Students may be admitted to Grossmont or Cuyamaca College if they meet at least one of the following criteria:
Have earned a high school diploma from a recognized or accredited institution
Possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Hold a recognized equivalent of a high school diploma as determined by state or local
educational authorities
Are 18 years of age or older and can demonstrate the ability to benefit from college-level
instruction
Students who are 17 years old or younger before the start of the semester must provide proof of high school graduation to the Admissions and Records Office.
While earning a high school diploma through a local adult school is recommended, non-graduates
who are over 18 years of age may be admitted based on their ability to benefit.
Students transferring from accredited colleges or universities are also eligible for
admission.
Verification of High School Completion
To ensure enrollment integrity and compliance with district policies and federal financial
aid requirements, the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District (GCCCD) may verify
high school completion using the following procedures:
1. Documentation Review
Students may be asked to submit official high school transcripts or records confirming
completion of secondary education.
If there are concerns about the validity of a diploma, additional documentation may
be requested, such as:
A description of coursework or graduation requirements
A signed statement from a school official verifying that the school meets academic
standards
2. State, Tribal, or Local Oversight Confirmation
If the high school is overseen by a state, Tribal, or local education authority, GCCCD
may seek verification directly from the relevant agency to confirm the school鈥檚 recognition
and legitimacy.
3. Internal Reference Lists
GCCCD may consult internal records of schools previously identified as issuing non-recognized
diplomas or requiring minimal academic instruction. These references help guide decisions
about diploma acceptability.
Criteria for Invalid Diplomas
A diploma may be deemed invalid if it meets any of the following conditions:
Issued by a school that is not recognized or fails to meet applicable educational
standards
Obtained from an institution requiring little or no academic coursework
Issued by an entity primarily operating to provide diplomas without proper academic
rigor
Financial Aid Considerations
When completing the FAFSA, students must report their high school information, including
the name, city, and state. Note: A school鈥檚 presence or absence from the FAFSA dropdown
list does not guarantee the validity of the diploma.
Resolving Conflicting Information
If discrepancies arise between a student鈥檚 FAFSA responses and other records, GCCCD
must resolve the conflict before awarding financial aid. Self-certification is not sufficient when a diploma鈥檚 validity is in question.
District Authority
The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District reserves the right to determine
the acceptability of high school diplomas or equivalents based on established district
procedures. Final decisions regarding both enrollment eligibility and financial aid
are made by the college.
Dual Enrollment
High school students in the 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade, who are at least 14 years
of age, may attend upon approval of a high school counselor and parent or guardian
of the student. Courses attempted and units earned will be recorded on a college permanent
record. High school students are not eligible to receive Title IV Federal Financial
Aid, and if classified as a non-resident of California, will be responsible to pay
non-resident tuition. Visit our Dual Enrollment page for more information:High School Students
Nonresidents
Because 小优传媒 is a state supported institution it must follow California
laws pertaining to residency classification, in addition to many other regulations,
for all students at California Community Colleges. All students must be classified
as either "resident" or "nonresident" for tuition purposes. Students who are applying
for admission, or currently enrolled students requesting residency reclassification,
are required to provide supplemental information and supporting documentation or evidence
to determine his or her residence classification.
Nonresidents may attend by paying the established nonresident tuition, enrollment,
health services and student representation fees. To obtain resident status, a student
must establish both physical presence and intent in California for more than one year
immediately preceding the residence determination date for a term. Guidelines for residency
How do I enroll?
For steps on how to Apply and Enroll, clickhere.
Semester dates
You can see dates by checking the printed class schedule or the academic calendar.