Dual Enrollment
The Warren County School District has partnered with the following colleges and universities to offer college credits to area high school students through the Dual Enrollment Initiative.
What is Dual Enrollment?
Dual Enrollment provides an opportunity for students to take college courses while still in high school. The courses count for both high school graduation credit and college credit and are typically offered at a discount which helps students reduce their future college course loads and tuition costs!
What is the Expected Course Schedule?
The courses and course schedules differ based upon the institution in which a student enrolls. Course selections are subject to change each semester. Follow the link for each institution above and speak with your guidance counselor for more information, including current course offerings and enrollment period.
Harrisburg University
Harrisburg University offers high school students the opportunity to take dual enrollment courses within the WCSD STEM Academy located at the Warren County Career Center. The student must be a high school sophomore, junior or senior. Student eligibility is determined by the WCSD and the student must demonstrate readiness for college-level coursework in the intended subject are of study, as determined by the University. In order to remain in the program the student must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.70 or higher.
Students interested in taking Harrisburg courses through the STEM Academy must speak with their school counselor prior to applying for dual enrollment. To see a list of courses, please click on the document below.
Jamestown Community College
Jamestown Community College Pre-college Enrollment Program (PEP)
The Pre-college Enrollment Program at Jamestown Community College is open to high school students 15 years and older. Students may choose from any course offered in the JCC course schedule for the current semester, however they must meet any course requirements or prerequisites, which vary by course. Students must fill out the PEP application at least one week prior to the start of classes, however it is recommended that students submit the application well in advance as class seats may fill fast.
Pennsylvania residents pay the out-of-state tuition rate, plus fees which vary depending on the course. The PEP grant will cover half the cost of tuition, up to a maximum of $500 per term. More information, including a list of tuition and fee costs, courses offered, and the application can be found at www.sunyjcc.edu/PEP.
Mercyhurst University
Mercyhurst University offers high school students the opportunity to take dual enrollment courses online throughout the fall and spring semesters. Eligible high school students of the WCSD must complete the University Accelerated Scholars application which includes submitting an admissions application and submitting a copy of their high school transcript. Applicants to the University must meet the admissions requirements of the University as well as program requirements. The student must be a high school junior or senior. The student must have a high school cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least a 3.5 and demonstrate readiness for college-level coursework.
Student tuition shall be $2363.00 (17 monthly payments of $139.00) for 15-17 academic credits and textbook rentals for students enrolled through the Accelerated Scholars program. Any additional dual enrollment courses enrolled in outside of the Accelerated Scholars program will be charged a tuition rate of $300.00 per 3 credit course (approximately $100 per credit.) excluding textbook charges.
Students interested in taking Mercyhurst courses must speak with their school counselor prior to applying for dual enrollment. To see a list of courses, please click on the document below.
Penn-West University
PennWest’s dual enrollment provides high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take college classes while still in high school. (Note: Sophomore student eligibility is on a conditional basis determined by PennWest Admissions.) These college credits may also count towards your high school graduation requirements as well as be posted on your future university academic transcript.
Dual enrollment is available during the fall, spring, and summer sessions. Students are allowed to take one class per term. More classes per term are allowed only at the discretion of PennWest’s Provost. All courses are taught by qualified PennWest faculty.
On campus or online, you choose
You can register for a class through Global Online or at one of PennWest’s three campus locations: California, Clarion, or Edinboro. However, on-campus courses are only available to high school students on a case-by-case basis and with the permission of the instructor and provost. Contact our admissions office to learn more about current class availability.
Contact Ayla Stopko @ stopko_a@pennwest.edu
Eligibility for dual enrollment
Students will need to have a cumulative 3.0 high school GPA or higher and supply their high school transcript as well as an application to PennWest before being admitted to the dual enrollment program. A parental consent form and financial terms and conditions form will be needed prior to registration. Be sure to select “Dual Enrollment” as your student type in the application. https://adm.pennwest.edu/apply/
What is dual enrollment?
Dual enrollment provides you the opportunity to take college courses while still in high school. The college credits may count towards high school credits and may also apply to your university academic transcript. Dual enrollment is available in the fall, spring, and summer sessions and is taught by PennWest faculty.
What classes are offered?
A variety of courses are available on our three campuses as well as 100% online through PennWest Global Online programs. The courses at PennWest California, PennWest Clarion, or PennWest Edinboro may vary, and permission from the instructor and provost may be required. Please work with the Admissions office to determine availability.
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (Juniors and Seniors)
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) classes can be taken outside of normal school hours at convenient NPRC locations. Eligible high school juniors and seniors with a 2.5 or higher GPA can take dual enrollment (Early Entry) classes at NPRC to earn college credits. Each 3-credit class is $180.
Students interested in taking NPRC courses must speak with their school counselor prior to applying for dual enrollment. To see a list of courses, please click on the document below.
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (Juniors and Seniors)
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford College in High School Program
Pitt-Bradford College in the High School courses are taught by certified high school teachers in the Warren County School District who have a master’s degree or the master’s equivalency and have been certified as adjunct faculty members by the university. High school teachers work throughout the year with Pitt-Bradford faculty member liaisons, whether it is course-specific or about student achievement in general.
The high school teachers give grades for the courses, which are based on assignments, quizzes and tests determined by both faculty members, and also by a final exam that is provided by the university.
If students choose to enroll at Pitt-Bradford as a freshman, the credits from the College in the High School (CHS) courses are automatically applied toward the General Education requirements. If students choose to attend a different university, most CHS courses are accepted at other institutions, but it will depend on that school’s policies and the major.
Tuition is $125 per course. For eligibility, students should check with the high school counselor.
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford College in High School Program
University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh College in High School Program
A University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh course is integrated into a specific EMHS course taught by a district staff member. Students will have the option of taking the courses as either just a high school class or also as a dual enrollment class.
Student eligibility to take these courses, as well as tuition rates can be discussed with the school counselor. Click here to see the course that is offered.
University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh College in High School Program
Who do I contact for more information?
Students are encouraged to speak with their school counselors and/or building principals regarding Dual Enrollment and whether it is a good fit for them. Parents may call or email counselors and/or principals as well, or they may contact Mrs Elizabeth Kent, Supervisor of Secondary Education, at (814) 723-6900.
Together we will work to provide you with the answers you need to decide on whether or not you wish to take advantage of this great opportunity!