Dual Enrollment for High School Students
Gain a head start on your education.
Your college experience doesn’t have to be waiting around the corner–it can be right at your front door. Community Colleges of Los Angeles open their doors early for high school students ready to enroll in college courses and earn college credit for free.
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Early Access to Various Fields of Study
Dual Enrollment allows you to explore industry-specific college courses while finishing high school. Our tuition-free classes give you the advantage of earning transferable credits at the college level and help you finish your degree in less time. Immerse yourself in exciting new areas of study at no cost before committing to a full degree program.
Strengthen Your College Application by Enrolling in Dual Courses
Dual enrollment has a proven history of positively impacting a student’s college access, degree completion, and general academic achievement.1
Special Admit Students
Students younger than 9th grade will be admitted if they are exceptional students and can benefit from advanced scholastic coursework.
1Institute of Education Sciences
By the Numbers
High school students who take courses for postsecondary credit in high school*
1 IN 3
Students with dual credit that have accumulated 24+ credits after just one year of college**
95%
*National Center for Educational Statistics
**ACT
Dual Enrollment for High School Students
Contact us today to learn more about earning dual credit at one of the below colleges and campuses
Available Campuses
Cerritos College
Citrus College
Compton College
El Camino College
East Los Angeles College
Glendale Community College
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles Harbor College
Los Angeles Mission
Los Angeles Pierce College
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles Trade Tech
Los Angeles Valley College
Long Beach City College
Mt. San Antonio College
Pasadena City College
Rio Hondo College
Santa Monica College
West Los Angeles College
A Smarter Path to Success
Affordable
Save 50% or more on average compared to other universities and vocational schools. California community colleges are among the most affordable in the country.
Fast Track to a Great Job
Put your new skills to work faster with programs designed to prepare you for the workforce in as few as several months.
Seamless Transferability
Save money on a bachelor’s by transferring to a four-year institution after completing your associate degree at CCLA.
Earn More
Finish your associate degree to earn on average 46% more per year than those without any degree.**
In-Demand Programs
Gain the skills to get the jobs you want in the modern workforce and in emerging industries.
Flexible Options
Choose courses offered in convenient formats and schedules—including online, nights, and weekends—to fit your busy life.
Supportive Environment
Get personalized, one-on-one attention from professors who truly care about your success.
Real Campus Experience
Enjoy all the benefits of a true campus experience, close to home and for a fraction of the price of a four-year school.
**National Center for Education Statistics data, ***California Community Colleges data
Start Your Journey Today
Learn more about our colleges and the programs available at each campus. All CCLA schools offer the same low tuition rate and are here to support you.