Dual enrollment is an college credit acceleration opportunity that allows students to pursue an advanced curriculum relevant to their individual postsecondary interests.
According to the U.S. Department of Education, college credit earned prior to high school graduation reduces the average time-to-degree and increases the likelihood of graduation for the students who participate in these programs. There is great potential to further engage and motivate students to take academically rigorous courses that capture their interests. There is also evidence that dual enrollment increases academic performance and educational attainment.
To discover more information about Dual Enrollment at Valencia College, UCF, or the Orange County Technical Centers please go to their respective tabs on this site. Although each program has requirements that are specific to them individually, it is expected that students in both programs show academic readiness, social maturity, and motivation.