Dual enrollment is a process by which high school students may enroll in college courses for high school and college credit. The Postsecondary Enrollment Option Act (PA 160 of 1996) establishes the opportunity for Michigan high school students to dual enroll in college courses at Michigan postsecondary institutions when certain criteria are met. High School students need to be continually challenged to maintain their academic interests and such challenges must include rigorous academic pursuits.  To assist parents and students in understanding this educational opportunity, this guide has been created to outline eligibility for dual enrollment, what type of courses are covered under dual enrollment, and responsibility for costs and fees applicable to dual enrollment classes.  

Eligible Students  

Schools are required to support dual enrollment for students who have met the following criteria:  Ø Student must be enrolled in at least one high school class.   Ø Student must meet the college course prerequisite. Ø Students can qualify by taking one of the following assessments: Explore, PSAT, PLAN, ACT, PSAT, SAT and receiving a qualifying score. The qualifying scores are listed in the ACCESSIBLE Dual Enrollment High School Multi-Page Guidebook.