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All Edison students have the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree or college credits from Middlesex College by enrolling in specific courses offered at Edison High School or John P. Stevens High School. Students will learn and engage in college-level coursework in the familiar environment of our Edison high schools. With successful completion of the coursework, students have the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree or college credits toward a degree--a great way to begin the college experience!

Students may take the dual-enrollment course for high school credit only.
Students may pay the course tuition and receive both high school and college credit.

In New Jersey, by law, public colleges are required to accept associate degrees for related programs. Most colleges across the country may accept up to sixty transfer credits. All colleges reserve the right to accept dual enrollment college credits. If a student plans to attend a four-year university, it is strongly recommended that the student contacts the university of intent to inquire about dual credit courses that will be considered for acceptance.

Students transferring with an A.A. degree into a B.A. program or an A.S. degree into a B.S. program will have accepted for transfer exactly half of the credits required for the basic four-year degree and will have exactly half of the-credits to complete at the four-year institution. Such students will have Junior status upon enrollment at the four-year institution. [For example, at William Paterson, where the basic four-year degree is 128 credits, the transfer student's A.A. or A.S. degree will transfer in exactly 64 credits, and the student will have exactly 64 credits remaining to complete at William Paterson for the degree. At Montclair State, where the basic four-year degree is 120 credits, the transfer student's A.A. or A.S. degree will transfer in exactly 60 credits, and the student will have exactly 60 credits remaining to complete at Montclair State for the degree.}

Comprehensive State-wide Transfer Agreement (Adopted by NJPC – 9/22/08)

Please note: Student must notify the school counselor of interest in participating in Dual Enrollment when scheduling classes.

Earn an MC Associate Degree or credits towards an Associate Degree while enrolled in high school.

Courses will be completed during regular school hours. Some specialty courses may be taken on the campus at Middlesex College.

All students enrolled at Edison HS or John P. Stevens HS are eligible for this program

You Can Earn an Associate Degree from MC

By participating in the Dual Enrollment program and completing the required coursework for a specific degree offered by MC, Edison students may earn an Associate Degree from Middlesex College. A total of between 60-64 credits are required. See the specific degree programs for what classes you should take. Be sure to meet with your school counselor to discuss course selection.

What Is Dual Enrollment?

The Dual Enrollment program provides high school students the opportunity to earn both high school and college credit while still being enrolled in high school. These courses have been approved by Middlesex College and a majority will be directly taken at the high schools.

Benefits of Dual Enrollment

SAVE MONEY AND TIME!!!
Earn college credits toward a degree while in high school.
Save money on tuition costs, which will reduce total student debt for college grads
Students who participate in dual-enrollment programs are more likely to graduate from high school, enroll in college, enroll full-time in college, earn higher grades in college and graduate from college.
Students who participate in dual-enrollment programs are more likely to remain in college to obtain a Bachelor’s degree.
High school students who complete college classes that are accepted for graduation requirements could graduate early and get a head start in beginning their careers
The college classes high school students take may transfer to higher education institutions, depending upon the school

Experience a college course and environment when taking courses on the Middlesex College campus for a specific liberal arts degree.
Meet professors, students, and other college staff.
Have the opportunity to explore different careers.

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