Collegiate High School (CHS)

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Graduate High School with Your Associate Degree

Collegiate High School is a unique, application-based program that allows motivated high school juniors and seniors to complete their final two years of high school entirely on the College of the Mainland campus. By transitioning to a true college environment, you can fulfill your high school graduation requirements while earning up to 60+ transferable college credit hours or a full Associate degree.

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College of the Mainland Collegiate High School student Demarcus Hunter shares how the CHS program has shaped his academic journey, strengthened his personal growth and set him on the path to future success.

The CHS Advantage

Collegiate High School goes beyond traditional dual credit by fully immersing students into the university atmosphere. CHS students don't just take a class or two online; they attend college full-time, use all campus student centers, join student organizations, and learn directly from COM's professor network.

Why Local Families Choose Collegiate High School:

Families save thousands of dollars on future higher education costs by knocking out two full years of college tuition and mandatory student fees at significantly reduced high school rates.

Students build mature time-management skills, advanced study habits, and independent critical thinking within a supportive collegiate environment, eliminating the traditional "culture shock" of moving off to a university later.

Whether you are looking to complete foundational general education courses that transfer smoothly to a four-year Texas university, or you want to dive straight into specialized technical training like process technology or cybersecurity, CHS aligns with your career goals.

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CHS Calendar

Stay on track all year long with the Collegiate High School Calendar—your go-to guide for important academic deadlines, holidays, events, and key milestones throughout the school year.

Review the CHS Calendar

Connect with the CHS Office

Ready to see the campus for yourself? Reach out to schedule an information session or check on your submitted application file status.

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