Dual Credit

FAQs

Q: How much are dual credit courses going to cost?

A: Tuition is waived for all dual credit students for the first two courses each semester. Additional tuition and general fees will vary depending on whether the student lives within the TVCC Taxation district. There may be additional fees including but not limited to internet, lab and Inclusive Access depending on the courses taken. Go to Dual Credit Enrollment Costs schedule to view specific costs.

Q: When should I apply to begin as soon as possible?

A: Dual Credit students can apply to attend TVCC at any time. Students should consult with their high school counselors to find out the application timelines utilized by their schools. Dual Credit does not accept applications for new students within the final 2 weeks of enrollment for any semester. 

Q: When and where are classes offered?

A: TVCC Dual Credit students can take classes during any semester as long as the courses are approved by their high school counselors. TVCC offers many classes on the high school campuses but students can also attend classes on any TVCC campus and can take online classes. 

Q: What classes can I take as a dual credit student?

A: Each school district determines what college credit courses they will use as dual credit and how they will satisfy high school graduation requirements. However, TVCC allows dual credit courses to include TVCC Core, Workforce Education courses, and foreign language courses. It is important to check with your high school counselor for the most current list of courses. It is important to check with your high school counselor for the classes approved for dual credit by your school.

Q: Are certain courses off limits to me?

A: You may take any college credit course with the TVCC Core, Workforce Education courses, and/or foreign language courses, if you meet the course prerequisites and have reviewed your course options with your high school counselor. Freshman and Sophomores should see the Approved Coursework for High School Freshman and Sophomores. 

Q: Are there online classes I can take?

A: Dual Credit students may take online courses, but it is important to understand that these courses maintain the same high standards as a classroom course and require significant self-discipline and time management.

Q: Will TVCC contact me to verify that I am enrolled in a class?

A: No, you will not receive an email or phone call to verify that you have enrolled. You can check your schedule through your MyCardinalConnect account.

Q: Can I make changes to my schedule?

A: If you have already registered for a semester and wish to make a change to that schedule, you can fill out a form with your high school counselor. The counselor will submit the schedule change form to the dual credit department. High school students may not enroll or drop themselves from dual credit classes. All high school enrollment must go through the high school counselor.

Q: What if the class I wanted is full?

A: Many of the TVCC courses fill quickly, so it is important to have a back-up plan. Discuss options for alternate courses with your counselor or make sure that you have several options for times and locations of the class you want.

Remember: you can take classes at any TVCC campus or center.

Q: How can I get my textbook list?

A: Students are responsible for the purchase of their textbooks and/or access codes. It is the student's responsibility to go the bookstore website to determine what books and/or access codes are required for their courses; there are instructions available for how to do so. Students may also physically go to one of the bookstore locations, call the bookstore for information, or look at the online course syllabus to determine required materials for the course.

Q: I am finishing up my last semester/school year as a dual-credit student. When will I be able to register?

A: Dual Credit students who are transitioning to regular college students with TVCC after high school will not be permitted to self-register. Make an appointment with a TVCC advisor to complete your first registration as a non-Dual Credit student.