Jumpstart Your Education
CVTC’s dual credit opportunities offer students and families no-cost college courses in convenient locations, helping students explore careers, earn college credit in high school, and jumpstart their goals! There are three different ways to earn dual credit: High School Academies, Start College Now, and Transcripted Credit.
EXPLORE 3 WAYS TO EARN DUAL CREDIT
HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIES
Students take college classes in a career pathway and earn high school and college credit. Courses are reserved for high school students taught by CVTC faculty at their high school, a CVTC host site, or a CVTC campus.
START COLLEGE NOW
High school juniors and seniors can apply to take classes at CVTC that are not offered at their high school. Students can register for a course with other CVTC students if a seat is available at registration.
TRANSCRIPTED CREDIT
Students can earn dual credit by taking CVTC courses offered at their high school and taught by high school instructors. These instructors have met CVTC licensing requirements and worked with CVTC faculty to match the curriculum.
5 REASONS TO EARN DUAL CREDIT
College credits cost, on average, about $600/credit. That adds up quickly! You can lower your college cost by taking college classes and earning college credit in high school.
You can complete up to two years of college credit in high school. Earning credits early can go a long way toward ensuring a bachelor’s degree completion in four years or less.
Many CVTC credits transfer to many universities, including UW-Eau Claire, UW-River Falls, and UW-Stout.
You’ll have access to CVTC services, including Academic Support, Diversity Resources, Technology Support, and Academic Advisors. 84% of students were successful in dual credit courses.
There are 75+ different transcripted credit courses and 15+ high school academies, ensuring a wide range of options for your educational journey.
The healthcare academy not only allowed me to discover my passion for caring for others but also played a significant role in helping me solidify my career path as a Registered Nurse! Beyond personal experiences, it allows students to explore various healthcare careers, helping them decide their true calling and purpose in life. It’s an excellent resource for anyone seeking to uncover their interests and make informed career choices.
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2022-2023 FAST FACTS
6,434
The number of high school students that earned college credit from CVTC while in high school.
26,704
The amount of CVTC college credit awarded to high school students.
$3,830,689
The amount of money families saved on college tuition.
55
The number of school districts that partnered with CVTC to offer dual credit opportunities.
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