Dual Enrollment Courses

Dual credit is a wonderful opportunity for high school students to earn college and high school credit simultaneously, without having to leave the high school setting. Eligible students can take OTC courses to earn credit at both MOVA. MODA and OTC. Dual credit courses allow students to get a jump on their college coursework and give them a sample of what college studies are like. Students can take dual credit courses online during the fall and spring semesters. All dual credit courses are taken online with OTC instructors.

After you complete the application it will ask you which high school you are associated with, please select Stride Virtual Academy, not MOVA or MODA.

• 3.0 cumulative high school GPA
• 16 years of age
• Satisfactory guided self-placement for English and Math courses
• Recommendation of your high school counselor
• Parent Permission

*This must be the first time you are attempting credit for the course. If you have already attempted credit (earned or not earned) for the course, you are not eligible to take the course for Dual Enrollment credit

Students enrolled in dual credit are college students. The expectations outlined below assist students with how to navigate college before high school graduation.

In college, FERPA states educational rights are limited solely to the student, no matter the student’s age. Meaning, we cannot disclose student information to parents, even when students are minors. Students are encouraged to contact OTC directly.

Therefore, OTC expects dual credit students to act like college students, perform at the college level, and be responsible for their own education. The college-level expectations include regular attendance, active class participation, meeting class objectives and deadlines, and seeking academic help through the resources like the tutoring center. Additionally, students are encouraged to use and respond to their myOTC portal email, especially to contact their course instructor directly when a concern or questions relevant to class arises.

Students who are unable to actively participate in online class(es), are withdrawn from class(es) for non-participation.

OTC Dual Credit students follow OTC’s Academic Calendar. For example, when a student’s high school is closed and OTC is open, the student’s assignments for their online course are still due before the deadline.

Students and parents should carefully review the Important Online Dual Credit Information, How to be a Successful Online Learner, and the Student Handbook before deciding to pursue online classes. Additionally, students should complete the Guided Self-Placement Tool to determine which English and Math classes are right for them prior to enrollment. Making an informed and wise decision about placement is important. For more information about why we use this tool as an alternative to tests like the ACT, visit the Guided Self-Placement Overview.

Dual Enrollment courses through Ozarks Technical Community College are $57/credit hour. A 3 credit hour course would be $171/course and a 4 credit hour course would be $228 for the course. Additionally, some courses have a course materials cost. Payment for dual enrollment courses are the sole responsibility of the student and parent. MOVA does not pay for dual enrollment courses.

OTC offers flexible payment plan options for families who need to spread out tuition costs over the semester. Payment plans must be arranged directly with OTC.

Families with a MOST 529 savings plan may use funds toward dual enrollment tuition, as it counts as a qualified higher-education expense.

These courses are NOT MOVA supported. You will be receiving high school credit for this course. However, these courses are taught by Ozark Technical College staff. You will not have any MOVA support class time, office hours, etc. You MUST reach out to your instructor or Ozark Technical College for any course or technology assistance for these courses.

As a reminder, these classes count towards high school AND college credit. Your grade in these courses will effect both your high school and college GPA.

Dual enrolled students take MCC classes before completing their high school diploma/certification. A dual enrolled student is enrolled in both college coursework and high school (or homeschool) coursework at the same time.

The two programs are operated separately, and students receive college credit upon successful completion of their dual enrollment courses. In some cases, the college credit earned by a student can count toward the high school/homeschool certification only if the high school or homeschool association approves. These courses are taught at MCC via on-campus or online delivery by MCC instructors

1.) Apply to MCC.

2.) Take a placement test or submit your ACT scores. (Placement Test Link)

3.) Attend and enrollment session or meet with a Student Success Advisor to enroll.

More information on Dual Enrollment at MCC can be found here.

Dual enrollment students must meet all prerequisite requirements for any course, including satisfactory placement test scores in English, reading, and mathematics as required by MCC policies for all college-level students. If they are receiving dual credit with their high school, please refer to the dual credit eligibility requirements.

Tuition for dual enrolled students is half the cost of standard tuition (based on the status of in-district, out of district, or out of state) until they graduate high school. Students can pay by mailing a payment, paying online, or paying in person at the nearest campus. Students are also responsible for purchasing required books as identified per course.

For more information on payment deadlines, financial responsibility, and returned checks, please visit the tuition and fees section. The amount of tuition depends on where a student resides, in district, out of district, or out of state.

To begin dual enrollment, you have to demonstrate the ability to manage college courses. That’s why we look for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with a 2.0 GPA or higher. To enroll, you will need written permission from a school administrator and a parent or guardian. Please send your approval forms to Mrs. Jarvis (Dual Enrollment Coordinator) at brjarvis@missouriva.org (MOVA Students) or brjarvis@missourida.org (MODA Students).

1. Apply - Your first step is to complete our free application.
   1. 1. The application is a two-step process
         1. First, you must create an Archer Application account
         2. After creating your account, you must create a new application
      2. You will apply as a "non-degree seeking" and "dual enrollment" student
2. Activate your STLCC credentials - Use the A# you received in an email titled, "Admission to St. Louis Community College" to locate your MySTLCC ID and STLCC email address.
3. Submit the Dual Enrollment Authorization form - This form must submitted, fully approved, and processed prior to registering for classes. Please allow 3-5 business days for this process to be completed.
   1. 1. As part of this process, your counselor will submit your high school transcript.
      2. If you have taken the ACT, SAT, or any AP tests, please upload these test scores when submitting your form. We'll need screenshots of your scores that include your full name.
4. Take the Accuplacer placement test (if needed) - You should consider taking the Accuplacer if:
   1. 1. You have received less than an A in your most recent year of high school English OR you have received less than a B in your most recent two years of high school English
      2. You have not taken Algebra II or you have earned a C or lower in Algebra II.

High school students taking classes through dual enrollment, pay $72.50/credit hour.

Once the course is completed, you will need to send transcripts to our high school Dual Enrollment Coordinator, Mr. Ed Dreyer at the email addresses listed at the bottom on this newsletter. He will then make sure the dual enrollment courses are added to your high school transcript.

Taking classes a different school? Reach out and see if we can accept credit at MOVA, MODA and ISMO.

Dual Enrollment Coordinator: Ed Dreyer

edreyer@missouriva.org

edreyer@Missourida.org

Needing support to help pay for your dual enrollment tuition. Check out the Missouri Dual Enrollment Scholarship, linked below. This scholarship is based on financial need.