NGU dual enrollment, is it right for you?
Jackson Gosnell, Staff Writer
Did you know that North Greenville University offers dual enrollment courses?
Students from partnering schools can take classes while in high school for college credit through North Greenville University. Not only does this give high school students a taste of what college is like, it further prepares them for their college journey.
Students who chose to take dual enrollment courses get the advantage of knocking out some classes before they arrive. This can be beneficial when registering for classes as they already have some credits under their belt.
To take dual enrollment courses, high school students from partnering schools must have a 3.0 GPA or better. Students should also be either a junior or senior and at least 16 years old. Each credit hour costs $100.00 which is a small price to pay for what is offered. Not only are these credits accepted at North Greenville University, but other colleges usually accept them as well.
If a student chose to do so, they can take two dual enrollment classes each semester beginning their junior year and ultimately end up with up to 24 credit hours before graduating high school.
North Greenville University offers dual enrollment courses both in-person and online. Interested students can decide how they want to take classes. For students with a busier schedule, online may be the best option.
On the other hand, students who need face-to-face interaction may thrive with in-person learning.
Students who have taken classes through North Greenville University’s dual enrollment program say they are glad they did so. The dual enrollment program was a real success according to participating students.
“It allowed me to enter college an entire semester ahead.” said Mia Hefner, sophomore.
Hefner says not only did she get some credit hours out of the way, but she was taught so much more than the material.
“I got a head start at leering how to study for college classes,” said Hefner.
Many students struggle with the transition between high school and college. One of the biggest complaints is that students don’t know how to study.
In many cases, they never had to study because the content was easier to understand. As students go on to college, the content is heavier, therefore, requiring an understanding of how to study appropriately.
Hefner says she was able to meet other North Greenville University students before coming to college who are still her good friends today. She says it’s all about making connections with others.
“I think it’s an amazing experience and money saver.” said Hefner.
Students who are enrolled in dual enrollment are not required to attend chapel or cultural events, however, they are encouraged to do so.
Interested students can email the dual enrollment counselor, dual.enrollment@ngu.edu, for a current copy of the course offerings, according to the North Greenville University website.
Once accepted into the program, registration for dual enrollment students opens at the following times:
- Returning dual enrollment students: two weeks after traditional undergraduate registration begins each semester.
- New dual enrollment students: when registration opens for new incoming traditional undergraduate students each semester.
