CPCC Dual Enrollment

Jumpstart your career and college education while in high school!

Earn FREE College Credit & High School Credit

through the Career and College Promise Program at CPCC

https://www.cpcc.edu/programs/dual-enrollment

CPCC DUAL ENROLLMENT ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

IMPORTANT DATES

3/13-ALL New CPCC Enrollment Paperwork is DUE!!

3/20- Returning CPCC student Paperwork DUE!

3/30-CPCC Fall Registration Opens

5/20-1st day of Summer session

6/16-End of 1st Summer Session

8/17-1st Day of Fall Session

12/15-Last day of Fall Session

CALENDARS

CURRENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Registration for Summer classes is open NOW for current 11th and 12th grade students!!!!
The Deadline for all NEW CPCC enrollment paperwork is 3/13.
After you complete the CPCC NEW student application it can take up to 4 WEEKS for your CPCC Student ID # to be emailed to you.
Want to take a CPCC class on campus at Hough? Sign up for the CPCC Academy at Hough. See the flyer below for more information!
Need your CPCC Transcript for College? Go HERE to request.
Having trouble activating your account or logging in? CPCC IT Help Desk Phone Number: 704-330-5000

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

ENROLLMENT DOCUMENTS

AP/CPCC EQUIVALENCIES

CPCC TRANSFER CREDIT

ENROLLMENT STEPS

Steps if you are NEW to CPCC enrollment.

Steps if you are ALREADY a CPCC dual enrollment student.

Step #1: Watch the Interest Video

Are you Interested?

Watch Me! CPCC Interest Video

Successful Dual Enrollment Students

Check EMAIL
Read Through ALL of the Instructions
Meet Deadlines On Time
Take Initiative

Step #1: Do NOT do another application!

Returning Dual Enrollment students should NOT complete another application. This will slow down your processing time.

Step #2: Verify Your Eligibility

College Transfer Pathways

High school juniors and seniors may participate with

an unweighted high school GPA of at least 2.8, or
benchmark assessment scores (PDF) in all areas (English, reading, math)

Career and Technical Pathways

Have an unweighted high school GPA of at least 2.8, or benchmark assessment scores in all areas (English, reading, and math), or for many CTE pathways, have recommendation from your principal/high school designee.

Step #2: Send your transcript electronically: DUE 3/20/26!

Your transcript must be dated on or after Feb. 1, 2026, and the deadline to upload is MARCH 20!!! Students who do not upload their transcript by the deadline will be dropped from their summer and/or fall classes, so don't wait!

How to upload your transcript:

Click on the "upload transcript" button below.
Enter your personal email address.
Enter the verification code sent to your personal email address.
Transcripts can be downloaded from your Infinite Campus under DOCUMENTS. Unofficial transcripts are accepted!
Click "upload file," add your transcript, and click submit.

Transcript Upload HERE

Step #3: Join the Student Square Group

Login to your StudentSquare or Parent Square Account.
Go to Participate.
Select Groups,
Select Career & College Promise (Dual Enrollment) @ CPCC
CLICK JOIN

If you need additional assistance with your account go HERE: ParentSquare / Overview

Step #3: Review your Pathway

CPCC will allow you to make changes one pathway change each semester.

Use the How to Choose A Pathway Tool if you need additional support.
You can only choose
- 1 Transfer pathway, or
- 1 Transfer pathway with 1 CTE pathway, or
- 2 CTE pathways
- Need to change your pathway? Pathway Change Form

Step #4: Begin the Enrollment Checklist

Download the CPCC Dual Enrollment Checklist
Make a copy and rename
- (ie. John Doe CPCC Dual Enrollment Checklist)
Share the document with Mrs. Jeanette Culek, our Career Development Coordinator.
- Be sure to check off each steps by noting the date of completion.

Step #4: Complete the CMS/Hough Contract: DUE 3/20/26!

- Complete and submit the required CMS/Hough CCP Contract
- Due 3/20
- Required Contract

Step #5: Choose your Pathway

Use the How to Choose A Pathway Tool
You can only choose
- 1 Transfer pathway, or
- 1 Transfer pathway with 1 CTE pathway, or
- 2 CTE pathways
- Pathway options

Step #5: Plan for your Classes

Meet with your School Counselor to discuss your courses.

Considering your post-secondary plans, use the transfer guides to help you make course decisions.

Step #6: Complete the CCP Application on MY Connect

Go the the New Student Application.
Create an account.

This is the same email and password you will use to log in to submit your transcript and change your pathway (if necessary).
Application instructions can be found HERE
AFTER your application is completed it may take UP TO 4 weeks to recieved your CPCC ID #. CPCC is backlogged. Keep checking your email for updates.

Please Note!! Just signing up for a CPCC HOLD on your registration card does not guarantee enrollment in CPCC classes. You must complete the entire CPCC registration process.

Step #6: Plan & Register for Classes: After 3/30

Check your Central Piedmont email for confirmation that your paperwork has been processed.

Mark your calendar with the registration date found in your confirmation email.
If you haven’t already, plan your courses for the upcoming semester in MyCollege.
Register for classes in MyCollege, go HERE for a Step by Step Guide.
Remember: Only register for courses from your approved pathway. If you register for a class that is outside of your approved pathway, you will be dropped from that class by the Dual Enrollment Team.

CPCC IT Help Desk Phone Number: 704-330-5000

Registration for Summer 2026 is Open!

Registration for Spring and Fall opens 3/30!

Step #7: Upload your HS Transcript

You will need to upload a copy of your transcript to your My Connect account before submitting.

A copy of your transcript can be found in your Infinite Campus Account.

Login to Infinite Campus.
Select Documents
Select Unoffical Transcript
Save the PDF

Step #8: Activate your CPCC Account

Once your application is approved you need to follow the instructions in email to claim account- 24 hours AFTER you get your ID #. The approval email will say..."Welcome to Central Piedmont!"

Activate Account

Step #9: Set Up Microsoft Authenticator

Go Here: Microsoft Authenticator

Step #10: Complete Orientation and Advisement

You will access orientation through Brightspace using the Central Piedmont student login you created in step 1 and can refer to the presentation at any point during your time at Central Piedmont.

To get credit for completing this requirement:

Click "Enroll in Course."
Select "Unit 1: Getting Started" and then review all units in the course.
Pass the Dual Enrollment final quiz in Unit 9.
Please allow two business days for scores to be entered in our database. You will not be able to register for classes your first semester until your passing quiz results are entered into our database.

Step #11: Complete the Hough CCP Contract DUE by 3/13/26

Complete the Hough CCP Contract: CCP Contract
This form allows a parent and student to acknowledge that the student is participating in Career and College Promise Dual Enrollment at Central Piedmont.

This form and ALL other steps ABOVE are

DUE by 3/13/26.

Step #12: Plan & Register for Classes

Check your Central Piedmont email for confirmation that your paperwork has been processed.
Mark your calendar with the registration date found in your confirmation email.
If you haven’t already, plan your courses for the upcoming semester in MyCollege.
Register for classes in MyCollege, go HERE for a Step by Step Guide.
Remember: Only register for courses from your approved pathway. If you register for a class that is outside of your approved pathway, you will be dropped from that class by the Dual Enrollment Team.

CPCC IT Help Desk Phone Number: 704-330-5000

Registration for Summer 2026 is Open!

Registration for Spring and Fall opens 3/30!

Step #13: Review Next Steps

CHECK AND PAY COLLEGE FEES The dual enrollment program is tuition-free for the fall, spring, and summer semester. However, you are responsible for paying student fees during the summer semesters. You must pay student fees two business days before the first day of the semester. Otherwise, your courses will be dropped. Check your balance and pay your bill through your MyCollege account. Fees are non-refundable once the semester starts. For questions about the fee structure, please contact the Sponsored Programs office.
Accommodations: If a student has accommodations at Hough through an IEP or 504, this may transfer to the college level. The student is responsible for self- identifying with CPCC’s Office of Disability Services
- https://www.cpcc.edu/academics/academic-resources/disability-and-access-services
Use of AI is not tolerated by CPCC. There are strict policies outlined in each syllabus regarding the use of AI. 4.08 Student Academic Integrity Policy | Central Piedmont
PLANNING TO TAKE AN ONLINE CLASS? I HIGHLY recommend attending an orientation to learn about Brightspace, the online system your CPCC class will use. The How To video is helpful and only a couple minutes long:
- Home - Brightspace Help - InfoGuides at Central Piedmont Community College
- Brightspace Resources
If classes are on campus: PICK UP FREE CPCC ID CARD and PARKING PERMIT. Parking permits are REQUIRED if you will be parking on campus. Get your student ID after you register for your class by bringing a Photo ID and your CPCC Student ID number to any campus.
GET YOUR BOOKS. CMS pays the $17 per credit hour that should cover electronic books for Fall and Spring semesters only. Students will need to pay for lab kits.Students will also need to pay for physical books if they weren't adopted by the instructor. Please follow the directions sent to your CPCC email regarding the purchase of textbooks Do not buy books prior to class starting.

CPCC ACADEMY @ HOUGH

Do you want to try a class at CPCC but don't want to leave campus?
Do you prefer having a live teacher versus taking an online class?
Do you want to earn FREE college credit during your junior or senior year?

If you answered YES,

the CPCC Academy @ HOUGH is for you!!!

We have 2 Potential Class Options for Fall

SOC 210-Introduction to Sociology

CJC 111-Introduction to Criminal Justice.

Spring Potential class options:

PSY 150 - General Psychology

CJC113 - Juvenile Justice

Class sizes are limited to 25 Students.

DON'T WAIT!

Secure your spot today!!!

→ CPCC Academy Request Form ←

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT DUAL ENROLLMENT

What are the CPCC Transfer Pathway options?

CPCC offers eight different transfer pathways; these pathways are the first half of the full associate degree designed to meet general education requirements. All UNC member institutions will accept the credit from any transfer pathway course in which you earn a C or better.

What are the CPCC CTE Pathway options that require a 2.8 or qualifying test score?

You will earn college credits toward a certificate, diploma, or 2-year degree. These programs prioritize hands-on learning and relevant workplace skills to prepare you for your career. Please click HERE to see a list of the qualifying test scores.

What are the CPCC CTE Pathway options that DO NOT require a 2.8 or qualifying test score ?

Students completing these pathways will earn college credits toward a certificate, diploma, or 2-year degree. These programs prioritize hands-on learning and relevant workplace skills to prepare you for your career.

What are the most popular classes with Hough Students?

SOC 210- Introduction to Sociology

PSY 150- General Psychology

ART- 111- Art Appreciation

ENG 111 -Writing & Inquiry- freshman English

CJC 111- Introduction to Criminal Justice

COM- 231- Public Speaking (when available on campus- online this class still requires recorded speeches)

What classes have students noted as difficult?

MAT 171 Pre-Calc Algebra

ECO 251-Microeconomics: This class contains a lot of math, statistics and graphs and can be challenging as a shorter session.

ECO 252-Macroeconomics

Science Classes

-Science classes ideal taken online. Students are still responsible for completing the labs and will have to purchase a lab kit.

BIO 110
BIO 111
CHM-151(General Chemistry)
BIO 168(Anatomy & Physiology)

How are classes offered?

Classes are offered 100 % online and hybrid. Online classes are asynchronous and do not have any Zoom meetings or face-to-face instruction. Hybrid classes have in-person, required class meetings as well as an online component.

Full Semester and Short Session Courses

Within a 16-week semester, Central Piedmont offers a variety of shorter sessions to provide scheduling flexibility and more options for choosing your classes.

During each 16-week semester, CPCC typically offers the following sessions:

Fall semester (16 weeks)- This is the full semester.
- 8-week sessions - Classes are shortened, but the same amount of coursework is required. The course material is condensed into 8 weeks instead of 16.
- Four 4-week sessions- Not recommended as this is an accelerated class!
- One 4-week session held over winter break (Not recommended)
Spring semester (16 weeks)
- One 12-week session
- Two 8-week sessions
- Four 4-week sessions

In addition, Central Piedmont offers one 8-week and two 4-week sessions over the summer.

What if I do not have an unweighted 2.8 GPA?

Students may be eligible with qualifying test scores on the PSAT, SAT, ACT, Pre-ACT, CPCC RISE, AP Exam, and IB Exam if they do not have the 2.8 unweighted GPA. Please click HERE to see a list of the qualifying test scores.

Students must have a 2.8 GPA to take classes that will transfer. They can get permission from their principal to take Career and Technical educational (CTE) classes with a lower GPA. A limited number of these CTE classes may transfer to some 4 year institutions.

Are student athletes allowed to participate?

Yes. Athletes may participate in CCP. They need to make sure that their class schedule is compatible with their practice and game schedule and that their high school course load meets NCAA eligibility requirements.

If a student is a mid-year Hough graduate, can he/she continue with CCP even if they are taking no high school classes in the second semester?

No, high school graduates cannot participate in CCP. However, if the high school semester ends after the community college semester has started, the student would still be eligible for CCP. (Example: The community college semester begins on January 6th and the high school semester ends January 18th – the student would still be eligible for CCP because they were still a high school student when community college semester started).

How do current CCP students register for subsequent semesters?

CCP students must submit a new Hough CCP Contract each semester and re-send their high school transcript through CFNC.org. CMS students need to work with Mrs. Culek each semester.

Is it possible to substitute course not on the pathway?

Students may take a higher level math class on technical pathways with departmental permission. Students may also take higher level math classes on transfer pathways if they submit proper documentation to the math division or the CCP Coordinator. Reminder: These are college level math courses and high school pre-calculus is not the same as CPCC's MAT 171 and MAT 172.

Can I take classes over the summer?

Current Juniors may take summer classes. Seniors are able to enroll in summer classes that begin before they graduate from Hough. All students will be responsible for cost of books, student and insurance fees. Tuition is covered by the state.

What is the deadline for dropping a class?

The drop and withdrawal procedures and deadlines are the same for all CPCC students, including CCP students. The drop date is 10% of the class meeting. The withdrawal date is 35% of the class meeting. These dates differ for each class but should be on the syllabus. Students need to pay close attention to these dates because these grades will be part of their high school GPA AND will appear on their college transcript.

Can students take a foreign language?

Foreign Language classes are an option. It is NOT a continuation from high school language. For example, if you have take Spanish I at Hough you cannot jump to Spanish II at CPCC. More than likely after taking HS spanish (even levels 1-4) you may still place into Elementary Spanish I. There is a placement test you can take, but in years past students who have taken even Honors Spanish III and IV have placed into Elementary Spanish I.

- - ASL- Elementary Sign Language is an option
  - 2 years of a foreign language MAY count towards your UNC college general admissions requirements, but you are advised to check with the colleges you are applying to

Why is there an account balance if the program is tuition free?

The program is tuition free, but students are responsible for paying student fees. These fees vary widely based upon the number of credit hours and required labs. CMS pays these fees for its students during the Fall and Spring semesters with the exception of a nominal insurance fee that cannot be waived or paid by anyone other than the student.

If a student is planning to go to a 4 year institution, why should they consider a Career and Technical class that may not transfer?

The Career and Technical classes are a great way for students to “test drive” a potential career to see if they like it before they commit to a 4 year program of study. Many of the Career and Technical certifications offer higher paying career options than some 4 year degrees. Career and Technical class experience can help a college student find a higher paying part time job while they are in college.

Does FERPA (Family Education Right to Privacy Act) apply to CCP students?

Yes, FERPA applies to all college students, regardless of age. CPCC staff and your student’s instructors are limited on what they can discuss with parents about students. Unless the student self identifies as a CCP student, the instructor will not know they are in the CCP program.

Are CCP students eligible for disability services?

Yes, accommodations work differently for college students. Students must self-identify to the Disability Services office. The Disability Services office will tell the student what paperwork they require. Once the student submits the paperwork, the Disability counselor will review it and let the instructor know what accommodations the student is entitled. The student does not directly contact the instructor.

Are there minimum class attendance policies for students?

CCP students enrolled in community college courses will be held to the same attendance and academic requirements as traditional college students.