Getting an associate degree while in highschool

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I don't know New York rules on dual enrollment. Where I live high school students can take college courses early and the state scholarship program helps with cost at the state public and private universities and community college system. Some people do earn associates prior to end of grade 12.
You may want to study the advice and information on a site called Homeschooling for College Credit. Even if you aren't homeschooling you may find the information helpful for your situation. https://homeschoolingforcollegecredit.org/

You may want to look over the Dual Enrollment options at Pierpont College (in West Virginia). https://www.pierpont.edu/admissions/dual-enrollment/