College Now Parent & Guardians

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College Now is a fantastic dual credit opportunity that allows high school students to take college classes from their teachers, without leaving their high school campus. College Now students also pay only $60 per class, while regular tuition costs $119 per credit (2023-24.)

Information and Guides

Step 1: Apply

  • All students must apply to CGCC. This only needs to be done once, so students who have taken College Now courses in the past, do not need to apply again.
  • The application is located here: https://form.jotform.com/232564564150151

Step 2: Register

  • Students will register for classes during the term that align with when the class ends. For example, a HST203 class may start in September but end in June. This means the student will register for CGCC's Spring term (ending in June).
  • Students will use the same process as degree-seeking students, navigating the CGCC Student Portal to select each course.
  • Registration takes place at http://my.cgcc.edu and there are several guides listed below under Resources. Students can also find these at https://www.cgcc.edu/cn

Step 3: Complete the Required Forms

  • Parent/Guardian Permission Form - Required once per student, this form is valid for the remainder of the student's high school career. It is a digital form that can be completed on most smartphones, tablets, etc. Note: The digital form initially asks for a name and email, which can be either the guardian's or the student's. As long as the names of both the student and guardian are on the form, it will be accepted.
  • Sophomore Exception Form - Sophomores only! College Now is only open to Juniors and Seniors, but Sophomores can also earn college credit if they have submitted a signed Sophomore Exception Form. 

Frequently Asked Questions

College Now costs $60 per class. This means that a student can take WR121Z and HST201 for $120. That's 8 credits (typically over $1000 in tuition) for only $120!

The student is responsible for paying for College Now tuition. Some schools may cover College Now fees, but it is the student's responsibility to confirm this with school counselors and administration.

If you are asking a general question about the College Now program, please email collegenow@cgcc.edu.

You can also contact the College Now Coordinator at cgraham@cgcc.edu.

If you are asking a question about a College Now student, CGCC employees cannot typically share that information. Federal law (FERPA) requires CGCC to hold education records confidential unless the student signs a release or other specific requirements are met. This includes students under 18 years of age. You can read more about FERPA here.

If you have questions about FERPA, or a request for information about a student, email Mary Martin, Registrar.

CGCC employees cannot typically share that information. Federal law (FERPA) requires CGCC to hold education records confidential unless the student signs a release or other specific requirements are met. This includes students under 18 years of age. You can read more about FERPA here.

If you have questions about FERPA, or a request for information about a student, email Mary Martin, Registrar.

College Now credit is CGCC credit, which is transferable to all colleges and universities.  Every college has a right to articulate the credit to fit their academic requirements.  However, CGCC students do not experience significant challenges transferring our college credit.

Colleges in Oregon and Washington have online guides that students can use to research future transferability.

The following guides do not guarantee transfer.

If you have any questions about transferring, contact Student Services at studentservices@cgcc.edu.