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What is Dual Enrollment?
In Georgia, Dual Enrollment allows high school students in grades 9-12 to take college courses at postsecondary institutions and earn both high school and college credit simultaneously. The program is managed by the Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) through the GAfutures website, and eligible students can receive funding to cover tuition, fees, and books. Students and their families can find approved courses on the GAfutures Dual Enrollment Course Directory and should consult their high school counselor to begin the process.
How it works
Credit: When a student passes an approved college course, they earn credit for both high school graduation requirements and their permanent college record.
Locations: Courses can be taken at the high school, at a postsecondary campus, or online.
Cost: The Georgia Dual Enrollment funding program allows eligible students to attend college classes at little to no cost, as funding covers tuition, fees, and books.
Key Benefits
College Readiness: It exposes students to the rigor of college-level coursework and a faster pace.
Cost Savings: Students can get a head start on their college education and potentially graduate with college credits or even an associate degree before high school graduation.
Career Pathways: The program is also a way to prepare for college and career opportunities.
Getting Started
Consult your counselor: Speak with your high school counselor to discuss interest in Dual Enrollment and to understand the process.
Research eligible institutions: Identify participating colleges and universities.
Complete the application process: Finish the college application and your high school's internal processes.
Important Considerations
Academic Record: Dual Enrollment grades become part of your permanent college record and could impact future college admission and scholarship eligibility.
Funding Cap: The program has a funding cap, and hours taken under certain other career programs are subtracted from this cap.
Transportation and Fees: While tuition is often covered, students may be responsible for transportation to campus and other course-related fees.
A student must be enrolled in and physically attending a participating, eligible public or private high school in Georgia or an eligible participating home study program in Georgia.
A student must be approved by the participating high school or home study program at which he or she is enrolled to participate in dual enrollment.
Grade Level Eligibility
11th & 12th Graders
Eligible students may take any approved Dual Enrollment courses listed on the Course Directory at an eligible participating postsecondary institution (USG, TCSG, or private).
10th Graders
Eligible students may enroll in approved Career, Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) courses listed on the Course Directory at a participating TCSG institution only.
Eligible students who have a minimum SAT score of 1200 or a minimum ACT composite score of 26 in a single national test administration may enroll in any approved courses listed on the Course Directory at a TCSG, USG, or private eligible participating postsecondary institution.
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