College Dual Credit Courses

The College Dual Credit Program at California University Preparatory Academy (CUPA) offers high school students the unique opportunity to earn UC-transferrable college credits while still in high school. In collaboration with regionally accredited colleges and UC campus, CUPA students take real college courses alongside university students, taught by university professors—including instructors from the University of California system.

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Program Benefits

• Earn UC-transferrable Credits

  All courses are offered through regionally accredited universities and are approved for UC credit transfer, helping students fulfill future GE or major requirements at UC campuses.

• Real College Experience

  Students gain firsthand experience with the rigor and pace of U.S. college courses, improving their academic maturity, time management, and independent learning skills.

• Competitive College Applications

  Taking university-level courses in high school showcases college readiness and strengthens applications to selective institutions in the U.S. and beyond.

• Explore Majors Early

  Courses allow students to explore college majors like business, psychology, or STEM fields before formally declaring in university.

• Save Time and Cost

  Students can graduate high school with up to 12–18 UC-transferrable credits, potentially reducing time and tuition in college.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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