Early College Program
High school students may wish to pursue college-level work for a variety of reasons. If you are interested in earning college credits before full-time entrance or wish to accelerate your future program of study, this program may serve your needs.
Minors who have not earned a high school diploma or its equivalent may enroll in courses at the college as non-matriculated students if they have fulfilled the following requirements:
• Must be in 11th or 12th grade
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 (C) or higher at his or her high school
• Must demonstrate appropriate preparation and ability to benefit from enrolling in the course(s) sought
Students who wish to request to enroll through the Early College Program must submit:
• Official high school transcript
• Written recommendation from the principal of the high school he or she is attending (for home school students, the recommendation should be provided by the district’s superintendent)
• Written consent to enroll and release of liability for the college from the student’s parents or legal guardians
Letters must address the student's psycho/social and cognitive skills as they relate to the student's ability to be successful in the requested course. The Provost will review the documentation and a recommendation in support or denial of the student’s request will be issued to the Registrar and student. If the student is accepted, the following will apply:
- The parent or guardian cannot attend class with the student, but, they may audit the course at full cost.
- The student will pay full tuition.
- FERPA will apply to the student's academic account as the student will be classified as non-matriculated (a waiver is available to be signed).
- The student will abide by all campus policies and protocols.
If you are interested in the Early College Program, please contact the Registrar’s office for further details.