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DUAL ENROLLMENTIs it Right for You?
Post-secondary Education and/or Training:
A necessary requirement for today’s young people for
gainful employment in the future!
Types of Postsecondary Education
Certificate Program- less than 2 years
Associates Degree- 2 yearsBachelors Degree- 4 years
**DE can assist in accomplishing each of these
options!
House Bill 1184
Virginia legislature mandating school districts working with
community colleges to create pathways for H.S. students to
complete college credit/certificates of study
while in high school
General Education Certificate=Freshman Year of College
Course # Credits
English 111 / 112 College Composition I & II 6
Communication Studies and Theater elective 3
Mathematics, MTH 151 or higher 3 - 5
Physical or Life Science 1 & 2 Elective w lab 8
Social / Behavioral Sciences elective 1 & 2 6
Humanities / Fine Arts Elective 1 & 2 6
SDV 100 College Success Skills 1
33 – 35 total
What is Dual Enrollment? An enrichment program that allows eligible
high school students the opportunity to take courses in high school and college at the same time
NOVA college courses may fulfill Virginia high school graduation requirements and begin a college transcript towards a degree or certificate program
What are the Benefits? Opportunity to take challenging courses
and accelerate their secondary and post secondary education
Facilitates a seamless transition from high school to college
Gives students confidence in their abilities to meet college challenges
Begins work towards Virginia’s General Education Certificate or other college certificate program
Dual Enrollment Vocabulary:Concurrent (choose from already PWCS articulated courses): When students are earning both high school and college credit for a course.
Courses may be taken at the high school, the campus or through online; students may be taking multiple courses using one or two of the options
Permission form is a contract that the school signs indicating they will give high school credit for the college course taken
Contract (set-up for groups/classes):
Classes are taught in the high school combining college and high school course requirements preferably taught by a H.S. teacher with
required credentials for NOVA faculty; NOVA mentor in discipline assigned to work with teacher
NOVA on-line teacher introduces new materials and controls the course content / high school learning coach handles class management and reinforces materials
NOVA adjunct teaches in the high school with learning coach; limited by workload restrictions
Show Me the Money!! Contract DE 15% of NOVA tuition cost
or $23 per credit hour = $759 for freshman year (33 hours)
NOVA in-state rate or $153= $5049 NOVA out-state rate or $350=
$11,550 GMU = $404.50 (In)
$13,365/$1183(Out)= $39,039
Which is the better deal for your money???
Again…..
DUAL ENROLLMENTIs it Right for You?
2014-2015 Battlefield contract DE Opportunities:
ENG 111T/112T: College Composition I and II (6)PLS 211T/212T : US Govrnmnt I and II(6)ITD 110: Web Design (3)/ITD 132 (3)ITD 260: Data Modeling Design (3)ITE 130: Intro Internet Srvces (3)ITN 154 Network Fundamntls I/ITN 155/ITN 157 (4 each)SDV 100: Student Development (1)
Guaranteed Admissions Agreements (GAA)
NOVA has a Guaranteed Admission Agreement (GAA) program available to
all its students who graduate from NOVA and meet the agreement requirements of the college or
university. The program gives you an opportunity to save thousands in
tuition costs. Agreements stand with over 63 VA and DC colleges and
universities.Specific agreements can be found at
nvcc.edu
Will the Courses Transfer to Other Colleges and
Universities? Colleges and universities have specific
policies regarding acceptance of transfer credits
Many credits earned through dual enrollment typically transfer to four-year colleges and universities
Contact the college or university you are considering, to discuss the transferability of dual enrollment courses or talk to a counselor at NOVA for more information
Who is Eligible to Participate and What are the Requirements?
Junior and senior high school students
Must get a satisfactory score on the college placement test or approved alternatives (SAT, ACT, PSAT, SOL’s)
Must complete the appropriate dual enrollment permission form with necessary signatures
Program Benefits
Classes are taught at Battlefield during the school day
Students earn high school and college credit simultaneously
Begin building a college transcript
Application Process1. Discuss your options with parents and/or
counselor; if planning to take college English or Political Science courses, talk with your current teacher about this option
2. Apply to NOVA online using full legal name which will allow you to get a NOVA Student ID number and access to a NOVA email account
3. Obtain a permission form from the counseling office and get all needed signatures
4. Take the college placement test given at Battlefield
5. Register for the dual enrollment course(s) during course selection with your counselor
Is Dual Enrollment Right for Everyone?
Are you prepared for the increased work load of a college class?
Do you have solid time management and self-advocacy skills?
Have you considered all of your options in light of your future plans?
Contact Information
DE Manual: http://
www.nvcc.edu/resources/dualEnrollment