College in High School Program
College in High School Program supports New York school and college partnerships that expand equitable dual enrollment, helping high school students earn transferable credit and save time and money in college.
Funder: New York State Education Department
Due Dates: November 5, 2026 (Questions) | November 25, 2026 (Optional NOI) | December 10, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Time (Application)
Funding Amounts: Anticipated $9.1 million annually; annual applicant caps of $250,000, $750,000, or $4.6 million through June 30, 2031
Summary: Supports new and existing dual enrollment partnerships that expand equitable access to transferable college credit for New York high school students.
Key Information: Economically disadvantaged students must incur no costs when enrolling in college courses.
Description
The College in High School Program is administered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) through the College in High School Opportunity Fund, established in the FY 2026 State Enacted Budget. It funds the creation and expansion of equitable dual enrollment opportunities designed to save students time and money in college and improve high school graduation, college enrollment, success, and completion.
The program supports partnerships between New York State school districts or Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) and eligible colleges and universities. Businesses and community-based organizations may also participate as partners. Programs must offer students the opportunity to earn at least 12 transferable college credits through structured pathways, programs of study, or intentionally offered courses, supported by additional counseling, academic assistance, and outreach to underserved students.
