[2][3] The students at the school focus on STEM (Science, Engineering, Technology & Math) subject areas.
During high school, students take classes at New York City College of Technology, and have an opportunity to earn an associate degree at no cost.
[citation needed] After 4 years at P-TECH, students may finish their undergraduate studies at City Tech or another institution, or move directly to a career.
[citation needed] The only requirements for students is an interest in technology/STEM and an expanded learning time to go past the high school content into more advanced topics.
[citation needed] In October 2013, P-TECH High School was visited by President Barack Obama as a part of his message to promote STEM careers and access to college.