High School Programs

Welcome to High School Programs in the Division of Extended Studies at CSU Pueblo! CSU Pueblo partners with secondary schools across the state to deliver select university courses in high school classrooms through our Dual Enrollment/Senior to Sophomore (STS) program. In addition, the high school program provides opportunities for Pueblo area high school students to earn college credit on the CSU Pueblo campus via Concurrent Enrollment (CE).

Benefits of our High School Programs include:

• Guaranteed transfer credit to public universities
• Early college experience
• Access to tutoring services, rec center and more (if taking at least 6 credits)
• Save money and get ahead!

Concurrent Enrollment

Concurrent Enrollment allows high school students to earn college and high school credit simultaneously by attending classes in person on the CSU Pueblo campus. Concurrent Enrollment students can earn General Education course credit and program-specific course credit in CSU Pueblo classes that count toward high school graduation credit and bachelor’s degree requirements. In addition, students who enroll in GT-Pathways courses are assured “Guaranteed Transfer” credit to any public college or university in the state. 

Perhaps the most appealing feature of the Concurrent Enrollment program is that CSU Pueblo partner schools pay tuition on behalf of their students, leaving little to no cost for books and fees to students and their parents, making college credit attainable and affordable for families and students.

Dual Enrollment/Senior to Sophomore

The Senior to Sophomore program allows high school students to take college courses from the comfort of their high school classrooms. The success of our Senior to Sophomore program is rooted in support of the University’s academic departments and their involvement with the high school faculty teaching the courses. As a result, the course content, quality, and rigor are equal to those same courses taught on the University’s main campus and transcribed accordingly. Save money on travel and book costs when you enroll in the STS program.

Colorado's Big Three

Graduate Career, College, and Workforce Ready through Colorado's Big Three initiative. This statewide effort encourages every student to graduate high school with a competitive advantage by earning 12 college credits, an industry-recognized credential, or participating in a work-based learning experience. CSU Pueblo partners with school districts to provide high-quality academic and career-connected opportunities that help students achieve these milestones while preparing them for success in college, their future careers, and beyond.

How CSU Pueblo Supports The Big Three

CSU Pueblo supports the Big Three initiative through Concurrent Enrollment, giving high school students the opportunity to start college early while saving time and money. By earning transferable college credits before graduation, students can complete the 12 college credit pathway of the Big Three while building a strong foundation for future success. Through Concurrent Enrollment, students can earn real college credit, take transferable GT Pathway courses in subjects such as English, math, and social sciences, and gain the confidence and skills needed to succeed in college and beyond.

Interested parents and students should contact their high school counselor for more information on Senior to Sophomore or Concurrent Enrollment to see which best fits their needs. Parents can also speak with High School Programs staff to see when they will be on-site at the high school.

Interested partners or departments should likewise make contact for further information or to schedule a visit to your location by one of our staff members. 

Call 719.549.2734 or email csup_highschoolprograms@csupueblo.edu