Why Dual Credit?

Get a jump start on college and save money. Earn college credits and complete high school course requirements simultaneously!

Cost-Effective

Students participating in the dual credit courses with Stockton get a reduced tuition rate of $100 per credit ($400/each four-credit course) with all additional fees waived. Free and Reduced lunch students can apply for a waiver and participate for free! In comparison, a four-credit course at Stockton normally costs $2,339.32. 

Students participating with dual credit with Atlantic Cape Community College pay only $66 per credit. This is a 60% discount on the tuition rate per credit at Atlantic Cape.

Benefits

EARN college credits while you are still in high school.

ENHANCE the skills required to be successful at the collegiate level such as time management, critical thinking, problem-solving, study skills, communication, creativity, and following directions.

CHALLENGE yourself by taking accelerated, college-level courses that demand your highest level of performance, while gaining confidence that you are prepared for college.

SAVE time and money by entering college with completed credits, possibly shortening the time it takes to graduate.

Note: Dual credits are transferable to all New Jersey public colleges and universities and most public and private institutions outside the state. It is always important to check with the admissions representative of the college or university you plan to attend to determine which courses will transfer.