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Tuition-Free Public Charter High School · South Bronx, NYC

Engaging Minds.
Building Futures.

United Charter High School for the Humanities II (UCHS HUM II) provides all students with a rigorous, respectful, and high-quality education that prepares graduates for college, career, and a 21st-century economy.

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9–12Grade Levels
91%Civic Readiness Seal
100%AP Spanish 3+ Score
🎓Early College Credits
At UCHS, we provide all students with a rigorous, respectful, and high-quality education. We prepare graduates for college, career, and a 21st-century economy by fostering critical thinking, creativity, and resilience.Our Core Mission, UCHS HUM II
What We Offer

Programs Built for College and Career

From humanities and early college courses to STEM electives, athletics, and the arts, UCHS HUM II prepares students for success beyond high school.

College Prep at UCHS HUM II
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Early College Program

Students earn up to 9 college credits through partnerships with Monroe University and Hostos College. Courses include Intro to Sociology, Communication, Psychology, and Community Health.

AP Courses at UCHS HUM II
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AP and Advanced Courses

AP Literature, AP Language, and AP Spanish with a 100% pass rate at 3+ on the AP Spanish exam. 67% of first-time test takers pass ELA Regents on the first attempt.

Humanities at UCHS HUM II
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Humanities Focus

A well-rounded education centered on critical thinking, civic engagement, and career preparation. 91% of students receive the Seal of Civic Readiness and 91% earn the Seal of Biliteracy.

STEM at UCHS HUM II
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STEM Programs

Hydroponics, Forensic Science, and Data Science courses expand students' skills beyond the humanities, preparing them for the careers of tomorrow.

Athletics at UCHS HUM II
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Athletics and Clubs

PSAL Soccer, Basketball, Track and Field. Charter sports: Cross Country, Flag Football, Cheerleading, Volleyball. Plus Student Government, Photography, Art Club, and more.

Student Support at UCHS HUM II
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ICT Co-Teaching Model

Most classrooms have two teachers. Reading intervention, support classes, office hours four days a week, Saturday school for Regents prep, and lunch-hour help from teachers.

Students at UCHS HUM II
91%Civic Readiness Seal
Why Choose Us

A School That Prepares You
For What Comes Next

At HUM II you get a well-rounded education focused on critical thinking and preparing for careers that do not exist yet. As an early college institution, students have multiple opportunities to study advanced work and earn college credits before they graduate from high school.

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    Earn College Credits in High School

    Dual enrollment through Monroe University and Hostos College. 20+ students have already earned 9 college credits before graduating.

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    Two Teachers in Most Classrooms

    The ICT co-teaching model means dedicated support for every student, plus reading intervention, support classes, and Regents prep on Saturdays.

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    Civic Engagement and Biliteracy

    91% of students earn the Seal of Civic Readiness and 91% earn the Seal of Biliteracy, proving UCHS HUM II graduates are prepared to lead and serve their communities.

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    Tuition-Free Public Charter School

    United Charter High School for the Humanities II is a free, public charter school. No tuition. No application fee. Open to all students in grades 9 through 12.

Families Say

Voices from Our Community

Hear from families who chose UCHS HUM II and saw the difference firsthand.

★★★★★

"My son is earning college credits while still in high school. The dual enrollment program has given him a real head start, and the teachers actually care about every student's success. This school changed our trajectory."

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Maria G.Parent · 11th Grade Scholar
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"The two-teacher classrooms made all the difference for my daughter. She went from struggling with reading to passing her ELA Regents on the first try. The support at HUM II is real and consistent."

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David R.Parent · 10th Grade Scholar
★★★★★

"UCHS HUM II gave my child more than academics. The civic readiness program, the clubs, and the college courses have shaped her into a confident young leader who is ready for whatever comes next."

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Angela T.Parent · 12th Grade Scholar
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