Fort Wayne Community Schools and the Higher Education Coalition are expanding to now include eight local colleges and universities.
Fort Wayne Community Schools news release:
Huntington University joins Higher Education Coalition
Fort Wayne, Indiana (April 30, 2026) – Fort Wayne Community Schools and the Higher Education Coalition are expanding to now include eight local colleges and universities. Huntington University has agreed to join the Coalition, which is designed to open doors to higher education for FWCS students.
“Huntington University is committed to expanding access to Christ-centered education in ways that are meaningful, personal and relevant,” said Carrie Meyer, Huntington University Director of Admissions. “Through the Higher Education Coalition, we’re able to support FWCS students earlier, helping them feel known and confident as they take their next step.”
The coalition includes Huntington University, Indiana Tech, Indiana University Fort Wayne, Ivy Tech Community College, Manchester University, Purdue University Fort Wayne, Trine University and Vincennes University.
The partnership includes:
- Guaranteed admission: FWCS students with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher will receive direct admission to all eight coalition schools. Students with GPAs between 2.0 and 2.5 will be reviewed based on factors such as academic improvement, leadership activities and personal circumstances.
- Free dual credit courses: Coalition institutions are waiving tuition for FWCS students taking identified dual credit courses through FWCS. Students can earn college credits while still in high school at no cost to families, giving them a head start on their college degree and potentially saving thousands of dollars.
- Early college experience: Dual credit students will receive student ID cards, access to college libraries and tutoring services, campus visits and exposure to college life through summer programs and guest speakers. Teachers will receive professional development from university faculty to ensure students get a true college-level experience.
Students and families interested in learning more about these opportunities should contact their school counselor.
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