The Early College Center supports recruitment, orientation and steps towards registration for all Early College, Early Admit, and Running Start students. We are excited to help you achieve your academic and career goals and are excited you have chosen Honolulu Community College!
HonCC Early College offers various courses to prepare you for a lifetime of meaningful work! We partner with Farrington, Roosevelt, McKinley, Waipahu, and Hālau Kū Māna to offer our unique classes at these high school campuses through the Early College program. This program provides Hawai‘i high school students the opportunity to earn both high school and college credits simultaneously. Courses are offered directly for these schools and include popular classes such as English 100, Speech 151, Hawaiian Studies 107 and many more!
We also support our Running Start students; perfect for those whose schools do not currently partner with HonCC for Early College. With Running Start, students can attend college classes on the HonCC campus and experience a broader selection of courses.
Whether you are taking classes at your high school or at HonCC we are here to help guide you!
Understanding Your Options
| I want to…. | Early College | Running Start |
|---|---|---|
| Earn High School and College Credits. | ||
| Take classes with my high school peers. | ||
| Take classes with other HonCC college students. | ||
| Take free classes chosen by my high school. | ||
| Choose from a wider variety of classes to take at my own cost, out-of-pocket or through scholarships. | ||
| Take classes at the HonCC Campus. |
Get in Touch
Early College Center
Building 6
Phone: (808) 844-2310
Email Us
Make an Appointment
How to Apply
Step 1: Talk with your Counselor.
Meet with your high school counselor to discuss Dual Credit opportunities and determine whether Early College or Running Start is the best fit for you.
Step 2: Complete the Online Application.
Apply to HonCC through the Kamaʻāina application.
Returning Students: If you have taken Early College or Running Start in the past two years with HonCC as your last home campus, you can submit the Online Rollover Request Form.
Step 3: Submit your Dual Credit Form.
Complete the Dual Credit Form and obtain all the necessary signatures.
It is very important to be sure you have the permission of your parent(s) or legal guardian(s) to participate. Once the form is complete either submit to your high school or directly to us at earlyhon@hawaii.edu
Application Deadlines
Your admissions application along with your dual credit form are due:
- Fall Term: May 1
- Spring Term: November 1
- Summer Term: May 1
Once you’re accepted, you can begin your Steps to Registration and get ready for your Early College classes!
