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 allows high school students to take college courses and earn credit while still in high school. Courses are taught by CSN faculty on a CSN campus or online, and students have access to CSN resources.

There are two ways students participate:
Partnership Schools: Participating high schools enroll students (grades 9–12) through a formal agreement with CSN.

Individual Students: Any eligible Nevada high school or homeschool student (age 16+) may apply independently.

Dual Enrollment is open to individual high school students aged 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. Students must have a 2.5 GPA based on a 4.0 scale; exceptions may be granted by CSN in consultation with the school district or charter school.

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.

Please note: some high schools refer to Jumpstart courses as “Dual Enrollment”.

• Time and money saved
• Confidence to succeed in higher education
• Efficient transition from high school to college
• Opportunity to complete general education classes allowing for earlier participation in major
• Access to academic advisors
• Access to college tutoring, labs, and library

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

2026-27 School Year 
Dual Enrollment Cost
$92.00 per course credit 
$11.50 per course credit technology fee
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 Jumpstart courses at their high school.

It depends on the number of Jumpstart courses available at your high school. If you combine Jumpstart and Dual Enrollment (courses at a CSN campus or online), it is possible to earn a certificate of achievement (30 credits) or even an associate’s degree (60 credits) before graduating high school.

Yes! The credits you earn can be applied to related degree and certificate programs at CSN, helping you save time and money.

To look at certificate and degree options by areas of study, go to:
https://catalog.csn.edu

• Time and money saved
• Confidence to succeed in higher education
• Efficient transition from high school to college
• Opportunity to complete general education classes allowing for earlier participation in major
• Access to college tutoring, labs, and library

Jumpstart Concurrent Enrollment course credit is CSN college credit and may transfer to other Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) institutions or other colleges and universities. However, students should check with the specific college or university they plan to attend for transferability.

CSN’s Core 15 general education classes are a great choice for dual enrollment students to simplify course selection. These courses give students a great foundation no matter which major they end up selecting down the road. They provide a preliminary guide for students in the course selection of five (5) classes within three types of associate degrees: Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Science (AS) or Associate of Business (AB).

Mathematics
Course depends on transfer program chosen (see HS or Dual Credit Manager)
MATH 120 or MATH 120E or
MATH 124 or MATH 124E or
MATH 126 or MATH 126E or
MATH 127

English Composition
ENG 101 and ENG 102

Natural Science
BIOL 101 or
CHEM 105 or
ENV 101

Humanities
COM 101

US/Nevada Constitutions
PSC 101 or
HIST 101 and HIST 102

To see the full CSN catalog visit: 
https://catalog.csn.edu

Some schools also provide a list ofrequired courses. Check with your high school.

If a student plans to complete an associate’s degree while in high school, they are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor. Instructions to schedule an appointment with an academic advisor can be found here:
https://www.csn.edu/advising

Yes! The credits you earn can be applied to related degree and certificate programs at CSN, helping you save time and money.

To look at certificate and degree options by areas of study, go to:
https://catalog.csn.edu

For questions or concerns:
Contact Us

Dual Enrollment course credit is CSN college credit and may be transferred to other Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) institutions or other colleges and universities. However, students should check with the specific college or university they plan to attend for transferability.

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 partners with Clark County School District (CCSD), charter, and private local high schools to allow freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors to enroll in college courses at a reduced fee, right at their own high school. Classes are held during the regular school day and are taught by high school teachers who have been certified by CSN academic departments to teach CSN curriculum. CSN-certified high school instructors follow CSN’s curriculum, assessments, and grading scales to ensure the college-level rigor of these courses is maintained.

Jumpstart is open to students in 9th – 12th grades in high schools with a Jumpstart partnership. Students must have a 2.5 GPA based on a 4.0 scale; exceptions may be granted by CSN in consultation with the school district or charter school.

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

Please note: some high schools refer to Jumpstart courses as “Dual Enrollment”

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

Jumpstart courses cost $110 per course for the 2026-27 school year.

It depends. Students can inquire with their high school about any available scholarships for Jumpstart courses. Jumpstart courses are offered for a per course fee at a significant discount from regular tuition prices. Tuition is paid to the high school Banker.

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.

Available Jumpstart courses vary by high school. Check with your high school counselor for the CSN Jumpstart courses offered at your high school.

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

Students must:

• Earn a 2.5 GPA or higher in their high school coursework.
• Submit SAT/ACT scores or take a CSN placement test for Math and English courses.

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 an IEP or 504 plan 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 an IEP or 504 plan 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)