The TOPS University Pathway ensures students going to four-year colleges have taken a true college preparatory curriculum while in high school and have every chance possible to receive TOPS. Students graduating on the TOPS University Pathway may also complete Jump Start courses as electives and earn an industry credential.

Students who complete a Jump Start TOPS Tech Pathway will have attained an industry credential and also be prepared to continue postsecondary opportunities. Students pursuing the Jump Start TOPS Tech Pathway may
earn basic or advanced credentials or equivalent credentials earned through dual enrollment coursework. Students
graduating with a Jump Start TOPS Tech Career Diploma will be required to attain Jump Start statewide or regional credentials.

• Jump Start 1.0 course sequences will be available for incoming 9th graders through 2020-2021

• Jump Start 2.0 course sequences will be available for incoming 9th graders beginning in 2020-2021 and beyond.