Earning College Credit
Dual Enrollment
2026 Summer School Information
Dual Enrollment
DUAL ENROLLMENT
EARNING COLLEGE CREDIT WHILE IN HIGH SCHOOL
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High school students, regardless of age, who register for college courses are subject to the same privacy rights and student conduct expectations as other college students.
For students interested in CONCURRENT Enrollment
High school students are responsible for their own academic and personal success in Concurrent Enrollment. Students must be proactive and capable of managing most of their tasks independently. Your counselor can provide guidance, however, most questions should be addressed with the college of attendance.
Meet with your counselor to discuss your interest.
College classes will go on your permanent college record! You and your counselor will meet to go over your goal and ensure college courses fit into your academic plan. Keep in mind, high school counselors cannot complete the concurrent process for the student. The student must do the research, registration, and communication with the college.
Complete a college application with the intended college and for the appropriate college term.
All California Community Colleges offer Concurrent Enrollment for high school students.
Student is responsible for reviewing the college's schedule of classes, procedures and deadlines, and other processes the college has in place. For questions, reach out to the college of attendance.
Complete and submit any forms required by the college.
Most colleges have a form that requires the student, parent, and school designee signatures. The form and process will usually be found on the college's concurrent enrollment webpage.
Give yourself enough time to get signatures and submit paperwork for the college to review. Visit the college's website for dates and deadlines, as they vary by campus.
Follow class registration steps as required by the college.
Only the student will have access to register themselves for a college course. MLKHS staff will not have any access to student information that pertains to the college.
If you would like to get your college class grade(s) added to high school transcripts, you must request official transcripts from the college to MLKHS (see here). Students are responsible for any transcript ordering fees incurred by the college.
Martin Luther King High School started participation in the Riverside City College-College and Career Access Pathway (CCAP) agreement with Riverside City College beginning with the 2018-2019 school year. Students entering the 9th grade have the opportunity to be part of a cohort of students who can earn college credit which will also help to satisfy high school graduation requirements and potentially allow students to earn an associate’s degree while still in high hchool. These classes are taught on MLK campus and online. Instructional method is determined by RCC each semester.
CCAP classes are college classes offered on the MLKHS campus, taught by college instructors (see above comparison). Registration in courses is organized in a cohort manner, therefore, students do not choose their courses each semester as they are determined by cohort.
Martin Luther King High School is proud to offer two incredible academic tracks designed to give our students a massive head start on their college and career goals:
1.THE GENERAL EDUCATION TRACK
What it is: A pathway featuring courses that may fulfill the Cal-GETC college transfer requirements.
The Benefit: This is a wonderful opportunity to save both time and money! Students can complete many lower-division college courses right here in high school, putting them on a faster track to a college degree.
2. THE PRE-NURSING TRACK
What it is: this track is for students with a singular goal of attending Riverside City College after high school graduation to become a Registered Nurse - it is a dedicated pathway for future RCC Nursing students.
The Benefit: Students who successfully pass this specific course sequence and requirements earn GUARANTEED entry into the Riverside City College (RCC) Nursing program straight out of high school!
The Pre-Nursing Track is not: A general medical interest track, a pre-med track, or for students engaging in medical career exploration.
To Complete the Requirements: Students must begin the program in 9th grade and be prepared to take courses each semester (all 4 years of high school).
Space is limited in all programs. Classes offered and instructional methods vary by semester. Finalized offerings are determined by the college.
THE DEADLINE TO ENROLL IN SUMMER AND FALL 2026 CLASSES IS MAY 1, 2026!
REACH OUT TO YOUR COUNSELOR FOR INFORMATION AND TO MAKE SURE CCAP WORKS WITH YOUR SCHEDULE.
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CLASSES ARE TAKEN IN A COHORT MODEL AND ARE OPEN TO STUDENTS IN A SET ROTATION. STUDENTS SHOULD SPEAK TO THEIR COUNSELOR FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT WHAT COURSES ARE AVAILABLE TO THEM AND IF THE SCHEDULE WILL WORK WITH THEIR CLASSES.
Guidance 48- College Success Strategies
Communications 1- Oral Communications
Sociology 1- Sociology
ETS 1- Ethnic Studies
Biology 18- Human Genetics
Music 19- Music Appreciation
Psychology 1- General Psychology
English C1000 (formerly ENG1A) - English Composition
English 1B- Critical Thinking & Writing
NURSING: A very specific sequence (and set of instructors) which may include of GUI45, PSY9, COM9, BIO1, CHEM2A, BIO50A, BIO50B
MORE INFORMATION AND HELP
Summer 2026 CCAP
You do not need to be a part of the CCAP Cohort to take Summer CCAP courses. United States History and World History are being offered (these will also fulfill your high school requirement). Talk to your counselor NOW to see if this is right for you and to find out how to register. Registration will close May 20th. Your counselor will give you next steps to enroll.
Fall 2026 CCAP
If you are interested in taking CCAP course(s) in the Fall 2026 semester you must contact your counselor NOW to see if it will work with your schedule needs. Your counselor will give you next steps to enroll.
RCC APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
RCC.DUALENROLL.COM INSTRUCTIONS:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZW0X-VEkRdVd_eySZD61piA4fziTPV0U/view?usp=sharing
HAVE QUESTIONS? Email Mrs. Read at hread@riversideunified.org
Students who are accepted into the program will receive more information on how to register for their CCAP Dual Enrollment RCC classes as the start of courses approaches. Be sure to check your both your RUSD and RCC email accounts.
Taking CCAP and Concurrent Dual Enrollment classes is a fantastic achievement! Because these are official college courses, we want to make sure you and your family know exactly how the grading works:
Your College Record: The grades you earn are permanent and will start your official college transcript. It’s important to do your best, as these grades can affect your future college academic standing and your eligibility for financial aid.
Your High School Record: Every grade you receive in these college courses—whether high or low—will automatically be added to your high school transcript as well.