2024-2025 FDHS Dual Credit Partners

Jump Start your College Journey with Dual Credit

All FDHS Dual Credit students should review the FDHS Fall 2024 Dual Credit Checklist, which includes the links to the mandatory FDHS AP/Dual Credit Enrollment Agreement Form, college applications, applicable college enrollment agreement forms, and mandatory orientations. Be sure to review the checklist to track add/drop and withdrawal dates. Students should check their email on a regular basis for college correspondence and their college portals for student billing information.

 Things to Remember:

• Kentucky high school students are eligible to use two KHEAA Dual Credit Scholarships during their junior and senior year to cover tuition for a total of four academic courses.  Only two scholarships may be used per year.  Students may also utilize two KHEAA Dual Credit Work Ready Scholarships per year (9th - 12th grades) for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Courses.  The district will provide tuition assistance for students who are eligible for free/reduced lunch to take an additional two dual credit courses.  

• Students who do not set their KHEAA preferences by the deadline will not receive the KHEAA Dual Credit Scholarships.  

  • If your Social Security Number is not on file in Infinite Campus, you will not be able to set your KHEAA Dual Credit Scholarship Preferences.  Contact our registrar Ms. Basteck at dawn.bastecki@fayette.kyschools.us for additional details on how to submit your Social Security Number.  Do not email the number or a copy of your Social Security Card.

• The district will not cover the cost of dropped or failed courses, so be sure to follow the college add/drop deadlines if needed.  Additionally, KHEAA may request 50% reimbursement for failed courses.

• Students are responsible for the cost of textbook fees if applicable.  Be sure to monitor your college accounts for balance updates and notifications.

Dual Credit Scholarship Program

Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) administers the Dual Credit Scholarship Program. For more information about the Dual Credit Scholarship, visit KHEAA's Website or contact KHEAA by phone at 800.928.8926 or 502.696.7200. 

Dual Credit FAQ

Is financial assistance available for Dual Credit Courses?  Yes. Kentucky high school students are eligible to use two KHEAA Dual Credit Scholarships during their junior and senior year for academic courses.  The two scholarships may be used in the same semester, year or over two years.  Students may also utilize two KHEAA Dual Credit Work Ready Scholarships per year (9th - 12th grades) for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Courses.  The district will provide financial assistance for students who are eligible for free/reduced lunch to take an additional two dual credit courses.

Are all students permitted to take dual credit courses?  No. Students must meet the criteria and/or prerequisites for each course and college.  Juniors and Seniors who meet the course criteria are eligible to participate in Core Dual Credit Courses.  Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors who meet the course criteria are eligible to participate in CTE Pathway Dual Credit Courses.

Can I take a dual credit course outside of Frederick Douglass High School? Yes, but keep in mind that you may not be eligible to utilize the KHEAA Dual Credit Scholarships or have the courses added to your high school transcript.  Students who are interested in exploring additional courses outside of school should check with their counselor to see if the course(s) may be added to their high school transcript.

I submitted my AP/Dual Credit Enrollment Form.  Do I need to complete a college application as well?  Yes, it is the student's responsibility to make sure they complete the correct college application for their dual credit course by May 25, 2024 for Fall 2024 courses.  Placement exams and ACT scores must be submitted by noon on August 2, 2024.  In addition to completing the application, some programs will require students to attend an orientation and register for courses.  

Who can I talk to about Dual Credit?  If you have a question regarding Dual Credit visit bit.ly/fdhsrequestcounselor and request an appointment to meet with Mrs. Jones.

Am I responsible for textbooks and additional fees?  Yes.  The KHEAA Dual Credit Scholarships and the district only cover the cost of tuition.  If your college/university requires textbooks and/or additional fees, families are responsible for the fees. Please be sure to check your student billing statement in your college portal for additional fees.

Will my credits transfer to other Kentucky colleges and universities? As set in the dual credit policy, Kentucky's colleges and universities must recognize courses that meet general education requirements set in the transfer policy. Career and technical courses must meet certain learning outcomes and program requirements in order to transfer. For more information, consult the Council's dual credit policy.