Earn College Credit While in High School
Every year, nearly three thousand high school students earn college credits in over a hundred courses through Hawkeye Community College. You can join them! Starting college in high school is a great way to:
- Explore your career interests.
- Experience college-level courses.
- Earn credits toward your degree.
- Save time and money.
Hawkeye Community College offers a variety of ways for current high school students to earn college credits.
Concurrent Enrollment
Concurrent enrollment courses can be taken at your school, at a Hawkeye location, or online. Tuition and materials are paid by your school district.
Career Academies
Career Academies are career-focused courses available at your school or at a Hawkeye. Tuition and materials are paid by your school district.
High School Guest
High School Guest registration for courses is available at a Hawkeye location or online. Tuition and materials are paid by the student.
Next Steps
Ready to learn more? Visit your high school counselor or contact Hawkeye's High School Partnerships office to discuss courses that fit your needs and goals.
Registering for Classes
When it’s time to sign up for classes, you’ll register at a concurrent enrollment orientation and registration session at your high school. If you are unable to attend the session at your high school, you can meet with a High School Partnerships team member to discuss your options.
Academic Standards and Your Future Financial Aid Eligibility
When you enroll in Hawkeye classes, you are subject to the same academic standards as all students at the college even though you are still in high school.
Your grades could affect your future financial aid eligibility especially if you fail, stop attending class, or withdraw after the deadline.
Satisfactory Academic Progress is required for all students to maintain eligibility for a wide range of financial aid options including Pell Grants, Work Study, Iowa National Guard, and many more.
If you are concerned about your future financial aid eligibility, contact Hawkeye's High School Partnerships office and we'll help you understand Hawkeye's policies and your current status.