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Dual Enrollment/Accelerated Program
Dual Enrollment Program
The Dual Enrollment program allows high school students to take college
courses and receive both high school and college credit. This program is
available to students who attend a public high school or a private high
school that is accredited by SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools). This program is only available to school systems that have entered
into Dual Enrollment contract agreement with Jefferson State Community
College.
Accelerated Program
The Accelerated program is available to high school students who attend a
private school that is not accredited by SACS and to students who are
home-schooled. This program awards college credit only.
For more information contact Rodney Thompson (205) 856-7914
rthompsn@jeffstateonline.com.
Eligibility
To be eligible for dual enrollment each student must meet the following
criteria:
- Meet the entrance requirements established by JSCC; Have a 'B”
average in completed high school courses
- Have written approval of the appropriate principal and the
superintendent (via signatures on the application
- Be in grades 10, 11 or 12; Students must re-apply every semester
(High school students can not apply online)
- The application must be complete (including signatures) before the
student will be allowed to register
Courses Available
Any college level course in English, foreign languages, mathematics,
science, or social science; any occupational/technical courses; or any
courses agreed upon by the school system and the college. Students are
strongly encouraged to select courses on the STARS guide as these are
guaranteed to transfer to any public school in the state of Alabama.
Students must meet the course prerequisites prior to enrollment in any of
these courses. Students may not enroll in developmental courses (college
courses below the 100 level), physical education courses, nor may they
enroll in any course on an audit basis under the Dual Enrollment program.
Dual Enrollment students must meet prerequisite requirements for any
course. Prerequisites may be met by completion of the placement test and/or
minimum levels on the ACT in English and Mathematics. When contacting
Jefferson State, you must identify yourself as a high school student in
order to receive the correct information.
Application Process
Eligible students may pick up a Dual Enrollment application from their
high school guidance counselor or the Office of Enrollment Services at the
Jefferson, Shelby-Hoover Campuses or the St. Clair Site. Students should
complete the college application and return completed forms along with any
necessary proof of prerequisites to Office of Enrollment Services.
Registration Process
Students in the Dual Enrollment program may take their coursework at any
of Jefferson State's locations. Students should consult the class schedule
or the academic advising centers for information on the dates, times, and
locations of courses.
Jefferson State also offers Dual Enrollment courses at selected high
school sites.
The registration date for students taking classes on his/her high school
campus are determined by the high school and Jefferson State. See your
guidance counselor for details.
Dates
In an attempt to consolidate questions, processing of applications and
registration of Dual Enrollment students, Jefferson State will be holding
registration on campus. All students must attend, and those who cannot
attend will need to contact me for an appointment. In order to register the
student will need a completed application (including signatures), copy of
ACT scores (if applicable) and tuition.
Registration dates are as follows:
Jefferson Campus
Monday, August 2 (1:00pm – 4:00pm)
Allen Library Building
Advising Center
Clanton Campus
Tuesday, August 3 (1:00pm – 4:00pm)
Advising Center
Pell City Campus
Wednesday, August 4 (1:00pm – 4:00pm)
Advising Center
Shelby-Hoover Campus
Wednesday, August 5 (1:00pm – 4:00pm)
Health Sciences Building
Advising Center
Cost
Costs for courses are dependent upon the course credit hours. Most courses
at Jefferson State are 3-4 semester hours. Click here for the current
tuition & fee schedule. Cost may differ for students taking classes on the
high school campus. Payment is due at time of registration.
Financial aid is not available for high school students. Those families who
participate in the PACT program may use these funds to pay for Dual
Enrollment courses.
Additional Information
If you have questions about the program please contact the following.
Your high school guidance counselor or principal first.
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