Question | Dual Enrollment Pathways (CCAP) | High School Enrichment or “Concurrent Enrollment” |
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Who initiates? | High School identifies cohort of students and the courses | Students choose to initiate application |
Where are classes offered? | At the participating high school campus | Taken on the Fresno City College campus |
When are classes offered? | During the regular high school day | During the regular high school day or after |
What are the requirements to participate? | High School determines eligibility | Juniors and seniors with a 2.5 or higher grade point average |
Who are the students' classmates? | Typically, only other high school students | Regularly admitted college students |
When can students register? | Before the class begins | During the semester’s “Open Registration” |
How many units can be taken? | Up to 15 units | Up to 11 units |
Early College for High School Students
Students have two options for taking college courses at FCC while you are still in high school: dual enrollment pathways or high school enrichment. View the early college enrollment options below and click on the corresponding group you belong to. If you plan to take classes through FCC both while in high school and after high school, make sure to review the steps for all applicable groups, including the Graduating Seniors steps.
Differences Between Dual Enrollment Pathways and High School Enrichment
Dual Enrollment Pathways (CCAP)

For high school students who will be taking a college course at your high school for high school and college credit.
Step 1: Apply to FCC for DUAL Enrollment
Step-by-Step Guide to Applying
Step 2: Go to the link below for next steps.
Go to the DE webpageHigh School Enrichment

For high school students who want to take a college course(s) at Fresno City College for college credit while still in high school.
Step 1: Apply to FCC for High School Enrichment
Step-by-Step Guide to Applying
Step 2: Go to the link below for next steps.
Go to the HSE webpage