Dual Enrollment
Dual Enrollment
🎓 Dual Enrollment: Earn College & High School Credit at the Same Time!
Dual Enrollment gives students the opportunity to take college-level courses while still in high school—earning both high school and college credit simultaneously. Best of all, OCPS covers the cost!
These advanced courses are a great way to challenge yourself academically, explore your interests, and get a head start on your college journey.
📌 Key Information
- Students must meet eligibility requirements, including a qualifying GPA and college readiness.
- Dual enrollment courses are weighted the same as AP, AICE, and IB courses when calculating GPA.
- Grades earned in dual enrollment courses appear on both your high school and college transcripts and impact both GPAs.
🧠 Is Dual Enrollment Right for You?
Successful dual enrollment students typically demonstrate:
- Strong reading and writing skills
- Independence and motivation
- Good time management
- Personal responsibility for learning
- Clear communication with counselors and instructors
🗂️ Explore Dual Enrollment Options
Use the links below to learn more about programs offered through:
- Valencia College
- University of Central Florida (UCF)
- Orange Technical College
- University of Florida (UF)
💬 Interested in Enrolling?
Talk to your school counselor to learn more about eligibility, course options, and how to get started.
📣 IMPORTANT: Dual enrollment courses are real college classes. They require time, effort, and commitment. Take them seriously—they count!