Dual Enrollment vs. Concurrent Enrollment
Dual Enrollment involves college courses offered directly at participating public high schools, taught by Palomar instructors. These courses are part of a College and Career Access Pathway (CCAP) partnership and allow students to earn both high school and college credits at no cost. This program includes structured pathways, effective instruction, and comprehensive student support, including academic counseling and access to Palomar resources.
Concurrent Enrollment allows high school students to take college courses at Palomar’s campus or online at their own discretion. Students must submit a K12 Special Admit form to Admissions and register for courses on MyPalomar. While textbooks and some fees are the student’s responsibility, tuition is waived. For more information on Concurrent Enrollment, contact admissions@palomar.edu or view the Steps for Concurrent Enrollment web page.
Dual Enrollment Provides Opportunity
Intentional Pathways
- Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) and/or California State University General Education (CSUGE) pathways
- Palomar Associate degree and certificate pathways
- Career technical pathways related to high school Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Guided Student Support
- Simplified onboarding process to Palomar College
- Access to instructional resources
- Career, academic, and personal counseling from Palomar College counselors
- Support for achieving college and career readiness
Student Benefits Students who participate in dual enrollment typically experience:
- Higher high school graduation rates
- Improved high school GPAs
- Enhanced study skills for college
- Increased likelihood of attending college
- Greater chances of completing college
View our Vision, Mission, Values, and Goals to learn more about Dual Enrollment at Palomar College.