Dual Credit
What is dual credit at SOHS?
- An opportunity open to eligible students who hope to earn college credit hours during their high school schedule by taking specifically offered courses through JCTC, MSU, or EKU. These classes are taught by SOHS teachers. We also offer the option for online/asynchronous courses to be taken by juniors and seniors. These courses are taught by the faculty at the corresponding college in which the course is offered.
- These college credits will be awarded upon successful completion of courses and reflected on JCTC, MSU, or EKU transcripts. The SOHS high school transcripts will reflect the dual credit weighted course completed as well.
How is dual credit different from advanced placement?
- Dual Credit classes allow high school students to begin undergraduate college classes for credit. As long as the student passes the class, they receive credit for that class. These classes are offered through specific colleges, such as MSU, EKU, or JCTC.
- AP (Advanced Placement) classes are high school courses with college-level curriculum and exams created by the College Board. While these classes will count for high school credit, they will not always count for college credit. Typically, students must pass the AP test with a score of 3, 4, or 5 to earn college credit, but that varies from college to college.
Why participate?
- You can earn college credits.
- You get reduced tuition rates from JCTC/MSU/EKU and/or you can use your KHEAA dual credit scholarships.
- You learn the blackboard system (submit assignments, communicate with professors, monitor grades) that you will use on a college campus.
- You gain exposure to college level courses while still in high school and have the support of your SOHS community and parents/guardians.
How do these courses impact my grades and transcripts?
- Grades earned in these courses will be reflected on your high school AND college transcripts.
- All grades will stand on your college transcripts. Colleges do not offer “credit recovery.”
- These are weighted grades on your high school transcript, so successful completion has a positive effect on your GPA.
How much will these courses cost?
- These courses do have tuition and fees associated with them that are billed through the colleges (JCTC, MSU, EKU) but we can help you navigate the process. Note, these bills are sent to the student directly from the college’s bursar office, as they are the ones enrolled in the courses. SOHS does not handle any of the billing, as we do not charge for these courses.
- The exact cost will depend on how many dual credit classes you take compared to how many dual credit and work ready scholarships you use (see examples below)
- You are eligible for 1 dual credit and 2 work ready scholarships each year for eligible courses though KHEAA (note: not all courses are work ready)
- The colleges offer discounted tuition rates for dual credit students. For example, JCTC offers a discounted tuition rate of 50% for dual credit students.
Eastern Kentucky University
Questions: Kelly Miller, kelly.miller@oldham.kyschools.us
Overview
EKU Dual Credit is a dual-enrollment program for eligible high school juniors and seniors that offers the opportunity to take college-level courses for high school credit and college credit. EKU offers a variety of general education courses, career pathway courses, and required courses for a student’s future major.
For more information, visit EKU’s website
Enrollment Requirements
- Junior or Senior
- Unweighted 2.5 GPA
- ACT/SAT scores may be required for certain Math and Science courses
Online/Asynchronous Options
- See Doc
Application/Registration
- Talk to your school counselor about course options
- Set up your EKU account. After being admitted, you will receive your login information to the email address you used to apply.
- Apply for admissions, be sure to choose the undergraduate – dual credit application.
- Complete the dual credit orientation (a link will be sent to you after being admitted).
- Verify with Ms. Miller that you are enrolled in your course(s).
Transcripts
- Request and send transcripts AFTER you have completed all courses through EKU (make sure final grades are posted)
- EKU charges a fee to send transcripts
- Will need EKU student ID number
- Refer to this guide for more information about transcript process
Jefferson Community and Technical College
Questions: Alex Engle, alexandria.engle@oldham.kyschools.us
Overview
In KCTCS dual-credit programs, you earn credit that goes toward your high school requirements; and at the same time, you also earn college credit.
For more information, visit JCTC’s website
Enrollment Requirements
- Open to students grades 9th through 12th
- GPA and/or ACT/SAT score requirements are course specific (must meet SOHS and JCTC requirements)
SOHS In-Person Options
- ACC 201, ACC 202, BAS 160, ECO 201, ECO 202
- CRJ 100, CRJ 216, CRJ 217, CRJ 202, CRJ 230
- ENC 096, ENG 101, HIS 109
- HUM 120, MAT 061, MAT 150
- WLD 110/111, WLD 120/121, WLD 130/131
- WLD 140/141, WLD 170/171, WLD 123, WLD 133
Online/Asynchronous Options
- COM 181 & PHY 151/BIO 112 (Early College)
- BIO 137, 150/151, COM 252, ENG 102, MAT 146, MAT 175, POL 101, PSY 110…..and so many more!
Application/Registration
- Talk to your school counselor about course options
- Create your DualEnroll account at jefferson.kctcs.dualenroll.com/login
- You must add your SSN
- Primary campus is Carrollton
- HS graduation month is always May of the year you will graduate
- Counselor is Alexandria Engle
- Complete all steps, including parental consent
- Register for courses on DualEnroll
- Check with Ms. Engle to make sure you select the correct course/section
- Set up your KCTCS account (gives you access to your college email, Blackboard, online courses, etc)
- Complete the dual credit orientation
- Verify with Ms. Engle that you are enrolled in your course(s).
Transcripts
jefferson.kctcs.edu/current-students/academic-resources/records-office/transcript-request.aspx
- Request and send transcripts AFTER you have completed all courses through JCTC (make sure final grades are posted)
- JCTC charges a fee to send transcripts
- Will need KCTCS number (student ID)
Morehead State University
Questions: Alex Engle, alexandria.engle@oldham.kyschools.us
Overview
Through MSU’s Eagle Scholars Program, high school students can take college courses that count toward both high school graduation and a college degree.
For more information, please visit MSU’s website,
Enrollment Requirements
- 3.0 GPA
- Some courses have specific ACT/SAT score requirements (must meet SOHS and MSU requirements)
SOHS In-Person Options
- CRIM 210
- ENG 100, ENG 200
- SPA 101, SPA 102
Application/Registration
- Talk to your school counselor about course options
- Complete Eagle Scholar Application moreheadstate.edu/admissions/howtoapply/
- Apply online -- create account under sign in
- HS underclassman, Undergraduate Non-Degree
- Eagle Scholar Program
- Check your email for confirmation that your application was submitted
- Set up/Activate your MSU account moreheadstate.edu/about-msu/leadership/administration/technology/account-info/activate-account
- Check your email for your username (Eagle ID) and initial password
- Verify with Ms. Engle that you are enrolled in your course(s).
Transcripts
moreheadstate.edu/academics/academic-affairs/registrar/transcripts
- Request and send transcripts AFTER you have completed all courses through MSU (make sure final grades are posted)
- MSU charges a fee to send transcripts
- Will need "M" number (student ID)
HSV at University of Louisville (full-time)
Questions: Alex Engle, alexandria.engle@oldham.kyschools.us or
Kelly Miller, kelly.miller@oldham.kyschools.us
Overview
The High School Visitor Program is open to students who want to attend UofL full-time on-campus classes during their senior year.
For more information, review the current presentation, which outlines the requirements and timeline.
- Interest Form and Application opens in January
- Applications are due by March
- Acceptance status notified by April
Transcripts
student.louisville.edu/registrar/transcripts-records
- Request and send transcripts AFTER you have completed all courses through University of Louisville (make sure final grades are posted)
- UofL charges a fee to send transcripts
- Will need UofL student ID number
Galen College of Nursing
Overview
The Career-Ready Senior Nursing Experience through Galen’s Career-Ready Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program offers high school seniors the opportunity to begin their nursing education while completing their senior year. The goal is for students to graduate from high school and then continue seamlessly toward completing their ADN with Galen by December of the year they graduate.
For more information, visit their website
Transcripts
galencollege.edu/get-started/admissions/how-to-apply/transcripts
- Request and send transcripts AFTER you have completed all courses through Galen (make sure final grades are posted)
- Galen charges a fee to send transcripts
- Will need Galen student ID number
JCTC (full-time)
Students interested in attending JCTC full-time during their senior year, can create a plan with their SOHS counselor.
Requirements
- 3.0 GPA
- Enrolled in 3 or more dual credit courses per semester
- Complete graduation requirements/credits
Other Dual Credit Options
- Juniors or Seniors wanting to take additional courses not listed above, please speak to your school counselor and Ms. Engle