COLLEGE AND CAREER HIGH SCHOOL

College and Career High School (CCHS), located on the campus of Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) in Albuquerque, is a specialized early college high school designed to bridge the gap between secondary education and higher learning. By integrating high school curriculum with college coursework, the school allows students to earn their high school diplomas while simultaneously accumulating significant college credits—or even an associate degree—tuition-free. This model is specifically intended for students who are motivated to get a head start on their professional or academic futures in a supportive, adult-learning environment.

The school’s focus is heavily centered on academic rigor, personal responsibility, and career readiness. Because CCHS is situated directly on the CNM campus, students gain early exposure to a college atmosphere, learning to navigate degree pathways and career technical education programs alongside college faculty and peers. This environment is ideal for students who thrive outside of a traditional comprehensive high school setting and are eager to transition toward post-secondary success, whether that involves immediately entering the workforce or continuing toward a four-year university degree.