High School and Early College Programs FAQ

CSN High School is a dual credit program providing a smooth transition from high school to college with a combination of high school and college credits. All three CSN main campuses have CSN High School locations through an agreement between the Clark County School District (CCSD) and the College of Southern Nevada (CSN):
Henderson (South)
North Las Vegas (East)
Charleston (West)

CSN High School is designed for incoming 11th and 12th-grade students who are on track for graduation. Students must apply directly to CSN High School for admission. (This application is different from the CSN application.)

CCSD pays the tuition and fees for up to twelve approved CSN credits per semester. Students are responsible for the cost of tuition and fees beyond the twelve credits.

To apply:
Apply to CSN High School

Once admitted, CSN High School and college advisors are available to help students enroll. Students will work with their high school counselors to be placed in courses.

For any questions or concerns visit the CSN High School Contact webpage:
CSN High School

CTE (Career and Technical Education) College Credit is a program that allows Nevada high school students to earn Free College Credit from CSN by completing approved CTE programs in high school and completing program requirements.

There are over 30 CTE programs offered in high schools throughout Nevada, which have been approved for college classes at CSN.
For a complete list of the CTE programs that qualify for free college classes from CTE College Credit at CSN:
CTE College Credit

High school students who receive the Nevada Department of Education Certificate of Skill Attainment may qualify for free college classes.
To be eligible you must:
1. Complete an approved CTE program in Nevada.
2. Earn a B average (3.0 GPA) or higher in their CTE coursework.
3. Pass the required state end of program assessment.
4. Pass the required workplace readiness assessment.
5. Be currently enrolled in or previously completed a CSN course. 
**State assessments are not administered by CSN.

No! If you qualify, the college credit awarded is free. There are no tuition or fees required.

Students have up to two years from their high school graduation to apply for college credit.
CTE College Credit Application

If you have questions or concerns, please contact the CTE College Credit Program:
Phone: 702.651.3521
Email: CTE.CollegeCredit@CSN.EDU 

For a complete list of FAQs: 
CTE College Credit FAQs 

CSN Dual Enrollment is an opportunity for high school students to enroll in college courses at CSN taught by CSN faculty. Dual enrolled high school students may also access all resources available to any CSN student.

Dual Enrollment is open to individual high school students age 16 or older enrolled in a high school or homeschool program in the State of Nevada. Select schools with a dual enrollment partnership may enroll students in 9th – 12th grades. Students enrolling in English or Math courses must qualify by using ACT, SAT, or CSN Placement Test scores.

Placement Testing

Students participating in the Dual Enrollment Program take college courses at a CSN campus, center, or online taught by CSN faculty. Students participating in the Jumpstart Program take college courses taught at their high school by high school instructors certified to teach CSN courses. Jumpstart and Dual Enrollment courses are offered at a reduced fee for students.

Students enrolled in a dual enrollment course and/or the Dual Enrollment program will not be charged an application fee. 

2025-26 School Year 
Dual Enrollment Cost
$87.50 per course credit 
$11.50 technology fee (per course credit) 
Any other special course fees associated with the individual course.
Dual Enrollment Cost – Free and Reduced Lunch (FRL) Students
$59.50 per course credit 
$11.50 technology fee (per course credit) 
Any other special course fees associated with the individual course.

2026-27 School Year 
Dual Enrollment Cost
$92.00 per course credit 
TBD (per course credit) 
Any other special course fees associated with the individual course.
Dual Enrollment Cost – Free and Reduced Lunch (FRL) Students
$62.50 per course credit 
TBD (per course credit) 
Any other special course fees associated with the individual course.

Discounted rates do not apply to Summer.
Students should refer to their high school regarding payment.

1. All students participating in the Dual Enrollment Program are required to complete an application. Click the “Apply” link in the navigation panel on the right and complete the CSN Admissions Application for High School and Early College Programs.

2. Students will be admitted and will receive their NSHE student ID number within 3-5 days. Students then validate their CSN student account with their NSHE student ID number. 

3. After a student has validated their CSN student account, they will create a password. This will allow students to log in to GoCSN and access all of their CSN-related apps in one place, including MyCSN, CANVAS, ALEKS, Tutoring, CSN Library, CSN Student Email, and more.

Students enroll in their courses through My CSN. As a reminder, students’ login credentials are the same across all CSN accounts. Students can access MyCSN by logging into the GoCSN portal and searching for “MyCSN”. Students who need assistance in registering for classes can use this guide for assistance or can work with our FYE Coyote Concierge team for help getting registered.

For questions or concerns:
Contact Us

The Gifted & Talented Minor Student Program allows minor high school students under the age of 16  to enroll in courses at CSN in addition to their high school class load to receive college credit.

Minors under 16 years of age as of today who wish to enroll at CSN require approval from appropriate institutional officials.  Review and approval are on a case-by-case basis and require the following:

• Submittal of a petition packet to the Office of the Registrar.  The packet may be hand-delivered (Charleston Campus - D Building) or scanned and emailed to us.  The packet cannot be faxed due to readability concerns.  The packet must contain:
  1. Student's NSHE ID number, if available
  • Course(s) listing and section(s)
  • A detailed and thorough parental or guardian letter addressing the child's profoundly gifted intellect, talent, and maturity to take college-level courses
  • Two letters of support from the child's instructor, counselor, academic dean, or principal where he/she normally attends school.  Letters of support must be on school letterhead
  • Child's latest transcript and standardized test scores

The faculty member(s) teaching the class(es), in conjunction with the corresponding academic department chair(s) and academic school dean overseeing said course(s) will assess the minor student's scholastic aptitude and maturity based on guidelines found in the NSHE Regents Handbook, Title 4, Chapter 16.

Please be advised that if, during the course of reviewing applications, it is determined that an applicant is less than 16 years of age as of today, a registration hold preventing all enrollment activity will be placed on the student's account and will remain in place until the student turns 16 or the minor's petition packets for an exception is approved after a thorough review by institutional officials.

For questions or concerns, please contact admissions:
Email: gifted.minor@csn.edu                                      

For additional information, you can also visit: 
Gifted & Talented Minors

The Jumpstart Concurrent Enrollment Program offers college credit courses to high school students at local high schools for a reduced fee of $100 per class (for the 2025-25 school year), plus applicable technology fees, per credit. The college courses are taught at their high school by high school instructors who have been certified to teach CSN concurrent enrollment courses. The Jumpstart Program gives high school students the opportunity to get an early start on their college career while paying only a fraction of the college tuition.

The Jumpstart Program is open to freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior high school students who attend a participating high school. Students enrolling in English or Math Jumpstart courses must qualify by using ACT, SAT, or CSN Placement Test scores.

For more information on placement testing, click HERE.

For a list of participating high schools and the Jumpstart courses, they offer click HERE.

Students participating in the Jumpstart Program are taking college courses that are taught at their high school by high school instructors who have been certified to teach CSN concurrent enrollment courses. Jumpstart courses are offered at a reduced fee. Students participating in the Dual Enrollment Program are taking college courses at a CSN Campus that are taught by CSN faculty for the full rate of tuition and fees.

No. There is no application fee for high school students participating in the Jumpstart Program.

Jumpstart courses are $100 per class (for the 2025-26 school year).

Students pay their tuition directly to the high school banker. Students do not pay CSN directly.

Students should inquire with their high school about any available scholarships for Jumpstart courses.

Textbooks are FREE to students and will be provided by their high school.

1. Students participating in the Jumpstart Program are required to complete the High School and Early College Programs Admissions Application. Click HERE to apply. Students will receive their CSN issued Nevada State of Higher Education (NSHE) student ID numbers in 3-5 days.

2. Complete the Jumpstart Consent Form. This form requires the electronic signature of the student and the parent or legal guardian. The student's NSHE ID number is required to complete this form.

For questions or concerns: 
Contact Us

Your Educational Success (YES) is designed to help 11th and 12th-grade students with disabilities make the transition from high school to a post-secondary educational setting. The YES program is a partnership between the Clark County School District (CCSD) and the College of Southern Nevada (CSN). Students who attend the YES program will have the opportunity to earn three CSN credits and one-half CCSD high school elective credit.

11th and 12th-grade students with disabilities who attend a CCSD high school.

There is no cost for students to participate in this program.

Interested students can get enrollment information from their Teacher of Record, Special Education Facilitator, or Region Transitions Specialist.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact the CCSD Transition Services Department:
Phone: 702.799.7446
Email: transition@nv.ccsd.net

For more information: 
Your Educational Success (YES)