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Dual Enrollment

What is Dual Enrollment?

Dual Enrollment is an acceleration mechanism that allows students to take advanced coursework aligned with their individual college and career goals.

 

🔗 Explore Dual Enrollment Options! 🔗

Click the link below to discover dual enrollment opportunities through:

🎓 University of Central Florida

🐊 University of Florida

🌴 Valencia College

 

👉 Celebration Dual Enrollment -Apply HERE!

👉 School District of Osceola County Dual Enrollment Program Information

 

 

Have Questions?
Please contact our Dual Enrollment Counselor, Kirsten Ritter, or check out Dual Enrollment Eligibility Requirements for GPA and Testing.

 

 

  • All students must have an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher to be eligible for dual enrollment.
    Exception: Seniors in their spring semester may qualify with a weighted GPA of 3.0.

  • Students must meet minimum scores on either the PERT, SAT, or ACT for Math, Reading, and Writing. Any combination of the following scores is acceptable:

     

    ➗ Math:

    PERT: 114 or higher (students who score a 123 or higher can take College Algebra and skip Intermediate Algebra)

    SAT: 480 or higher (students who score a 530 or higher can take College Algebra and skip Intermediate Algebra)

    ACT: 19 or higher (students who score a 21 or higher can take College Algebra and skip Intermediate Algebra)

     

    📖 Reading:

    PERT: 106 or higher

    SAT: 490 (Reading/Writing) or higher

    ACT: 19 or higher

     

    ✍️ Writing/English:

    PERT: 103 or higher

    SAT: 490 (Reading/Writing) or higher

    ACT: 17 or higher

     

    **Please note students must have qualifying scores and a completed application one semester prior to the start of a dual enrollment semester. For example, students who want to take a dual enrollment course in the Fall must have qualifying scores and a completed application prior to the Fall Semester. Students wanting to take a dual enrollment course in the Spring must have qualifying scores and a completed application prior to the Spring Semester. 

Still want a little more information?

We got you! Take a look at some of the fast facts below, and why student support is key in being a successful dual enrollment student. 

  • 🎓 Over 60,000 students in Florida participate in dual enrollment each year — and the number is growing!
    📉 According to the U.S. Department of Education, earning college credit before high school graduation:

    • ⏱️ Reduces time-to-degree
    • 🎯 Increases graduation rates
    • 📈 Boosts academic performance and long-term success

    🧭 As career planning becomes a greater priority, students are encouraged to choose courses that align with their postsecondary interests and future goals.

  • ✅ Dual enrollment decisions should be based on each student’s individual academic needs.
    🔎 Students should be closely monitored for progress and success.
    💬 School counselors play a vital role by:

    • Sharing accurate info with students and parents
    • Promoting the benefits of dual enrollment
    • Building strong relationships with college advisors and peers