What is Dual Enrollment (DE)? Dual enrollment, also referred to as dual credit, allows current high school students to take college- level classes that will count for both high school and college credit. To earn college credit, students must pass a dual enrollment class with a C or better. The grade earned will become part of the student’s college academic record. How can I earn College Credit in High School? PUHSD partners with Sierra College for our students to earn college credits while still in high school. Typically, PUHSD teachers qualified to instruct these courses do so on our campuses during the regular school day. We do, however, have some courses taught by Sierra College instructors on our campuses or online. How will this benefit me? Taking college classes in high school can save you time and money, and it helps prepare you for college. Plus, if you decide to attend a two-year California Community College following graduation from high school, earning college credit now will not affect your eligibility for the Two Years Free Program. How does this save me money and time? In college, each class has a "unit or credit" amount based on the hours of instruction per week. Most classes are equivalent to 3 or 4 units/credits. Each unit/credit has a monetary value at the college. For an example, Sierra College charges $46 per unit, so a 3 unit class would cost $138. Public 4-year in-state universities charge $271 per unit, so a 3 unit class would cost $813. Out of state 4-year public institutions typically charge students $879/unit x 3 = $2637!!! You can see how it can add up. Taking these dual enrollment classes in high school is free and includes books. The time savings comes from having already taken courses which are now on your college transcript. Are all units/credits transferable to community colleges and universities? The credits earned through dual enrollment will be exactly the same as credits earned at Sierra College. Therefore, any college that accepts Sierra College credits, also accepts dual enrollment credits. That being said, students should still research the colleges/universities they are applying for to see if the dual enrollment class from Sierra College is accepted as transferable credit. Where can I learn more about these opportunities? This FAQ flier has a lot of information for you to learn more about dual enrollment and where to go for additional guidance. Note: Each of our sites have College/Career Center Specialists in the Counseling Department that put in countless hours assisting our students with the dual enrollment process and are a wealth of information. Thank You to our teaching staff, who have obtained a Master's Degree enabling them to teach these courses, and our dedicated College/Career Specialists, who work tirelessly to enroll students!!! Our students are thriving because of you all!!! PUHSD Proud!
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