Quick Facts about Wilson Academy of Applied Technology

• Wilson Academy of Applied Technology (WAAT) is an early college high school. Students are dually enrolled in high school and college at the same time.
• Students can earn a high school diploma and an Associate degree from Wilson Community College for FREE!
• It is a five-year program.
• The focus of the school is STEM Education.
• The program is located on Beddingfield High School’s campus and Wilson Community College’s campus.
• Transportation is provided for all selected students.
• Any rising 9th Grader is eligible to apply.
• We have small class sizes. (15 to 20 students per class)
• Manufacturing and business norms and processes are simulated throughout the program.
• Students can participate in clubs and volunteer opportunities are provided by the school.
• Students will participate in job shadowing and internship experiences.
• The program of study is hands-on, allowing students to have relevant experiences with equipment and advanced technologies.
• We are considered a public school.
• The school day is from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• WAAT currently offers seven programs of study for students to earn a degree from Wilson Community College. The options are:
  • Associate in Science
  • Associate in Applied Science in Applied Engineering Technology
  • Associate in Applied Science in Biotechnology
  • Associate in Applied Science in Automotive Systems Technology
  • Associate in Applied Science in Criminal Justice Technology
  • Associate in Applied Science in Information Technology: Networking and Cybersecurity
  • Associate in General Education Nursing with Nurse Aide I Certificate