Bryan Robinson is a homeschool student in Bullhead City and is a Mohave College student through the Early College program. He’s on track to earn two certificates in welding, working on a general studies degree and plans to start his engineering degree in the fall.
MOHAVE COUNTY – Bryan Robinson, a Bullhead City high school sophomore, is already building a college transcript through Mohave College’s Early College program.
Since enrolling in Early College, Robinson is on track to earn two welding certificates, is working on a general studies degree, is currently taking in automotive technology courses and plans to begin an engineering degree in the fall. As a homeschool student, he said the College’s program has been a strong fit, especially because instructors have helped guide him on course planning and next steps.
“Mohave College has helped me by letting me take college classes earlier and at a lower cost,” Robinson said. “I chose to start my classes now because it’s free, and it will help me graduate with less student debt.”
Robinson said he decided to attend Mohave College to get ahead in his education and share the experience with friends. After moving to Bullhead City with his family about three years ago, he discovered opportunities he did not previously, including the chance for homeschool students to take college courses.
“Where I lived before, we didn’t have much opportunities for taking college courses in high school, especially for homeschool students like myself,” he said. “So, when I heard that Mohave College allowed homeschool students to take classes, I was ecstatic.”
After he graduates from high school, Robinson plans to serve a two-year mission for his church before completing his engineering degree. He said his interest in engineering grew from a long-time passion for math and physics and a fascination with how machines work. His goal is to work in mechanical engineering or robotics.
After Mohave College, Robinson hopes to continue his education at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, to pursue a bachelor’s degree in engineering. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family and playing sports.
Mohave College’s Early College program allows high school students to earn college credits while still in high school. Through partnerships with participating high schools, many students receive free tuition, eliminating costs for families and helping students build credits toward college degrees, certificates or future university pathways.
To learn more about Mohave College’s Early College program, visit Mohave.edu/Early-College. Summer and fall registration is now open. New students can start at FutureBighorn.com by creating a student account, and admissions contact information is available at Mohave.edu/Admission.
