Admission of High School Students
High school students may take Richland courses for application toward a high school diploma or college credit. Eligibility for enrollment as a high school student is decided as follows:
- The student is enrolled in high school at the time of admission and course enrollment.
- The student’s high school principal submits the appropriate form stating the student is taking the course(s) for high school, dual credit, or college credit and has the principal’s approval.
- A high school transcript is submitted to Richland.
Tuition and fees may be determined by course and delivery modality. Both student and parent/guardian must complete the parental form. Final approval for enrollment is determined by the College.
Dual Credit
High school students who meet all college course prerequisites may enroll in selected college-level courses at Richland Community College and receive college credit upon successful completion of the courses. Students enrolling for dual enrollment must have appropriate academic qualifications and approval from their high school principal and parent or guardian.
Students enrolling for dual enrollment should follow the application procedures previously listed for the admission of high school students. Students are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office of the university or college they are interested in to ensure that dual credit courses will be accepted.
Dual Enrollment
High school students who rank above average in academic achievement and who meet all College course prerequisites may enroll in selected college classes at Richland Community College and receive college credit. Students enrolling for dual enrollment must have appropriate academic qualifications and approval from their parent or guardian.
Students enrolling for dual enrollment should follow the application procedures previously listed for the admission of high school students. Students are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office of the university or college they are interested in to ensure that dual credit courses will be accepted.