EDGE and plEDGE Applications
The EDGE/plEDGE application is now CLOSED.
If you are a 2026 high school graduate from the Coachella Valley and would like to be considered for our EDGE make-up session during the Winter semester at College of the Desert, please email us at edge@collegeofthedesert.edu with the following information:
- Full Name
- COD Student ID Number
- Name of your High School
- Graduation Date
We will review your information and follow up with the next steps.
To be eligible for the plEDGE Program, students must complete a Summer Engagement Requirement by choosing of the following options:
Option A: EDGE Non-Credit Course
EDGE offers three-week non-credit courses in English, mathematics, and student development. To qualify for plEDGE, students must complete at least one class.
EDGE Non-Credit Courses:
- English EDGE (ENG-300)
- Math/Statistics EDGE (MATH-300 or SOC-300)
- Student Development EDGE (COUN-300)
Students must pass at least one of their EDGE non-credit courses to fulfill the Summer Engagement Requirement.
If you need assistance selecting the EDGE courses, please contact the EDGE plEDGE team to speak to an Outreach Specialist.
Option B: Summer Credit Course
Enroll in a six- or eight-week Summer Credit Course. Students who register for a summer credit course will select classes that align with their educational goals and are on their student educational plan.
Summer Credit Courses:
Students must pass their courses with a C or better to fulfill the plEDGE Summer Engagement Requirement.
Failure to successfully complete your summer credit course could affect your financial aid eligibility.
