Early College

If you have questions, we're here to help:
earlycollege@cerrocoso.edu
(760) 384-6219 or (661) 823-4986

Program Mission

Cerro Coso Community College Early College Program is committed to providing dual and concurrent enrollment opportunities that enhance a college bound culture in our local service areas. Dual and concurrent enrollment will benefit students by providing them with both high school and college credit. This credit, at no cost to the students, can be an excellent way for students to get a head start on a college degree or certificate and can have a positive impact on a student's participation in higher education.

Within 18,000 square miles of service area, the early college program supports higher education opportunities in 12 high school districts and within 32 high schools. The Early College program provides courses connected to Career Technical Education (CTE) and Liberal Arts transfer degree course work.

What Are My Options?

Dual Enrollment

Dual Enrollment courses are offered at your high school and are primarily made up of high school students.

Key Features:

• Taught at your high school
• Often taught by high school instructors
• No cost to students
• Materials are typically provided

Concurrent Enrollment

Concurrent Enrollment allows students to take courses online or at a Cerro Coso campus alongside college students.

Key Features:

• Courses taken online or on campus
• Taught by college instructors
• Tuition is waived, but some fees may apply
• Students may need to purchase textbook

How to Get Started

Follow these steps to begin your Early College journey:

Step 1: Apply to Cerro Coso

• Create a CCCApply account
• Note your CCCID: ABC1234
• Learn more about "How to Enroll"

Step 2: Activate Your College Account

• Set up your Cerro Coso student account
• This step will provide you with your student ID number and college email address
• Note your college ID number (@00######) and College Email address
  firstname.lastname1234@email.cerrocoso.edu
• Set Up Multifactor Authentication (Okta)
  The first time you log in, you will be prompted to set up Okta (multifactor authentication).
  • Choose a verification method:
    • Okta Verify app (recommended)
    • SMS (text message)
    • Voice call

If you have never set up Okta or need to reset it, please contact the Early College team for assistance.

Step 3: Create Your DualEnroll Account

• Go to DualEnroll (https://cerrocoso.dualenroll.com)
• Create your account
• Link your college information

Students under the age of 14 will not be able to complete this step. Please contact Early College for assistance.

Step 4: Request Your Courses

• Log in to your DualEnroll account
• Select your courses
• Submit your request for approval

Step 5: Complete Required Approvals

After submitting your request, the following steps will occur:

• Parent/Guardian provides consent
• High school verifies eligibility and prerequisites
• High school administrator approves course selection
• Cerro Coso reviews and clears the request

Step 6: Get Enrolled

Once all steps are complete, Admissions & Records will enroll you in your course. Students do not self-register for Early College classes.

What Happens After I Request a Course?

After you submit your course request:

• Your parent/guardian will receive a notification to approve your request
• Your high school will verify eligibility and upload transcripts if needed
• Cerro Coso will review your request and may ask for additional documentation
• Your high school will approve whether the course counts for high school credit
• Once approved, you will be enrolled by Admissions & Records

Important Reminders

• Check your email regularly for updates
• Complete all steps as soon as possible to avoid delays
• Contact Early College if you need help at any stage

Need Help?

If you need assistance at any point in the process, please contact:
earlycollege@cerrocoso.edu
(760) 384-6219 or (661) 823-4986

 

Contact Us

Phone: (661) 823-4986 | Email: earlycollege@cerrocoso.edu

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