
Students have the opportunity to enroll in college courses while in high school. This program is called dual enrollment. Students typically begin dual enrollment coursework in their junior or senior year. Students who are dually enrolled may pursue academic or career-ready courses. Depending on the dual enrollment option chosen, eligible students may enroll either part-time or full-time in approved courses. Any student who wishes to be dually enrolled must schedule a conference with his or her counselor for details regarding the requirements and benefits of various options for dual enrollment.
Student and parent participation in an advisement session with a school official is a requirement for any dual enrollment program.
If the post-secondary institution awards a numerical grade, that grade will be recorded on the transcript. If the postsecondary institution awards letter grades, the letter grades will be recorded on the transcript as follows:
A = 99 B = 89 C = 79 D = 70 F = 69
Credit will only be given if the post secondary institution awards credit.
Course Options: Where Can My Student Dual Enroll?
ON-SITE AT HIGH SCHOOLS
Dual Enrollment Courses offered on site at each of our high schools based on enrollment numbers:
| ECCA | Georgia Southern University & Savannah Technical College |
| ECHS | Point University & Savannah Technical College |
| SEHS | Point University & Savannah Technical College |
OFF-SITE AT COLLEGES
Students may dual enroll with any participating post-secondary institution in Georgia; however, ECSD works closely with the following institutions:
Students may dual enroll with any participating post-secondary institution in Georgia; however, ECSD works closely with the following institutions:
• Georgia Southern University
• East Georgia State College
• Savannah Technical College
• Point University
• Ogeechee Technical College
• Savannah State University
• East Georgia State College
• Savannah Technical College
• Point University
• Ogeechee Technical College
• Savannah State University
DUAL ENROLLMENT FUNDING
Georgia’s Dual Enrollment program provides funding for standard tuition, mandatory fees, and required books for all eligible Georgia high school students.
Dual Enrollment Accelerated Career Diploma (ACD) Option
The Dual Enrollment Accelerated Career Diploma (ACD) is designed as an alternative path to graduation. Students must complete nine specific high school courses and earn a career-oriented postsecondary credential.
ACD Diploma Requirements (High School Credits)
| Subject Area | Number of Credits | Specific Course Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| English/Language Arts | 2 | Honors Lit & Comp II with EOC + additional ELA Course |
| Mathematics | 2 | Algebra with EOC + additional Math course |
| Science | 2 | Biology with EOC + additional Science course |
| Social Studies | 2 | Two Core Social Studies Courses |
| Health & Personal Fitness | 1 |
Health
(.5 credit) & Personal Fitness
(.5 credit)
or JROTC I, II, & III
|
Post-Secondary Credential Options
Any Associate Degree, Any Technical College Diploma, or 2 Technical College Certificates in an approved field of study