Dual Credit and Dual Enrollment
As a high schools student, you have an opportunity to get a head start on your college education while earning your high school diploma. Through dual credit and dual enrollment, you can earn both college and high school credit while you are still in high school.
Dual Credit vs Dual Enrollment vs Advanced Placement (AP)
Dual Credit, Dual Enrollment and Advanced Placement (AP) classes each have their own unique benefits. Learn what each offers in terms of cost and credit.
*Reduced college tuition applies to Community College District 502 students only.
| Dual Credit | Dual Enrollment | Advanced Placement |
|---|---|---|
| Student earns both high school credit and college credit concurrently | Student earns college credit; High School credit is not necessarily awarded | Student earns high school credit; eligible for college credit if pass AP Exam |
| College credit is awarded upon course completion; credit can be transferred to other institutions | College credit is awarded upon course completion; credit can be transferred to other institutions | College credit is determined by institution and awarded upon matriculation |
| Course taught by high school teacher approved as Dual Credit Adjunct Faculty by COD | Course taught by COD faculty on high school campus or COD campus | Course taught by high school teacher |
| FREE |
Reduced college tuition (50% off COD tuition)* |
AP Exam cost ($98) |
| High school and COD resources | High school and COD resources | High school resources |
Explore the Benefits
Dual credit and dual enrollment programs are designed to grow your knowledge and save you time and money. Choose a program to get started.
Dual Credit gives high school students the opportunity to earn high school and college
credit.
Dual Enrollment gives high school students the opportunity to take college courses
and earn college credit. Learn more about what the Dual Credit and Dual Enrollment Program offers, including
important policies, resources and key dates.
Dual Credit
Dual Enrollment
Program Information and Resources
Contact Information
Early College Programs
Take the Next Step
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