Dual Enrollment

Cleveland State dual enrollment classes are taught by college-qualified faculty. College credit and possible high school credit is awarded when you successfully complete the course. College credit earned through dual enrollment typically transfers to other institutions of higher education. A dual enrollment class may be taken in various ways. You can register to take a dual enrollment class on CSCC’s campus, at your high school or through an online/video course delivery. If you take a dual enrollment course, you’re responsible for paying CSCC course tuition, the Dual Enrollment Access Fee required by TBR, and required book/material fees. As a dual enrollment student, you may qualify for financial assistance through the Dual Enrollment Grant. For more information, visit collegefortn.org/dualenrollment/.

Criteria for Dual Enrollment Eligibility

To participate in the dual enrollment program, you must be cleared by your high school or homeschool guidance office and meet Cleveland State’s dual student admission requirements.

Requirements are as follows:

Criteria for General Education Dual Enrollment

• Classified as a freshmen, sophomore, junior or senior.
• Have a cumulative 3.0 high school GPA (based on a 4-point scale). Special approval may be considered for students with a GPA below 3.0, provided approval is obtained from your high school or homeschool administrator.
• Meet one of the following placement indicators.
  • An ACT sub-test score of 18 or higher in English, 19 or higher in
    Math and Reading in the subject you wish to take. Comparable SAT
    scores are accepted.
  • ACCUPLACER Test – This is a non-timed test to qualify you in your
    specific class depending on subject area. Study tips can be found
    on the Accuplacer website. To get started, schedule an appointment
    to take the ACCUPLACER test. (Students are only allowed to take
    the Accuplacer once per semester).
  • High School GPA of 3.6 or higher.

Criteria for Business/Technical Dual Enrollment

• Classified as a freshmen, sophomore, junior or senior.
• Have a minimum 2.5 high school GPA (based on a 4-point scale).
• Meet one of the following placement indicators (shown above).
• Written permission from high school counselor or instructor stating
  their belief you will be successful in the course.

For more information about Cleveland State’s Dual Enrollment Program, call
423-614-8734 or email the Dual Enrollment Office.