Dual Credit

Get a jump-start

You want to hit the ground running at college, we understand. You’re researching programs, comparing careers and creating a shortlist of organizations you are interested in joining. Why not get a jump-start on your core requirements too?

Why Dual Credit?

Earn credits toward your diploma and degree.

We partner with local high schools to select certain classes for dual credit. This means you’re on track for graduation, while earning college credit from STLCC.

Forget online classes or commutes to campus.

This program makes earning credit easy. Dual-credit classes are taught at your high school, by your teachers and alongside your classmates.

Save money today and tomorrow.

Even at highly-discounted rates, other programs cost around 60 percent more than our dual-credit program. But the real savings happen when you transfer the credits to a four-year university, saving hundreds of tuition dollars.

Start here. Go anywhere ...

When you choose STLCC, you choose credits that are designed to transfer. So when you move on to another college or university, you can trust the work you’ve put in will count. Learn more about Missouri's CORE 42 Program for classes that are transferable, guaranteed. 

Get there sooner.

Our average, a dual-credit student averages six credit hours per semester. This means you could transfer in an entire semester of credits just from your senior year of high school. Whether it’s graduate school or jumping into the job market, dual credit helps get you there faster.

Who can apply?

To participate in the dual-credit program, you must demonstrate you’re ready for college classes. We look for students who are high school:

• Seniors and juniors with a 2.5 GPA or higher
• Sophomores with a 3.0 GPA or higher

To enroll, you'll need to receive written permission from one of your school’s administrators and a parent or guardian.

Cost of Dual Credit

Dual-credit courses cost $25 per credit hour. Ask your high school counselor for specific information about your classes. 

Enrolling in Dual Credit

Contact your high school counselor to learn what dual-credit courses are available at your high school. 

Applying to STLCC

Follow these steps to get set up for your first semester as a dual-credit student:

1. Apply - Your first step is to apply by completing the “dual credit” application.
2. Get connected - Activate your MySTLCC username and email by entering your student number, last name and date of birth.
3. Submit your consent form - Meet with your high school counselor to verify your courses for dual credit. Your counselor will verify parent permission has been obtained (no authorization form is needed). 
4. Send in your ACT scores or take a placement test - If you’ve taken your ACT or SAT, request that a copy of your scores is sent to STLCC-Registrar's Office. If you don’t have an ACT/SAT score or it doesn’t meet our criteria, you can determine your best fit through tests at our Testing Centers. Check with your high school's dual credit counselor or the Office of Dual Credit/Enrollment Partnerships at dualcredit@stlcc.edu or 314-513-4216.
5. Jump-start presentation - STLCC staff will visit your high school to provide a presentation that details the benefits of the program, course information and program policies. 
6. Pay for your classes - Pay for your classes in full by cash, check or credit card at the Cashier’s Office on campus or online through Banner Self-Service.
7. Get acclimated! - Dual-credit students are encouraged to utilize the library, computer labs and academic tutoring labs on campus. In order to take advantage of campus resources, students should visit Campus Life to obtain their student ID card.

Important Deadlines

For more information about dual credit, contact the following:

Florissant Valley Campus

Julie Downs | jdowns31@stlcc.edu | 314-513-4251

High Schools covered by the Florissant Valley campus:

 

Forest Park Campus

Cerra Goree | cgoree1@stlcc.edu | 314-644-9575

High Schools covered by the Forest Park campus: 

 

Meramec Campus

Diana Johnson | djohnson581@stlcc.edu | 314-984-7682

High Schools covered by the Meramec campus:

 

Wildwood Campus

Megan Foster | mfoster34@stlcc.edu | 636-422-2014

High Schools covered by the Wildwood campus:

 

If your high school is not listed, please contact Coco Madision-Askew at cmadisonaskew@stlcc.edu or 314-513-4216.