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College Connection students, on their experience…

“Joining college connection is the best decision of my life…it is a really peaceful environment…you get a jumpstart on your peers!”

“College connection is a great way to get a headstart and understanding of how college works and how to be responsible…you get to choose your schedule, plan out how your days go…don't be scared to do something challenging.”

“You should apply for College Connection, it is super awesome” - George Washington POTUS #1

“There really isn’t a reason why you shouldn’t join.”

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Who are College Connection students?

Juniors with GPA 2.0 or above, and on track with graduation requirements
Those with a COMPLETED a BCC application on 1/9/26

Early (Priority) applications will be due 12/5 with interviews on 12/15 & 16

Have/are willing to develop good communication skills
Ready for college experience, freedom & responsibilities
Ready to grow beyond your high school comfort zone
Motivated and curious
Good attendance habits
YOU! Yes, YOU!

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How does College Connection work?

Take all of your classes at Butte College

4 high school courses - 1 in person and 3 independent study
3 college courses each semester (limited to 11 units in fall and spring semesters)

Earn high school credit and college credit
Learn to navigate a college environment and use college resources
Go anywhere after high school graduation

Stay at Butte College and have 4 semesters for free with the Butte College Promise
Go directly to a 4-year college
Other paths - military, apprenticeship, CTE programs or trade school

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What Some May Consider As Disadvantages

Lots of STRUCTURED FREEDOM - - Different from the myth of “free time”
Work!

You’re a high school AND a college student

Leaving the high school environment behind

Yet, you can attend high school activities, athletics, and events (rallies, prom, dances, clubs…etc.)

Commute to Butte College main campus M-TH

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SAMPLE SCHEDULE: Associates Degree & General Education courses

**Students choose times & courses for an individualized schedule

Time	MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY
8:00-9:00	College Connection Advisement Butte College LRC 142				Canvas Friday- online assignment or activity
9:00 - 9:30	Study, homework, office hours	Study, homework, office hours	Study, homework, office hours	Study, homework, office hours
9:30-10:45	STAT C1000 Intro to Statistics	Study, homework, office hours	STAT C1000 Intro to Statistics	Study, homework, office hours	Butte College -Open Fridays 8-noon -No in person CC class Fridays -Very few college courses meet Fridays -No Butte College bus service Fridays
10:00-11:00	Study, homework, office hours	COMM C1000 Public Speaking	Study, homework, office hours	COMM C1000 Public Speaking
11-12:15	MCGS 38 Intro to Asian American Studies	Study, homework, office hours	MCGS 38 Intro to Asian American Studies	Study, homework, office hours
12:30-1:45	Study, homework, office hours	Study, homework, office hours	Study, homework, office hours	Study, homework, office hours
2-3	Study, homework, office hours	Study, homework, office hours	Study, homework, office hours	Study, homework, office hours

Students may leave campus when finished with classes

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Advantages

Goodbye “high school scene”
Learn the ropes of attending college, with an advisor

(that’s me) to offer guidance & support

Create your own schedule with lots of

STRUCTURED FREEDOM - No bells!

Huge financial savings
Follow Butte’s academic calendar
Better prepared for university level demands
Participate in BOTH high school (athletics, dances, sports events, clubs) and college events (cannot play college sports until after high school graduation)
Earn college AND high school credit
Access to Butte College’s services and presentations tailored for you about financial aid, college and scholarship applications, transfer counseling
Spend time on a beautiful campus taking classes with diverse, mature, focused students!

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Your Next Steps…

Apply to Butte College
Apply to College Connection
Interview (see the CC Application Guide for more information)
Focus on your future, develop your academic goals, and begin your journey in August 2026
Questions? Contact Mr. Burnett: burnettsa@butte.edu

Each fall, Butte College welcomes 80-90 College Connection students to campus for a senior year of college immersion! These students take 9-11 units each semester, learn first-hand how to navigate college, and develop their educational purpose & plan. What do College Connection students have in common? They are motivated & curious, and ready to step outside of their comfort zone!

College Connection class of ‘26

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