Dual Enrollment - High School & Other Young Students 

Compton College allows the admission of K-12 students for those that can benefit from advanced scholastic or vocational work to take credit courses as special part-time students.  To be considered for admission as a special part-time student, the student must meet the eligibility standards set forth in Education Code Sections 48800 and 76001.  For additional information about the Compton College Administrative Regulations regarding high school students review AR 5010 Board Policies and Procedures. 

Click here for the High School Student Enrollment Process 

 

Compton College Dual Enrollment Programs & Partnerships

Dual Enrollment	Afternoon College	AB 288 Pathways	Early College	Regular K-12
Program Description	-College courses offered at the High School site after the regular school day -Students can enroll in any class, except Physical Education (PE) and Contemporary Health. -Classes are open to other students	-Series of college courses that lead to an identified guided pathway -Classes are offered at the high school and are integrated into student’s regular high school class schedule -9th grade to 12th grade IGETC Pathway   -Classes are closed to other students	-Cohort model program where a college curriculum is integrated into the school day -Students remain in the program for 4 years (9th - 12th grade) with the goal of achieving an IGETC certificate and/or AA/AS/AAT/AST -In the 11th and 12th grade, students take classes at Compton during the regular school day. -Classes are open to other students	-Regular High School students not in a specific program.   -Students can enroll in any class, except Physical Education (PE) and Contemporary Health
Unit Limitation	11 units maximum enrollment allowed	15 units maximum enrollment allowed	11 units maximum enrollment allowed	11 units maximum enrollment allowed
Current Partnerships	Compton USD Paramount USD Carson HS Lynwood USD	CUSD - IGETC Pathway Compton HS Centennial HS Dominguez HS Paramount: AJ Pathway	Compton USD Early College	Open to all K-12 students

9th - 12th Grade Students

• Apply for admissions online and submit the Dual Enrollment Application by email to admissions@compton.edu 
• Complete New Student Orientation
• Clear any prerequisites prior to registering for classes.
• Meet with a Counselor to get Math or English clearances.
• Register for classes via MyCompton.

 

High Achieving K-8th Grade Students

In addition to the Dual Enrollment Application, Kindergarten – 8th students must submit additional documents:

1. Letter from a Principal
2. Letter from a Parent
3. Unofficial transcripts
4. **Letter of Recommendation from a High School English teacher that provides examples of the following:
   1. Demonstrates the student’s college-readiness level (time management, study skills, reading comprehension and writing ability, etc.)
   2. Offers evidence of maturity (ability to be self-motivated to complete assignments and homework
   3. Provides evidence of being a well-rounded student (school activities or extracurricular activities)

 

REGISTRATION PRIORITY

Applying to Compton College does not guarantee a seat in a class.  Registration priority is given to eligible In-district High School students first.  Followed by continuing students, new and returning students, and then K-12 students.  K-12 Students must go through the application process each semester that they are enrolled as a concurrently enrolled student.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 

• The enrollment process is the same for all K-12 dual enrollment students.
• Enrollment fees are waived for high school students up to 11 units per spring and fall semesters.
• Students are responsible for purchasing their own books, school supplies, and class supplies.
• Compton College will grant college credit for completed coursework.  Students should consult their school counselor and/or school district policy on enrolling in college classes to earn high school credits or dual credit.
• Students - when you enroll in classes at Compton College, you are considered a college student and are expected to act accordingly.  Please familiarize yourself with policies, procedures, the college calendar, and your rights as a student by reading the class schedule and purchasing a college catalog from the Bookstore.
• Parents - when your child enrolls in classes at Compton College, you lose some rights by the K-12 system.  As per FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act),  any business you conduct on behalf of your college student must be with the student's written consent.  The parent will need a note from their child to access private educational records or to act on their behalf.  K-12 students enrolled in college are considered regular college students, whether or not they are a minor.
• Course Restrictions - high school students are not allowed to enroll in PE classes for Summer and Winter sessions and may only be allowed to enroll in PE classes Fall and Spring semester with permission of the academic Dean overseeing Physical Education courses.  High school students may not enroll in Contemporary Health 1 because of adult content.
• 12th grade students who will be graduating are required to submit a new application as a first-time college student after leaving high school. Apply for admissions online
• Maximum unit enrollment allowed:
  • Spring and Fall = 11 units
  • Summer = 7 units
  • Winter = 5  units   

Dual Enrollment forms

• Dual Enrollment Form
• Steps to Enrollment                

for more information, or if you have any questions, contact:

Contact	Title	Telephone	Email
Victor Atilano	Outreach and College Promise Coordinator	(310) 900-1600 Ext. 2767	vatilano@compton.edu
Melvon George	Student Services Advisor	(310) 900-1600 Ext. 2755	mgeorge1@compton.edu
Tamara Gonzalez	Student Services Advisor	(310) 900-1600 Ext. 2768	tgonzalez@compton.edu
Ebony Freeman	Student Services Advisor	(310) 900-1600 Ext. 2766	efreeman@compton.edu
Gerrard Huff	Records Specialist	(310) 900-1600 Ext. 2047	ghuff@compton.edu
Nelly Alvarado	Director of Educational Partnerships	(310) 900-1600 Ext. 2763	nalvarado@compton.edu
Brian Dean	Interim, Associate Registrar	(310) 900-1600 Ext. 2045	bdean1@compton.edu