College Credit for High School Students

Flexible, Christ-Centered College Courses for High School & Homeschool Students

CCU Academy empowers high school students to earn transferable, Christ-centered college credit while still in high school. Students can even earn an Associate's degree while still in high school! Courses are flexible, reduce college costs, and prepare high school students for the rigor of college coursework.

Every course is taught from a Christian worldview — in keeping with CCU's mission to provide Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.

Earn College Credits in High School

In-Person College Credits: Earn college credit at your high school through CCU Academy's Dual Credit Program. CCU partners with many high schools throughout the country to provide college-level dual credit courses taught by qualified high school faculty. Dual credit courses with CCU Academy fulfill high school credit requirements and provide transferable college credit. Current registration is open until July 15!
Online College Credits: High school students can jumpstart their college degree with CCU Academy's Online Dual Enrollment Program. Highly qualified CCU faculty members teach these 100% online courses in 10-week to 15-week blocks, allowing students to complete college coursework while attending high school. Summer registration is open until May 27!
Associate Degree Track: Complete an entire associate degree in high school with CCU Academy's associate degree track. Students may apply their dual credit, AP, and online dual enrollment coursework toward this associate degree. Additional course requirements can be completed online or accepted as transfer credit from another accredited college or university.

Why CCU Academy?

Jumpstart your college degree today.

Work with highly qualified CCU faculty members or faculty at partner high schools to complete college coursework, or an entire associate degree, while attending high school. CCU Academy provides high-quality education that is:

Flexible
Christ-Centered
Affordable
Accredited

two high school students in the classroom

In-Person College Credits

Earn college credit by taking dual credit courses at your high school.

Online College Credits

Online courses for high school students, taught by highly qualified CCU professors.

two high school students holding diplomas

Associate Degree Track

Earn an associate's degree while completing your high school course requirements.

My favorite attribute of the program is that CCU Academy provides a decisively biblical worldview in all its classes.
Kyra B. '20
Dual Credit Courses
It was a turning point for me when I met with my ODE professors and each time I joined a call with them they would pray over me.
Karis R. '23
Online Dual Enrollment
With my Associate of Arts degree from CCU Academy, I essentially shaved off two years of my undergrad, but I also did it affordably.
Daniel K. '24
Associate Degree Track

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Dual Credit, Online Dual Enrollment, and AP courses?

Dual Credit Courses are taught in-seat at participating high schools by approved high school faculty. These courses offer both high school and transferable college credit. Dual credit is earned in the same manner as a typical college course — through papers, tests, and other assignments. Check to see if your high school is a CCU Academy partner school here!
Online Dual Enrollment courses are taught by CCU professors for high school students to earn affordable college credit. These 100% online courses are taught by highly qualified CCU faculty members in 10 or 15 week blocks. Learn more about Online Dual Enrollment courses here!
Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered through high schools and are designed to provide students with college credit. Unlike dual credit and dual enrollment courses, AP credit is earned based on an end-of-the-year test score. Students should understand the scores required to gain college credit at institutions of interest.

What is the cost?

Dual Credit courses cost $250 per class with a $50 fee for labs.
Online Dual Enrollment courses cost $300. Online Dual Enrollment courses with labs cost $400.

How are CCU Academy courses accredited?

Since Colorado Christian University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, all courses offered through CCU Academy are also accredited.

How does CCU Academy work for homeschoolers?

Homeschool students have the flexibility to enroll in CCU's Online Dual Enrollment coursework independently, eliminating the need to seek out a local partner high school. Additionally, students can collaborate with peers from across the United States by forming cohorts either within co-op groups or independently, enhancing their learning experience through diverse perspectives and shared academic goals.