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What is Dual Enrollment?
Cypress College partners with nearby school districts to offer high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while attending high school. Students enrolled in FREE dual enrollment courses earn credit for college classes that may be eligible to transfer to a CSU or UC institution.
All pathway classes have limitations on seat capacity. The courses are offered on a first-come-first-serve basis until all seats are filled. To avoid any delays in your application process, please make sure to review the Dual enrollment Student Handbook.
As a reminder, Dual Enrollment is year-round, and students have multiple opportunities to take classes during the fall, spring, and summer terms. Please contact us directly for further questions and guidance.
Notice for Incoming Freshmen (Rising 9th Graders):
Per AUHSD policy, incoming fresh man are not eligible for Dual Enrollment classes during the fall semester. Freshmen will become eligible to take classes during their spring semester after their transition into high school during the fall. Rising 9th graders, may however enroll during the summer, before their first high school semester.
Non-Dual Enrollment Special Admit College Courses:
Students interested in taking a non-Dual Enrollment college course as a regular (non-Dual Enrollment) Special Admit student should click on Cypress College's High School Students section for additional information.
Dual Enrollment Pathways
Get Started Today!
All Dual Enrollment Applications will be done virtually. To get a jumpstart, follow the steps below
Step 1
Complete a "General Application" by clicking below. Skip this step if you are currently taking a Dual Enrollment class or have not skipped a semester since your last Dual Enrollment course.
Step 2
Students must submit the Dual Enrollment Special Admit Form and select the class(es) they are interested in taking. The form will require multiple signature approvals before being allowed to register for the approved class(es). If you are a rising 9th grader, please contact Dual Enrollment for the appropriate Special Admit Form link.
Step 3
Register for your class through Cypress College MyGateway. Students may only register after receiving an approval email from Admissions and Records. Winter/Spring 2025 registration will begin November 13, 2024. Please note that completion of "Step 1" and "Step 2" are required in order to be able to register.