HACC's College in the High School (CHS) program enables qualified, capable high school students to enroll in college-level courses that are taught at their high school or technical school.

CHS students earn dual enrollment credits from both HACC and their high school for approved HACC courses that may satisfy high school graduation requirements.  These course credits become part of the student's permanent HACC record and can count towards a HACC degree program or can be transferred to a number of colleges and universities.

How College in the High School works:

• HACC and the high school identify HACC courses that may be offered to qualified, capable students.
• Courses are taught by high school teachers  who are also certified and approved as a HACC adjunct faculty member.
• The high school student applies for the College in the High School program and pays the required tuition and fees.
• At the end of the course the student receives a grade for the course on both a HACC transcript and the high school record.

Why should you participate in the College in the High School Program?

• Courses are offered at the high school so students do not have to travel to a HACC campus.
• Courses are offered at a significantly reduced tuition rate. 
• Courses provide HACC college credits which have a high rate of successful transfer to other colleges and universities.
• CHS students have access to HACC facilities, including the library and learning center in our nationally recognized Learning Commons.
• Completing college credits gives college-bound high school students a head start and eases the transition from high school to college.
• Exposure to college-level coursework and student services may help undecided students develop post-secondary education plans.

For more information contact:  gettychs@hacc.edu

Testimonials about College in the High School here (pdf)

FAQ's for Students and Parents here (pdf)

Resources for College in the High School Students here (pdf)

Application and Enrollment Process Checklist here (pdf)

Sample Paperwork (obtain hard copy packet from your high school counselor)

2012 Application here (pdf)

Memo of Understanding here (pdf)

Release of Information-High School here (pdf)

Release of Information-Parent here (pdf)

Enrollment Form here (pdf)

  Information on AccuPlacer Placement test here (pdf)