Adult Dual Enrollment
Want to go to college (for FREE!) while in Adult School?
This program is undocumented student friendly- citizenship not required
What is Dual Enrollment?
Attend college while working on your GED or high school diploma at your local adult school. Chaffey College courses can count toward your high school credits.
Program highlights
- FREE College Courses with books covered
- Start your degree requirements at Chaffey College for transfer to four-year universities
- Dedicated Adult Education Counselors provide guidance
- No citizenship or California residency requirement (1-year residency not needed)
- Flexibility to choose from a variety of courses (excluding PE activities)
- Enroll in in online in-person, or hybrid courses
- Select from 9-week, 14-week or 18-week class schedules
- Self-register on your assigned date, with counselor support available
How to Enroll
Step 1: Apply to Chaffey College. When completing the Chaffey College application, you will need to select "Adult School Student in high school diploma or equivalency program" under the Education - Enrollment Status section. To receive assistance with the Chaffey College application, please submit this form, and we will reach out to you. You can also view the Dual Enrollment Application tutorial for guidance.
Step 2: Complete the Enrollment Form - Spring 2025 Enrollment Form *form will open October 24
For all adult school students, we do recommend you meet with your adult school counselor or career advisor before enrolling. Once your adult school approves, it will take about three days to receive your registration date in your Chaffey portal. You can register yourself or we can assist you (we recommend allowing us to guide you the first time).
Step 3: Meet with Adult Education Counselors for course suggestions and to create an education plan:
Video chat on ConexED with Erika Mendoza Video chat on ConexED with Nicole Pinon
Step 4: Attend the Adult Dual Enrollment Orientation
All NEW students to the program are encouraged to attend. The Orientation will guide students through:
- Important Dates and Deadlines
- How to Obtain your FREE Textbook and materials
- Chaffey College Support Services
- How to Access Chaffey College Email and Portal Essentials
- And much more!
Spring Dates: To be Announced
Eligibility and Restrictions
To be eligible, students must adhere to the following:
- Be currently enrolled in an adult school high school diploma or GED program
- Your adult school must verify with us that you are enrolled in their program
- A student is allowed to enroll in up to 11 units (about 3 classes) for the Fall, Spring, and Summer terms
Resources to assist you with with completing steps 1-4:
Adult Education Dual Enrollment Booklet
How to Navigate the Student Portal
How to View your Registration Date
Contact Admissions & Records for assistance with the Chaffey College Application
Contact the GPS Center for assistance with Self-Registration & scheduling meetings with counselors
Not Eligible for Dual Enrollment ?
We can still help you attend college! The adult education counselors can guide you through our financial aid options such as the Panther Promise, PELL grants, EOPS, CalWorks, etc. Additional resources are available for undocumented students such as the California Dream Act, AB 540, or the Non-resident Fee Waiver.
What is the California Dream Act?
¿Q`ue es la Ley Dream de California?
Are you undocumented or are one of your family members undocumented and you do not feel safe completing our application or financial aid forms? Please contact the Financial Aid Office.
