Ashland University’s Talon Track program gives high school juniors and seniors a firsthand taste of college by bringing university-level courses and faculty directly to their classrooms or onto AU’s campus. Through hands-on workshops and interactive sessions, students explore a variety of subjects—from web design and artificial intelligence to psychology, criminal justice, social work and more—while developing important skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, problem-solving and effective communication. By engaging with university faculty and experiencing the pace and expectations of college coursework, students not only gain practical knowledge but also spark excitement for higher education and begin envisioning the career paths that await them.

Program Benefits

Students who participate in our Talon Track program can look forward to:

• Academic presentations and workshops taught by AU professors
• Renewable, stackable $1,000 tuition and housing scholarships
• In-person and online dual enrollment courses offering college credit
• College prep programming, including:
  • Interactive panels with Q&A sessions featuring current students
  • Campus visits with sessions on academic majors and student life
  • Onsite FAFSA and financial aid workshops for students and parents
  • College information sessions conducted by admissions representatives
  • Career exploration and life calling workshops
• Early access to campus resources such as student organizations and athletic events
• Ashbrook Center scholarships to attend an AU Summer Academy for college credit