Morgan Schueler always knew she wanted to go to college to pursue her marketing dreams, and when the opportunity arose to fast-track the process, she jumped at the chance.
While in high school, Schueler earned 39 dual enrollment credits through dual credit and Start College Now at no cost. She found herself halfway through the program and decided to personally invest in her education, covering the expenses for the remaining 32 credits required to complete the program. By the time she earned her diploma from Princeton High School, she had also earned her associate degree in Business Management from Moraine Park.
Schueler is one of the many high school students who have taken advantage of dual credit courses and the Start College Now program allowing eligible 11-12 grade students to enroll in Moraine Park courses.
“When the opportunity to not only earn college credit but ultimately get my associate degree this early in my academic career was right in front of me, I couldn’t say no,” Schueler said. “It wasn’t easy, but everyone was super supportive and motivated me to keep going.”
In spring 2023, she walked the stage at both Princeton High School and Moraine Park Technical College—a first in her high school’s history.
“My time taking college-level courses not only prepared me academically, but it also gave me the confidence to move across the country to pursue my bachelor’s degree,” Schueler said. “I am more motivated now than ever, and it feels good to keep taking steps forward.”
Schueler is currently in her first year at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ, studying marketing.
