Earn Your High School Diploma or Equivalency at San Diego College of Continuing Education
Increase your earning potential throughout your career with a high school diploma or equivalency.
Qualify for more job opportunities and career advancement.
Gain confidence and satisfaction from completing your education.
Inspire your family and friends with your commitment to education.
No cost education to help you succeed.
Classes that fit your busy life.
Learn at a speed that works for you.
Choose how you want to learn.
Prepare for tests like the HiSET or GED to earn a credential recognized as equal to a high school diploma in the United States.
Earn credits toward your High School Diploma in as little as 6 weeks.
I went into the program not knowing how it would affect me as a person and my life as a student, it shaped my success now and I’m in college now. It gave me a lot of flexibility to have the confidence to finish my high school diploma
- Raelin
I found out about the school because one of my friends told me she got her GED. I’m a single mom and sometime life can be hard, I want to be a role model for my son and I want to show him how important education is.
- Olga
Note: Individuals currently enrolled in a comprehensive High School at SDUSD, including those under the age of 17, and are interested in high school classes at SDCCE should first contact their high school counselor to talk about Adult Education options or contact the SDUSD Adult School.
Those who attended SDUSD but did not complete High School and are under 20, should contact the SDUSD Adult School.
DSPS (Disability Support Programs & Services) provides academic adjustments or accommodations to students with disabilities in the classroom and on campus.
Need accommodations? Schedule an appointment online, email sdcedsps@sdccd.edu, or call 619-388-4812.
This is the first step. Click on Apply Now and fill out the application.
You'll receive your Student ID Number (CSID). Make sure to write it down—you'll need it to schedule counseling and enroll in classes.
You will receive an email with information about the portal.
Need in-person help? Visit a Welcome Center at a campus near you.
Your portal is where you'll register for classes and access important student resources.
Not sure what program is best for you? Schedule an appointment with a Counselor to discuss your options.
A counselor can help you decide between earning your High School Diploma or completing a High School Equivalency (HiSET or GED) based on your past education, transcript, and goals.
A counselor (in person or on Zoom) will help you understand your options and guide you toward the right path.
How to Make an Appointment:
What to Bring: High school transcripts (if available) and any questions you have
Enroll Here through mySDCCD
Choose a class from those listed on the HSDP page, HSEP page, página de HSEP en español, or go to the Course List.
Note: You'll need a permission number from your instructor if you enroll after the first day of class.
Visit an SDCCE Campus or contact the SDCCE Virtual Welcome Center for help with your application, mySDCCD portal, or student email.
You can also call the Welcome Center at 619-388-SDCE (7323) for assistance.
Mission: San Diego College of Continuing Education commits to student success and community enrichment by providing tuition-free, accessible, equitable, and innovative quality education and support services to diverse learners in pursuit of lifelong learning, training, career advancement, and pathways to credit college. Read more about the SDCCE mission »