Frequently Asked Questions, Dual 2 Degree Early College Program

• Enriches course opportunities and academic rigor for high school students
• Dual Enrollment students are more likely to complete a college degree
• Dual Enrollment students typically have a higher college GPA
• Shortens the time to attain a college degree
• Saves students and parents’ money, since WSCC’s tuition is less expensive than most universities
• Provides students with college credit that is transferable
• Grades earned through dual enrollment will become part of a student’s permanent high school record and collegiate transcripts

• Be in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade in high school
• Have a cumulative unweighted high school grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
• Have written approval from the high school (completed Dual Enrollment forms)
• Possible college placement test, where minimum placement is required, specifically for college-level English and math courses.

• Continuous Eligibility: Students who meet the criteria for initial admission to a Dual Enrollment for Dual Credit Program, as specified in the ACCS procedure for Dual Enrollment for Dual Credit for High School Students, Section 2, will remain in continuous eligibility if a grade of “C” or better in all attempted college courses is earned. A grade of “D” or lower or withdrawal from a course will result in a one-term suspension, which may not be served during the summer term. This suspension could affect a student’s future financial aid status, as well as their high school credits and GPA, as all grades earned in dual enrollment courses will appear on their permanent high school and college transcripts. The student may not re-enroll until the suspension has been served. For re-entry, the student must reapply, meet the minimum (unweighted) grade point average, and receive director approval. Students re-entering will be responsible for repeated courses and all tuition, fees, books, materials, and supplies costs.

The first step to participate in any dual enrollment program is to apply for Admissions to Wallace State. You can begin that process by clicking the link found here: Apply Now

Tuition charges are calculated by credit hour, and most courses are usually 3 to 4 credit hours each. Students may review the tuition charges as outlined in the Current Course Schedule which can be found on the WSCC website at: Tuition and Fees

Traditional financial aid is unavailable to students enrolled under the Dual 2 Degree Program. Federal government regulations require students to have a high school diploma or GED to qualify for financial aid. Funding is determined on a year-to-year basis. Contact Dual 2 Degree staff with questions regarding funding.

Students complete the Dual Enrollment Agreement Form and return it to their high school counselor. Students applying for the Career Academy or Transfer Academy programs will also submit the appropriate application to their high school counselor. The Dual Enrollment Office will then use these forms to register students in courses. Dual Enrollment students cannot register for or drop themselves from courses and must go through a Dual Enrollment representative to do so.

Any college-level courses in English, foreign languages, mathematics, science, or social science; any career/technical courses; or any other courses agreed upon by the school system and the college are open to eligible students. Students must meet the course prerequisites prior to enrollment. This program does not include physical education courses or any courses taken on an audit basis. 

Prerequisites may be met by completion of the Accuplacer and/or minimum levels on the ACT or SAT in English and Mathematics. Contact the Placement Office in order to schedule a test or for more information at: Placement Testing

Wallace State Community College is fully accredited by the Southern Associated of Colleges and Schools; therefore, most all of our courses will transfer to other schools or four-year institutions. However, to determine the transferability of courses that may be taken, visit the Alabama Transfers page for more information at https://alabamatransfers.com/

WSCC Hanceville and Oneonta Campuses offer dual enrollment courses. Students should refer to the college’s current course schedule and consult with Dual 2 Degree staff for information on course dates, times, and locations. WSCC also has course offerings at selected high schools in the area. Students must discuss all options with their high school counselor before proceeding. Online classes are an option in some cases.

After final grades are posted, a grade report will be sent to the student’s high school counselor/designee for the course(s) taken.