Early Admission

What is the difference between the Dual Credit Program & Early Admission Program

The Dual Credit Program is for New Mexico high school students who meet the eligibility requirements and have been approved by their high school counselor. The Early Admission Program is available to high school students from states other than NM OR a NM high school student who wishes to take a non-dual credit course.

What is the advantages of the Early Admission Program?

• Allows high school students to start early and fast-track undergraduate or vocational degrees and programs
• Gain access to courses and laboratories not available at high schools
• Have access to all CCC services such as Library, Center for Student Success, Tutoring, Gym, and much more
• Experience college environment and the requirements of college-level work
• Gain confidence to be successful in college--Research shows that dual credit students have more success as full-time college students

What requirements do I have to meet before enrolling in the Early Admission Program?

• Must be at least 15 years of age and classified as a freshman in high school
• Take the ACT, SAT, or Accuplacer assessment test and meet the minimum score requirements for courses
• Apply for high school admission to CCC
• Complete registration form

What will I have to pay?

• Early admission students are responsible for all tuition, fees, and books

Are there any classes I am not able to take under the Early Admission Program?

• Students must be a military dependent and have a military ID to take CCC courses offered at Cannon Air Force Base
• Students must register for credit, not audit