I'm not sure what your question is but high school students are allowed to take college courses at no charge in some states.
do you mean ways to pay for college classes as a high school student? If so, besides being fortunate to live in a free/reduced cost dual enrollment state, it's out of pocket all the way.
Hi Jennifer, That is what I was looking for. In our state it used to be 1/2 price for hs students. Now full price. Although a bargain if you do not have the money that is it. Again thanks. Hille
Hille, You did not specify in which state the high school students live. But since you asked the question I assume you state does not offer no-tuition college courses. But you should check with high school advisers to ensure there are no such courses. Also ask about AP courses https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/exploreap/the-rewards Here is an example of no-cost CC tuition here in Colorado: Concurrent Enrollment (High School Students) | Community College of Aurora in Colorado: Aurora, Denver, and Online And here is an example from California: High School Students at Foothill College And here is god old Clovis: Dual Credit The above appear limited to instate high school students.
Well, in that case, you're best bet it so choose the closest CC. Generally, the tuition goes up when you're outside the district or zip code or whatever they use for tuition rates. My old CC had a really cheap "in city" cost, then "in state" followed by "out of state and distance" tiers. Clearly, it wasn't cost-effective to go there unless you lived in the city. So, if you're paying cash, check all the local schools, there "might" be one that is cheaper but further but available via distance learning. Of course AP is good if the school offers it, that would be free but TONS of work. Tons. (and then the AP exam would have a cost too) CLEP is an option if the student is motivated to do indy study. Finally, just looking at distance learning options, I know there are schools that allow high school students to enroll, Clovis was mentioned already...but again, these are not going to be free, and whether or not they are lower cost than your local schools only you can answer. Good luck!
