Early College for High School Students
The dual & concurrent enrollment program provides an opportunity for high school students to earn college credits at the College of the Desert (COD) before they complete their high school diplomas. Concurrent enrollment students are considered as part-time Special Admit Students. Admission is permitted with the recommendation of the student's high school counselor and principal (CA Ed Code 48800-48002 and 76000-76002).
Concurrent enrollment is a form of dual enrollment. For information about dual enrollment courses held on a high school campus under the College and Career Access Pathways program (CCAP), students should see their high school counselor and submit all application materials through the high school counseling office.
A new dual or concurrent authorization and consent form is required to begin in the program and is valid the entire duration of your High School career unless a written withdrawal of consent is provided by a parent.
High School concurrent enrollment students enroll during open enrollment and do not receive priority. Dual Enrollment (CCAP) students are enrolled through their High School sites.
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Students with Disabilities
If you have a documented disability, contact COD Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS). DSPS will determine your academic accommodations through an interactive process – not your high school or COD instructor. College academic accommodations may differ from your IEP or 504 plan. (P): (760) 773- 2534; (F): (760) 862-1329 dsps@collegeofthedesert.edu
Special note to Parents
College of the Desert policies apply to all students, even those less than 18 years of age. COD accepts no responsibility for any extraordinary supervision; will not release information without the written consent of the student; and cannot alter course content. Your son/daughter will be exposed to a diverse population in educational programs designed for adult learners which may involve sensitive topics that might be considered controversial or offensive to some. Your signature on the application acknowledges your receipt of this information and stipulates your permission for your child to enroll in a college level course and participate in all required activities that may include field trips off-campus. All College of the Desert courses, including those taken by high school students via dual or concurrent enrollment, will appear on a COD transcript and become part of the student’s permanent collegiate record.
