College in the High School
· Earn College credit for completing college level courses at the high school.
· Credit is determined through students’ work throughout the class and not on a single test score
· There is no fee for students to enroll in a CHS dual credit course to earn only high school credit.
· Fees apply for students who choose to enroll in a CHS course to earn both high school and college credit. These costs are lower than those charged on the college campuses. College credit fees are as follows:
o Central WA University: $60/credit
o Eastern WA University: $65/credit
o University of WA: $66/credit, plus a $45 registration fee
· Courses typically 5 credits each and fees are collected by the University at the beginning of fall and/or spring semester.
· Students may qualify for free or reduced costs based on their Free & reduced lunch status. Be sure to complete the application with nutrition services.
Advanced Placement
· Annual Required Spring Testing
· Open to all interested students
· Can earn college credit.
· University credit is generally granted for test scores of 3 and above on a five-point scale; however, each university has their own standards for accepting credit for AP exams.
Career & Technical Education (CTE)
· Satisfies more than one graduation requirement.
· Can earn college credit.
· High school students who complete selected high school courses with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better can earn Community/Technical College credit.
· Click here to view a presentation about current CTE courses.
Pierce County Skills Center
· Open to Juniors and Seniors (AM sessions only)
· Transportation provided by the district. Bus leaves from and returns to FP.
· Offers career training that leads to jobs and certifications in specific fields.
· Students who attend PCSC earn credit towards graduation.
· Applications opened on February 23rd, 2023
Running Start
· Open to Juniors and Seniors
· Ability to earn an associate degree and their high school diploma simultaneously.
· Running Start students and their families do not pay college tuition. They are, however, responsible for mandatory fees, books, and transportation to/from the college campus. PLEASE NOTE: summer quarter is not paid through the RS program.
· Universities typically attended by FPHS students include Pierce College, Tacoma Community College, Clover Park Technical College, and Bates Technical College.