Benefits of Dual Enrollment

Students will:

• have an opportunity to earn high school and college credit simultaneously

• gain an early start on achieving an Associate or Baccalaureate degree

• save money as these classes are offered for FREE for our students

• be considered Victor Valley College students and therefore, allowed access to all services provided by the institution

• have the ability to explore various career pathways and majors before enrolling in college full-time

• be able to enter an accelerated pathway through college that saves students time and money

• build self-confidence in one’s ability to do college-level work helping to ease the transition to college

• have an opportunity to address skill gaps and improve study skills and academic knowledge before becoming a full-time college student

Dual enrollment classes are normally offered in person at the high school campus. Due to COVID-19, the California Community College System as determined that some dual enrollment college classes may be offered online for the 2021 2022 school year. 

Who Can Take Dual Enrollment/ Early College Classes?

Dual Enrollment classes are open to all HUSD students; however some courses may have age/grade restrictions as set by Victor Valley College. Please refer to individual course detail for more information.  Class offerings may be found below and are updated once VVC provides a listing.

Early College Academy Program is available to students 10 - 12; application window opens in March. Students interested in the Early College Academy must apply during the spring semester of their 9th grade year to be a part of the program. The Early College Academy is a 3 year commitment. Students who apply are expected to remain in the program for the three years.   

For more information re: either program email Mrs. Falahee; kim.falahee@hesperiausd.org or visit the CCC (B226)

VVC Dual Enrollment Students

Victor Valley College has created a network of Student Success Centers — which offers free tutorials, workshops, and computer/resource access — to assist students in their academic development and success. In addition, students have access to learning resources like handouts, website links, and Directed Learning Activities (DLAs). NetTutor offers live tutoring on-demand, question drop-off, and writing feedback. Over 150 subjects are offered, including live tutoring for Math, Writing, and Student Success available 24 hours a day, every day of the year.