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Dual
Enrollment

The Dual Enrollment program is a terrific opportunity for eligible high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit before they graduate.

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The Dual Enrollment program is a terrific opportunity for eligible high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit before they graduate. Taking college courses in high school allows students to complete college faster and, for many seniors, will keep them engaged during their last year of high school. Dual enrollment provides students with an introductory experience to college and the confidence they need to pursue a college degree or certificate.


Admission Requirements

  • Must be a high school junior or senior.
  • Must have at least a 3.00 cumulative high school GPA. An exception to this condition may be made at the recommendation of the high school counselor or principal or the high school teacher in the subject area of interest.
  • Must meet course prerequisite requirements.
  • Must be eligible to receive the Dual Enrollment Grant.

Ready to apply?   Follow the steps below:

  1. Obtain Permission
    1. Talk to your school counselor and parents about the DSCC Dual Enrollment Program. Discuss your educational plans as well as the tuition/fees involved in taking a college course during high school.
  2. Complete an Application
    1. Complete the online Dual Enrollment admissions application.
    2. Parent completes the parent permission form sent via email.
  3. Request Documentation
    1. Transcripts
      1. Request that your high school send an official copy of your transcript and ACT scores.
    2. Immunizations
      1. Provide proof of immunizations
      2. Immunization Information
  4. Tennessee Dual Enrollment Grant
    1. Apply for the Tennessee Dual Enrollment Grant
  5. Receive Acceptance
    1. A letter of acceptance will be sent to you from the Office of Enrollment Services letting you know your next steps.
  6. Pay Fee Balance
    1. Pay any balance owed or set up deferred payment arrangements at DSCC Student Financial Services by the advertised deadline. Dependents of public-school teachers and TBR or UT employees may qualify for a discount. Discount forms can be obtained from the parent’s employer and should be received by Student Financial Services by the deadline to pay fees. Call Student Financial Services with questions at 731-286-3319.

Dual Enrollment Presentation

Dual Enrollment Frequently Asked Questions


Additional Contact Information:

Dyersburg Campus, 731-286-3350
Jimmy Naifeh Center at Tipton County, 901-475-3100
Henry County Center, 731-407-7300

Email: dualenrollment@dscc.edu

Contact
Information

Tracie Keith

Director of Enrollment Services, 901-475-3132

Micah Hardin

Dual Enrollment Specialist, 731-288-7502