Discover MacUNITED

An early college high school preparing students for a free college degree, job certifications, and careers in business and education.

**At Mac united you don’t just earn college credits — you graduate from college.**

You’ll earn college credits in business or education that allows you to earn up to 60 hours of college credit and an associate degree while still in high school. Our curriculum builds from foundational concepts into a college degree, preparing you through career-based learning so you graduate with a head start on college or career.

What Is Mac United?

MacUNITED is an early college high school developed in partnership with San Antonio College. As a tuition-free school, MacUNITED provides higher education at no cost to students. Our program is a seamless blend of high school and college courses, allowing students to simultaneously earn their high school diploma and an associate degree.

Our dynamic environment is supported by our San Antonio College partnership, ensuring students are immersed in college-level courses that develop the critical skills needed for modern professional careers. Through our college classes, students build a professional resume that prepares them for an effortless transfer to a four-year university or immediate career entry into the workforce.

Who Thrives at Mac United

MacUnited is designed for students who are curious about business, education, and teaching. Our progressive approach nurtures each student’s interests from day one, helping them excel regardless of their previous education.

Students who thrive here are often:

Interested in entrepreneurship, accounting, and teaching.
Motivated by career-based learning and authentic settings.
Looking for get ahead before graduation — saving both time and money.

No prior experience required

MacUNITED welcomes students from within and outside NEISD boundaries and is built to support students as they discover their strengths and interests.

Students begin at different skill levels and grow through structured curriculum, guided instruction, and ongoing support. What matters most is curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to learn.

What Makes Mac United Different

Transferable Credits

College credits earned can transfer to universities with zero loss through Transfer Advising Guides (TAGs).

College Resources

Students have access to all San Anotion College resources, including tutoring and clubs, while completing their free associate degree.

Career Learning

Business students engage with local startups and mentorships, while education students perform mini-lessons in NEISD elementary classrooms.

How Mac United Works

Students follow a structured pathway, building career skills while earning college credits:

9th Grade: 6 College Credit Hours
10th Grade: 12 College Credit Hours
11th Grade: 21 College Credit Hours
12th Grade: 24 College Credit Hours

Outcomes That Matter—For Parents and Students

Students at MacUNITED graduate with more than a diploma — they graduate with degree.

Throughout the program, students work toward an associate degree that saves them both time and money. The credits earned reflect high-level skills and a strong resume.

Graduates commonly pursue:

College majors in accounting, economics, and education.
Professional roles as marketing analysts, human resources, teachers, and professors.
Continued higher education through transferable credits or immediate career entry with job certifications.

By the time students graduate, they have explored real career pathways, built foundational experience, and gained clarity about what comes next — rather than trying to figure it out after high school.