Dual enrollment

Dual Enrollment courses are Palomar College courses, taught by Palomar College hired professors in sections that are exclusively for our HTHNC 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students. Seniors and Juniors are prioritized for Dual Enrollment classes.

HTHNC students that participate and pass these courses can receive university transferable credit (4-year & 2-year). Additionally, both the course and class material (on loan) are free for HTHNC students.

Note: Per Palomar College, each course must have a minimum number of students sign-up to run the course. Should a course become unavailable, we will communicate with those students. Classes offered each semester may vary.

Dual 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.

        • 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 (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. 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 Dual 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.

*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: Bring the 3 completed forms to Tiffany Yang by the deadline. Your College Advisor sends your information to Palomar College so you can be automatically enrolled into the course. 

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

Step 1: Log into your CCC Apply Account and update your information to Fall 2023.  CCC Apply Reference Guide 

Step 2: Complete the K - 12 Form, Consent to Treatment of Minor Form, and the HTHNC Student/Parent/Guardian Enrollment Agreement entirely (do not leave boxes blank). 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 3: Bring the 3 completed forms: K-12 Form, Consent to Treatment of Minor Form, and the HTHNC Student/Parent/Guardian Enrollment Agreement to Tiffany Yang by the deadline. Your College Advisor sends your information to Palomar College so you can be automatically enrolled into the course. 

Bookmark Links

Canvas (class information): https://www2.palomar.edu/pages/atrc/lms-login
Username: full email address (example: JDoe1234@student.palomar.edu)
Password: Same as password for logging into eServices/MyPalomar

Phone App: Download the Canvas Student App

MyPalomar/eServices (student portal): https://my.palomar.edu
Username: 9 digit Student ID number
Password: set by you and can be reset. Additional instructions for MyPalomar.

Phone App: Download the Palomar Student App

Palomar Email (through Microsoft Outlook): Link Here
Username: full email address (example: JDoe1234@student.palomar.edu)
Password: Same as password for logging into eServices/MyPalomar
Phone App: Download the Microsoft Outlook App

If you are unable to find your student information or unable to log into your account, you need to call the Help Desk at (760) 744-1150 x2140 OR email helpdesk@palomar.edu. Only Palomar College can help you get access to your account.

Apps

MyPalomar/eService App

https://www.palomar.edu/mypalomarapp/

Canvas App

https://canvas.instructure.com/courses/1045977/pages/canvas-apps

FAQ

• What is dual enrollment?

  • • The term dual enrollment refers to students being enrolled in two different educational institutions. This means that a student enrolled in high school may be dual enrolled at a local institution of higher learning, in this case Palomar college. If students pass their college classes, they receive credit that may be applied toward their university courses (depending on the institutions).

    • Dual Enrollment courses are Palomar College courses, taught by Palomar College hired professors in sections that are exclusively for our HTHNC 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students. Seniors and Juniors are prioritized for Dual Enrollment classes.

• How will dual enrollment help me/my student? 

  • • There are many advantages to participating in dual enrollment.  Dual enrollment is a cost‐efficient way for students to accumulate college credits because courses are free and taken through the local high school. Participation in dual enrollment may ease the transition from high school to college by giving students a sense of what college academics are like.

• How is the dual enrollment course work different from a regular high school class? 

  • • Dual 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 Palomar 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 dual enrollment class will be recorded on an official college transcript.

• Are there any disadvantages to dual enrollment? 

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

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

      • Too many failed dual 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 dual 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 Palomar College Dual Enrollment class, it is the responsibility of the student to contact the Director of College Advising by the deadline in order to drop the course. 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 Dual 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 requirements.