EMC2 - Exploring Manufacturing Careers Consortium

Hawkeye has partnered up with high schools in our service area to offer students a plan for a career in advanced manufacturing.

Start your career now with EMC²

The EMC² programs gives you a chance to explore an advanced manufacturing career while earning college credit, money, and hands-on experience.

Earn College Credits

Take college classes while in high school. Each summer you will earn $300 for yourself and another $300 for an educational account for future tuition at Hawkeye.

Graduate with a Two-Year Degree in Less Than One Year!

When you complete the EMC² program and Hawkeye's admissions requirements, you will transition onto the CNC Machining and Tooling Technology program at Hawkeye. After attending Hawkeye for one year, graduate from Hawkeye and transition into the workforce or continue your education at University of Northern Iowa - earning a four-year degree in just two and a half years.

Your Hard Work Pays Off

• Earn up to 21 college credits – More than enough credits for your first semester of college!
• Gain hands-on work experience.
• Receive a $600 credit for future tuition at Hawkeye.
• Get a jump-start on your college career.
• Learn needed business, communication, and technical skills.
• Make contacts with potential employers.

How to Get Started

1. Must be a junior in high school.

2. Have taken the ACT or COMPASS assessment.

3. Review your high school's plan of study for EMC².

4. Contact the EMC² Coordinator for an application.

5. Application deadline was March 9, 2012.