Also known as the Postsecondary Options Act, gives high school students in public schools or state-approved non-public schools the opportunity to enroll in college courses while attending high school. When all criteria identified by the state are met, the student’s college tuition, applicable fees, and textbook costs may be paid by the school district.
Dual Enrollment Guidelines:
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Students may take a maximum of 10 Dual Enrollment classes during their high school years.
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Limited to core classes, non elective. No religious, craft/hobby, phys. ed or remedial courses may be taken as Dual Enrollment.
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Parents are responsible for all costs of the class if the student fails or doesn’t complete the class.
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Tuition and fees are billed directly to the district. Anything above the budgeted amount is the parent’s responsibility.
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Each participating college has its own forms and guidelines; follow the links for more information.
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Students must be enrolled in one concurrent class in the Partnership.
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Student must complete all applicable forms and meet with the College and Career Services Coordinator at their college of choice. Contact Kerrie Bass, TR Partnership Coordinator, at 269-279-9581 x37105 to set this up.
Though a total of 10 Dual Enrollment Classes are allowed during a student’s High School career, there are guidelines based on grade level of the student entering the program.
- 9th Grade – Limited to 2 classes 9th grade year, 2 classes 10th grade year, 2 classes 11th grade year and 4 classes 12th grade year.
- 10th Grade – Limited to 2 classes 10th grade year, 4 classes 11th grade year and 4 classes 12th grade year.
- 11th or 12 Grade – Limited to not more the 6 courses during either of those years but not to exceed a total of 10.
- All students must agree to the Dual Enrollment Student/Parent Contract (see below).
Dual Enrollment Student/Parent Contract English
Dual Enrollment Student/Parent Contract Spanish
For additional information about dual enrollment guidelines for specific schools, follow the links below. To set up a meeting with the College and Career Services Coordinator, contact Kerrie Bass, TR Partnership Coordinator, at 269-279-9581 x37105
If you don’t see the Michigan college you are looking for, please inquire about adding it.
Grand Rapids Community College
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