information

Select your non-degree level of study

Undergraduate

Post-Baccalaureate

Post-Baccalaureate FA Eligible

Graduate

Non-Degree Undergraduate

Non-Degree Graduate

Denied Undergraduate

Denied Graduate

In the list below, select the Early College Initiatives program that best defines you.
School year options

Early College Initiatives (formally Eastern Promise) if you are a student taking a class in your high school, online, or at the EOU La Grande campus.

Summer institute options

Arts and Humanities Institute, June 23-28 - Introduce yourself to language, music and theater.
Business Institute, June 23-28 - For the entrepreneur, develop and market your ideas.
Sciences Institute, June 23-28 - Explore science fields such as biology and health and human performance.
Cottonwood Crossing Institute, June 15-20 - A week-long residential field studies program about cultural or natural resources.
East Oregon Teacher Academy, June 24-27 - Specifically geared towards high school students considering a degree in teaching. If interested in this program, use this application.

Select your high school early college program*:

You selected an interest in the East Oregon Teacher Academy (EOTA). To continue to the EOTA application, click here, otherwise go back and revise your selection for summer institute.

Where will you be primarily be participating in the class?*

Select the high school where you will be or are currently enrolled.*
If your high school is not listed or you are homeschooled, select "EOU La Grande campus".

Your academic period begins with this term:

Your academic period for summer programs begins with this term:

Select your major or field of study

Did you participate in the Academic Momentum program in grades 5-8?

Yes

T-shirt size

Cottonwood Crossing Summer Institute is a week-long residential field studies program. Participants choose from five-course options where they learn about locally significant cultural or natural resources. Projects are led by EOU faculty, EOU Capstone students, and other regional professionals.
Select from the list below your first choice for placement of field programs. Your selection does not guarantee placement. See eou.edu/cottonwood-crossing for more details.

9th - 12th grade
2 credits
$350 + $25 application fee
Scholarships available. Contact eci@eou.edu for more information.

Field project first choice

Field project second choice

Arts and Humanities Institute:

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) plays a crucial role in a student's college education, providing them with a broad and thorough understanding of human culture, history, philosophy, literature, language, and the arts. In the CAHSS Summer Institute, students explore today's society through cultural, political, and social lenses. They delve into exciting areas such as digital music creation, language and cultural elements of specific regions, and public service by grasping political issues and policy ideas. The main goal is to contribute to making the world a better place! By understanding their role and the roles of others in society, students can actively contribute to the growth of societies, both locally and globally. This dynamic learning environment involves interacting with EOU faculty and students from various regions, making the educational experience engaging and enriching.

9th-12th grade
2 credits
$450 + $25 application fee
Some scholarships are available. Contact eci@eou.edu for more information

Business Institute:
The College of Business (COB) provides students with a comprehensive education, preparing them for various roles in the business world. The COB Summer Institute offers students the chance to explore the basics of business, marketing, communication, and entrepreneurship. During the institute, students will engage with these fundamentals, developing a creative spirit, learning to think critically, finding new ways to solve problems, and understanding how to change people's perspectives to improve lives.

At the COB Institute, students also learn important skills like networking (connecting with people) and adapting to changes in their future work environments. These skills help them stay updated on what's happening in different industries and handle challenges that may arise. Understanding their role and the roles of others in society empowers students to make informed decisions that contribute to the growth of both local and global communities.

This lively learning environment involves interacting with EOU faculty and students from various regions, making the educational experience engaging and valuable.

9th-12th grade
1 credit
$450 + $25 application fee
Some scholarships are available. Contact eci@eou.edu for more information.

Addresses

What is your state of residency?

Permanent Address - Where you physically live, include street number and name.*

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Do you receive mail at this address?

Yes

Mailing Address - Where you receive your mail, this may be a post office box or street address.*

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Biographical Information

Birthdate*

Primary Citizenship*

Dual Citizenship

Do you have U.S. Permanent Residency Status?

Yes

Students who are Permanent Residents must submit a copy of front and back of Resident Alien Card.

Are you Deferred Action, DACA, or in Undocumented Citizenship Status?

Yes

Social Security Number Disclosure and Consent Statement
As an eligible educational institution, EOU must receive your correct social security number (SSN) to file certain returns with the IRS and to furnish a statement to you. The returns EOU must file contain information about qualified tuition and related expenses. Privacy Act Notice-Section 6109 of the Internal Revenue Code requires you give your correct SSN to persons who must file information returns with the IRS to report certain information. The IRS uses the numbers for identification purposes and to help verify the accuracy of your tax return. For more information please refer to IRS code 6050S. You will be issued a student ID number for your academic records at EOU.

Social Security Number (do not include spaces or dashes)

Sex

Gender Identity

Which personal pronouns do you prefer?

Are you Hispanic or Latino?

Yes

Check all that apply

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian

Black or African American

Hispanic or Latino

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

White

Other

Tribal Affiliation

Other Tribal Affiliation

Parent or Guardian Contact Information

Please provide a parent or legal guardian who can be reached in case of emergency.

Relationship to you*

First Name (Parent/Guardian)*

Last Name (Parent/Guardian)*

Phone Number (Parent/Guardian)*

Email (Parent/Guardian)*

Does this parent or guardian live with you?

Yes

Address (Parent/Guardian)*

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

High School Information

Type the name of your current school and select from the list.*
Select Home School if appropriate.
Select Unlisted High School if your school is not found through the search.

Expected high school graduation year*

2025

2026

2027

2028

2029

2030

Institutional

Did either of your parents graduate with a four year degree?

Yes

Have any of your family members graduated from EOU?

Yes

I certify the information on this application is correct and complete. Submission of this application obligates the parent/student or third party to pay tuition costs accrued from attending Eastern Oregon University classes.

Signature*

Submit your application

Degree

Create new application with this round

Application Student Type

Inquiry Student Type

Cottonwood Crossing Summer Institute Scholarship Application

Cottonwood Canyon State Park, Oregon Parks Forever and the Rural Engagment and Vitality Center may offer scholarships up to $350.
A variety of scholarships are available. Some are based on the county where you live while others are based on financial need or the high school you attend. Please respond to all questions so that we can better match you with available scholarships.

What county do you live in?

List your current high school GPA

Does your family qualify for free or reduced lunch at school?

Yes

Not Sure

What is the highest level of education completed by your mother?

Some high school

High school diploma or GED

Some college

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Other

What is the highest level of education completed by your father?

Some high school

High school diploma or GED

Some college

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Other

In 400 words or less, what makes you excited about attending Cottonwood Crossing Summer Institute and what are your plans for after graduation?