High School Concurrent Admissions

Policies and Procedures

Please read the following pages carefully. Documents MUST be received by the published deadlines.

Incomplete application packets will not be accepted.

Note: High schools students attending RCC may be exposed to discussions, readings, and visual materials of a mature nature. Students will be creating a permanent college academic record at RCC and will be interacting socially with adult college students.

To apply to be an RCC High School Concurrent student you must submit documents for each term you wish to attend.

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years of age or have completed the tenth grade, attend high school at least a minimum day, and fulfill any RCC prerequisites or equivalencies.

Students with a 2.0 or higher cumulative high school grade point average (GPA) may attend RCC if they demonstrate college readiness level in Math, English, and Reading. RCC uses a multiple measures test (RCC Concurrent Test) and high school GPA to determine students' eligibility.

Students with a GPA below 2.0 are not eligible to apply.

• Apply online at www.rcc.edu if you are a new or returning student
• The application will ask for your Enrollment Status .Choose: Enrolling in high school (or lower grades) at the same time.
• Print the Online Application Confirmation Page twice, one for your records and the other for RCC.
• Applications are processed 4 times a day up until 4 p.m.(Monday-Friday). You are able to take the assessment test within 2-3 hours of submission of your application.

• Take the RCC Concurrent Admissions Test (not needed if you have previously taken the test and met placement levels). Don't wait until the deadline to take the assessment. View sample questions.

Go online for special Concurrent Admissions Test testing hours or contact the Assessment Center at Riverside (951) 222-8451, Moreno Valley (951) 571-6492 or Norco (951) 372-7156. Note: The test cannot be taken until RCC application is processed (applications are processed 4 times a day up until 4 p.m., Monday-Friday). The test is administered on a first come first served basis, and priority is given to RCC college students. If you wait until the deadline you may not be able to take the test. Don't forget to take a picture ID with you.

Students who demonstrate college readiness do not need to take the Concurrent Admissions Test again. They should keep the original results and submit a copy of the test results each term they apply to be a high school concurrent student. Students who do not meet minimum placement levels must wait one year before retesting.

• Print the School/Parent Approval Form (this is the concurrent enrollment form for all high school students - must be filled out each term)

Required Documents to be Submitted by Deadline:

Submit the following documents together as a packet to the Admissions and Records office each term you would like to attend RCC. Submit the packet only if you demonstrated college readiness level on the RCC Concurrent Test. Check deadline dates below.

1. Your RCC Online Application Confirmation Page. If you are currently attending RCC as a concurrent student DO NOT submit another application or signature page. If you need to apply go to www.rcc.ed
2. A copy of your Concurrent Admission Test results. (Remember to keep a COPY for your records) Important: Students who do not meet minimum levels must wait one year before retesting. (if you previously qualified with placement scores you do not need to retest)
3. Official High School Transcript (must be in sealed envelope, printed within 3 months/90 days of the issued date and have the school seal). If you are ordering your high school transcripts online, have it sent to your home. Bring the transcript along with required documents to the Admissions & Records Office by the stated deadline.
4. School/Parent Approval Form with all signatures including your own.

Important Note:

Check the High School Certified Official List online to be sure the name of the principal or designee who signs this form is on file at RCC Admissions; otherwise the application will be denied. If your school is not on the list you can print out the High School Designee form, have your school complete it and fax it to Admissions and Records at 951 328-3503.

Deadlines to Submit Documents

If the deadline falls on a weekend or holiday the deadline moves to the next school day. Students who miss these deadlines can apply for short-term or late-start classes two weeks after the term has begun.

After the deadlines have passed students must wait until they are notified as to whether their admission is approved or denied. Information will not be available about the status of the application packet prior to this notification. Approved students will receive a special high school Registration Card.

The eligible student is sent a High School Concurrent Enrollment Registration Card that lists classes students are approved to take. If these classes are not available students may attempt to enroll in other classes. Confer with a high school counselor to determine which replacement courses are appropriate. Note: You will be required to take the RCC Placement Test if you need to meet prerequisites for a class.

• Approved students must wait until THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS to attempt to register by presenting the approved High School Concurrent Enrollment Registration Card to the instructor for an authorization code or instructor signature. Enrollment is contingent on (a) meeting prerequisites, (b) course availability, and (c) instructor approval.
• Approved students must register in person at Admissions on any campus by the add deadline.
• Eligible students may register for 8 units or less for the fall and spring semesters And 5 units or less for winter and summer terms.
• High school students are not allowed to take PE classes

Fees

While enrollment fees are currently waived, there is a mandatory health fee ($16 for fall and spring, $13 for winter and summer) and an optional student service fee ($10 for fall and spring, $2 for winter and summer). Students may also purchase a parking permit ($40 for fall and spring, $20 for summer).

RCC Grades/Transcripts

Official RCC transcripts can be ordered online or WebAdvisor at www.rcc.edu or requested at Norco, Moreno Valley, and Riverside Campuses. The first two are free. After that there is a $3 charge.

For questions about the application process please call (951) 222-8000 ext. 4214.

Note: If you plan to continue attending RCC after exiting high school you must submit a new RCC application. The application will ask for your enrollment status. Choose: First-time student in college (after leaving high school).