Concurrent Enrollment

Concurrent Enrollment courses are Palomar College courses, taught by hired professors at Palomar College.

10th, 11th, and 12th grade students can apply. 

Students are responsible for figuring out appropriate classes, paying their student enrollment fee, and class materials.

Look through this Palomar Class Finder link to see which classes are available for the upcoming semester. 

You can find which Palomar College classes are accepted by the University of California system: link and accepted by the California State University system: link.

If you don't know what the acronyms stand for, google "Palomar College (insert acronym name and number)" or contact Palomar College.

If you need more help for concurrent enrollment, please contact Palomar College at Admissions@Palomar.edu

Concurrent Enrollment Guidelines for 2023-2024:

• Student must be in 10th-12th grades 

• Students must pass all of their classes and are on track for graduation at HTHNC

• Minimum GPA of 2.0 (recommended GPA: 3.0)

• Overall history of good attendance

• Student displays self-discipline and motivation 

• Student must meet the registration requirements and deadline or their spot will be filled

  • • • Recently transferred students are required to complete one semester at HTHNC to transition and demonstrate their academic capabilities.

      • In rare cases, 9th graders who demonstrate exceptional academic excellence, maturity, and dependability may be considered for Dual / Concurrent Enrollment classes. They are required to complete one semester at HTHNC to transition and demonstrate their academic capabilities.

        1. Requirements:

           1. 9th Graders must pass all of their classes with an A or A+ and are on track for graduation at HTHNC. When the semester grades are released, if the 9th grade student doesn’t have the required grades, they will be dropped from the college class and/or HTHNC will rescind their signature on the paperwork.

           2. Receive a letter of recommendation from all 3 of their 9th grade teachers indicating they are academically and behaviorally ready for a college level class 

           3. Student and their Family/Guardian read and sign the 9th Grade HTHNC Student/Parent/Guardian Enrollment Agreement

           4. Complete the Palomar College Application Portal before the mandatory meeting with Ms. Tiffany (read below for instructions)

           5. Last step: Student and their Family/Guardian must attend a mandatory meeting with Ms. Tiffany and with Ms. Aleida or Mr. Davidson. We cannot accommodate last minute requests. 

*Due to the time sensitive deadline for dual enrollment classes, if a 9th grader is interested, they need to complete everything by the deadline. This cannot be completed last minute. We cannot accommodate last minute requests. It is the student’s responsibility to read over and complete all the requirements by the deadline.

Items you will need to apply

1. CCC-ID #, Confirmation # and Palomar ID

2. K12 Form and Consent to Treatment of Minor form

3. HTHNC Student/Parent/Guardian Enrollment Agreement

• 10th - 12th Grade Agreement

• 9th Grade Agreement

4. Proof of previous concurrent enrollment grades (C- or better)

5. If you are under the age of 16, you need to complete the add/drop form 

6. Social Security Number / Taxpayer Identification Number* 

• 1. • *All students are welcomed, even if you don't have a social security number. 

     • If you do have a Social Security Number, have it ready for your application.

You must reapply every semester

How to Apply for a Concurrent Enrollment Class if you NEVER Enrolled Before:

Step 3: Complete student orientation

- Once you get your Palomar ID, complete orientation: www.palomar.edu/orientation 

Step 4: Complete the K - 12 Form, Consent to Treatment of Minor Form, and the HTHNC Student/Parent/Guardian Enrollment Agreement entirely. Total of three forms.

If you are younger than 16, you need to complete the add/drop form and get your instructor's permission.

*Wet signatures of the student, parent AND Director of College Advising are required. You need to complete the form before the College Advisor signs it. Do NOT type your signature. You will need to indicate your Palomar ID number on both pages on the K12 and Consent to Treatment of Minor form. Example of a completed K12 Form.

Step 5: Scan the signed K - 12 Form, Consent to Treatment of Minor Form, and add/drop form (if you're under 16) (total 2 OR 3 forms) your documents. In one email, send all the documents to: admissions@palomar.edu

Step 6. Add your class

- Make sure you meet the qualifications and prerequisites for the class. For math classes, you need to talk to your math teacher about what they recommend for your math placement.

- If you are older than 16, you need to add the class in your MyPalomar portal. Instructions here.

How to Apply for a Concurrent Enrollment Class if yoU Have previously Enrolled Before:

Step 3: Complete the K - 12 Form, Consent to Treatment of Minor Form, and the HTHNC Student/Parent/Guardian Enrollment Agreement entirely. Total of three forms.

*Wet signatures of the student, parent AND Director of College Advising are required. You need to complete the form before the College Advisor signs it. Do NOT type your signature. You will need to indicate your Palomar ID number on both pages on the K12 and Consent to Treatment of Minor form. Example of a completed K12 Form.

Step 3A (if applicable): Show Director of College Advising previous community college grades. Students need C- or better to continue enrolling in future community college courses.

Step 4: Scan the signed K - 12 Form and Consent to Treatment of Minor Form  (total 2 forms) your documents. In one email, send all the documents to: admissions@palomar.edu

Step 5: Add your class

- Make sure you meet the qualifications and prerequisites for the class. For math classes, you need to talk to your math teacher about what they recommend for your math placement.

- If you are younger than 16, you need to complete the add/drop form and get your instructor's permission..

- If you are older than 16, you need to add the class in your MyPalomar portal. Instructions here.

FAQ

• What is concurrent enrollment?

  • • The term concurrent enrollment refers to students being enrolled—concurrently—in two different educational institutions. This means that a student enrolled in high school may be enrolled at a local community college. If students pass their college classes, they receive credit that may be applied toward their university courses (depending on the institutions).

• How will concurrent enrollment help me/my student? 

  • • There are many advantages to participating in concurrent enrollment. Concurrent enrollment is a cost‐efficient way for students to accumulate college credits because the tuition is free (students and families/guardians need to pay for the textbooks and other student fees). Participation in concurrent enrollment may ease the transition from high school to college by giving students a sense of what college academics are like.

• How is the concurrent enrollment course work different from a regular High School class? 

  • • Concurrent enrollment courses are different in that they are taught to the rigor of a college course. Students will be using the same textbooks and syllabi as they would if they were taking a class at the community college. As such, please be aware that discussion topics and course materials are generally designed for adult students and may not be appropriate for younger students. Assignments will be graded using college rubrics and standards. The final grade the student receives in their  lass will be recorded on an official college transcript.

• Are there any disadvantages to concurrent enrollment? 

  • • Concurrent enrollment is a great option for many high school students. However, there are some things to be aware of when taking a concurrent enrollment course.

      • If a student fails one of these classes it will negatively affect them on their college transcripts. 

      • Too many failed concurrent enrollment classes will jeopardize future college enrollment and possibly financial aid. 

      • If a student needs additional support and is also failing class(es) and has a low GPA, then the college class may not be the best choice. 

    • Remember: Participating in a concurrent enrollment class is an important decision and should involve a conversation between the student and the parent/guardian.

• What if the class is too hard?

  • • • College-level coursework is more difficult. Students are encouraged to attend office hours, tutoring sessions, communicate with their college professor frequently, and seek out assistance if needed (e.g. extended deadline for medical emergency, family emergency, etc.).

      • However, should you see the need to drop the course:

      • For Community College Concurrent Enrollment students, students must follow the guidelines and deadlines for dropping. Families/Guardians cannot withdraw/drop a course for students.

• What if I fail the class?

  1. • Students who meet the criteria for initial admission for a concurrent enrollment course will maintain continuous eligibility so long as they earn a grade of C- or better in all attempted college courses. Students who fail to meet this minimum grade requirement or who withdraw from a course will be suspended from the program for a minimum of one term. The one-term suspension may not be served during the summer.

     • For re-entry, the student must reapply and must meet the high school requirements.