Which credits are accepted toward a college degree varies by institution, and how high you score on an examination will determine whether credits are accepted by some schools.
High school students are given the chance to take college-level classes and earn credit before graduating. Oftentimes, credit for a course counts at both levels.
Colleges and universities may offer summer programs for high school students with college credit. The pre-college programs focus on a variety of subjects, from software coding to climate change.