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Dual Enrollment

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Dual enrollment programs let high school students take college courses and earn college credits while still in high school — offering a valuable head start on college-level learning.
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Benefits of Dual Credit Classes

Students throughout Northeast Wisconsin are earning college credits before they even graduate high school. Dual enrollment options give high school students a head start on college and a chance to challenge themselves — all while exploring potential careers. Students can:

  • Save money in pursuit of their college degree.
  • Potentially take fewer credits each semester of college.
  • Earn college credits toward an ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ certificate, technical diploma, or associate degree; or the potential of transferring to another college or university.
  • Experience college-level coursework and learning how to navigate a syllabus, college assignments, papers, and exams.
  • Get experience with Canvas, an online learning management system.
  • Increase their likelihood of pursuing a college education.

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Types of Dual Credit

  • Transcripted Credit and Advanced Standing – See what classes are taught at your high school for free!
  • Start College Now – Learn college curriculum from ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ industry-expert instructors.
  • Youth Apprenticeship – Receive industry-related classroom training from ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ instructors; you may also be assigned to work-related placements.
  • High School Academies – Experience a college environment while still in high school. Take classes at ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ with other high school students, explore potential career paths, and earn transferable college credits. More information coming soon!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are dual enrollment programs?

Dual enrollment is a general way to describe high school students taking college courses. ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ offers many types of dual enrollment opportunities which are outlined on this page.

What are dual credit classes?

Dual credit classes are ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ classes taught at the high school by a high school teacher that ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ has certified to teach the course. These courses use ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµâ€™s curriculum and policies.

What dual credit classes are available at my high school?

Different opportunities are available at each of the high schools within ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ's district. Use this helpful resource to find the options available at your specific school.

Can I take ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ classes even if I do not plan to attend ¸Ô±¾ÊÓÆµ after high school?

Yes! Many dual credit classes transfer to other colleges, particularly to other Wisconsin technical colleges. Some credits may also transfer to a four-year college. Find out more about university transfer.

Parents and Guardians

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K12 Staff & Partners

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High School Students

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