PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – For teenagers who want to jumpstart their college careers, Central Arizona College offers a bevy of options for qualified students to earn credits while still attending high school.
These programs include First Step which is held during the summer months; Early College and Dual Enrollment, which take place during the fall and spring semesters; Program of Study (formerly known as Tech Prep); and Science Technology, Engineering and Match (STEM).
To enroll in these programs, students should see their high school counselor for more information.
Each program has specific requirements, application processes and contact information, and students may participate in more than one program during the school year.
For more information, click here for the Early Start page at the CAC website.
Dual Enrollment
Contact Information: Luis Sanchez
520-494-5111 / dualenrollment@centralaz.edu
Early College
Contact Information: Luis Sanchez
520-494-5111 / dualenrollment@centralaz.edu
First Step
Contact Information: Luis Sanchez
520-494-5111 / dualenrollment@centralaz.edu
Program of Study
Contact Information: James Cadena
520-494-5312 / james.cadena@centralaz.edu
STEM Program
Contact Information: Sharon Wisniewski
520-494-5493 / stem.program@centralaz.edu