If you know someone is in crisis, please call the Anne Arundel County Warmline: 410-768-5522 or 911
ECAP (Early College Access Program)
Anne Arundel County Public School Schools (AACPS) and Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) are joint sponsors of the Early College Access Programs (ECAP) which allows students to dually enroll in AACC college credit courses at a discount. Additionally, students who have met the eligibility requirements may dually enroll at no cost.
View the Intro to ECAP Video below to get started
How do I enroll in an ECAP class?
Step 1: Review eligibility requirements on the ECAP website.
Step 2: Apply to AACC using the "Apply Now" button on their website.
Step 3: Talk to an AACC admissions representative to select classes and register.
Step 4: Complete the ECAP funding request using the online portal.
Need Assistance?
For more information questions about ECAP email ecap@aacps.org
Broadneck's AACC Admissions Liaison
Jennifer Sheppard
jmsheppard@aacc.edu
410-777-2094
Appointment calendar: Book time with Sheppard, Jennifer, M - Use your personal or AACC email (not AACPS student email) when booking appointments.
For Technical Support with the ECAP Funding Request:
Contact Sam Wilkinson:
swilkinson@aacps.org
Message from Anne Arundel Community College:
Fall classes at AACC start on August 29th!
Just getting started and need general information?
Please attend an ECAP Information Session (most Wednesdays at 5pm) by Zoom for general information about dual enrollment, course selection, registration, etc. Register here: Information Sessions - Anne Arundel Community College.
How can I get help with registering or changing courses (already applied and accepted)?
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Schedule a Personal Enrollment Session - 30-minute virtual appointments from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
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Come to the Admissions Office in person - Hours and location here – additional in-person hours on Fridays 8:30-4:30 and on Saturday mornings 9:00am-1:00pm until September 12, 2026.
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Be prepared! You need to activate and be able to access your MyAACC account before you can register. See above if you need help accessing your MyAACC account.
More information is available at aacps.org/ecap and aacc.edu/ecap. Contact Dual Enrollment Admissions Officer Jennifer Sheppard with any questions at jmsheppard@aacc.edu or 410-777-2094.
Message for Current AACC students:
How do I see my schedule and make sure I am registered? How to View/Print Your Schedule - Student Planning, Scheduling & Registration Guides | Rise 360 (use a computer or tablet, not a phone, to see a complete, printable version of your schedule) - make sure your classes say "Registered," and not just "Planned."
How can I check my bill to make sure I don't owe money? How to View Your Account Activity - How to View Your Account Activity | Rise 360
If you have issues with your funding request, you may contact ecap@aacps.org.
Check your AACC email daily for important information from professors and college staff. Your college email can be accessed through your MyAACC account. You should also communicate with AACC staff from your AACC email account.
Please contact the Technical Service Desk at 410-777-4357 if you have any trouble accessing your account or your email.
For other AACC questions, please contact please contact Ms. Sheppard at jmsheppard@aacc.edu or 410-777-2094.
Here are some general resources and tips to have a great college experience:
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ECAP Success Guide - Anne Arundel Community College - has great short videos and resources for any student starting at the college.
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Tours - Come take a tour so you'll feel comfortable and know where to find everything you need.
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When is Orientation? Attend Orientation - Anne Arundel Community College
