{"id":656,"date":"2025-03-05T14:16:28","date_gmt":"2025-03-05T20:16:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/?page_id=656"},"modified":"2026-02-27T14:45:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T20:45:44","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\"><strong>General Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is the difference between dual enrollment and dual credit?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dual Enrollment: Students take college courses while in high school and earn only college credit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dual Credit: Students take college courses that count for both high school and college credit, depending on approval from their high school.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who is eligible for dual enrollment\/dual credit at The W?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High school juniors and seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students must have taken the ACT\/SAT at least once and earned a minimum ACT composite score of 16. <br>The placement score options for College Algebra\/Statistics and English Comp I are as follows:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Math &#8211; ACT:19+, Accuplacer: 253+, Essentials for College Math (HS course): 80+<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>English Comp I &#8211; ACT:17+, Accuplacer: 258+, Essentials for College Literacy (HS course): 80+<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Younger students may be eligible if they have a 3.0 GPA and a 30+ ACT score.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How many courses can a student take per term?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>While there is no strict limit, it is recommended to take no more than 12 credit hours per semester to maintain a manageable workload.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Can I use these courses toward high school graduation?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yes, with the approval of your high school, dual credit courses can count toward both high school graduation requirements and college credit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\"><strong>Course Offerings &amp; Transferability<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What courses can I take?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Common options include English Composition, College Algebra, History, and Science.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/highschool-directory\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find My High School<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/matttransfertool.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit the MS Articulation &amp; Transfer Tool<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Where are courses offered?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On The W\u2019s campus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At partnership high schools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"7\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will Dual Enrollment courses transfer to other colleges and universities?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most courses transfer without issue, but students should check with their intended college to ensure transferability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/registrar\/students\/transfer\/otherinstitutions\/mscc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mississippi Transfer Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/registrar\/students\/transfer\/otherinstitutions\/alcc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alabama Transfer Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"8\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Can out-of-state students enroll in dual enrollment or dual credit?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yes! The W welcomes dual enrollment students from out of state.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dual credit availability depends on whether the student\u2019s high school approves the course for both high school and college credit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\"><strong>Costs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"9\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How much does dual enrollment cost?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/highschool-directory\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Costs vary based on the courses and partnership pathways. View the dual enrollment billing page for information.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"10\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One of my parents is a state employee or works at The W. Will I receive an additional discount for my Dual Enrollment class?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The cost of Dual Enrollment courses has already been significantly discounted; therefore, additional discounts typically do not apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\"><strong>Application &amp; Enrollment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"11\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How do I apply for dual enrollment at The W?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Speak with your high school counselor about eligibility or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/how-to-apply\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/how-to-apply\/\">view this page for more application information<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"12\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What will I need to enroll? <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provide ACT\/SAT scores and transcripts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide a family consent form for FERPA. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obtain a written recommendation from a principal or counselor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"13\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is the deadline to apply for campus-based Dual Enrollment?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open Applications begin April 13, 2026 and close August 21, 2026 for Fall 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"14\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Where can I get an application for Dual Enrollment?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/how-to-apply\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/how-to-apply\/\">How to apply for dual enrollment can be found here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\"><strong>Student Experience &amp; Support<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"15\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Can I take dual enrollment courses in the summer?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yes! Summer courses are offered on The W campus or online. Students will need to apply by May 18, 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"16\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Does taking dual enrollment courses affect my high school GPA?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This depends on your high school\u2019s grading policy. Some schools weigh dual credit courses similarly to AP courses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"17\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will I have access to college resources as a dual enrollment student?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yes! This is the best part! As a The W student, dual enrollment students have access to library services, tutoring, student support, and online learning tools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"18\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How do I obtain textbooks and other required materials for my class?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Contact The W\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/contact\/\">Dual Enrollment Office<\/a> regarding textbooks and other required materials.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\"><strong>Dropping, Transcripts &amp; Course Adjustments<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"19\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How do I drop or withdraw from a dual enrollment course?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students must follow The W\u2019s withdrawal policies and inform both The W and their high school.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"20\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How do I order a transcript to send to other colleges or universities?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit The W\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/registrar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Registrar\u2019s Office website<\/a> for instructions on requesting official transcripts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Career-Tech-Transcript-Request.pdf\">Career Tech Transcript Request Form<\/a>: This form is used if you plan to attend The W and would like to request your Career Tech course credit to be added to your W transcript. This option is only for the following pathways: Culinary Arts, Health Services\/Allied Health\/Health Sciences, and General Education. Please speak with your W Advisor for more information. The pathways can also be found on the &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/highschool-directory\/\">Find My High School<\/a>&#8221; tab located on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/dualenrollment\/\">Dual Enrollment<\/a> home page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\"><strong>State Policy &amp; Additional Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"21\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Where can I find more information about Mississippi\u2019s dual enrollment and dual credit policies?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mississippi.edu\/student-parent-resources\/dual-enrollment\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.mississippi.edu\/student-parent-resources\/dual-enrollment\">The Mississippi Code of 1972 (\u00a7 37-15-37 &amp; \u00a7 37-15-38)<\/a> outlines the state\u2019s dual enrollment and dual credit programs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"22\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who can I contact for more information?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Speak with your high school counselor or email The W\u2019s Dual Enrollment Office at <a href=\"mailto:dual@muw.edu\">dual@muw.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>General Information Course Offerings &amp; Transferability Costs Application &amp; Enrollment Student Experience &amp; Support Dropping, Transcripts &amp; Course Adjustments State Policy &amp; Additional Information<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":48,"featured_media":0,"parent":136,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-656","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/656","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/48"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=656"}],"version-history":[{"count":48,"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/656\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1267,"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/656\/revisions\/1267"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/136"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/admissions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=656"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}