Jules Gillis, Advanced Learning Manager
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Dual Enrollment classes are college classes that high school students can take. Students get both high school and college credit for these courses.  Taking a Dual Enrollment class is a great way to get a taste of what college classes are like. Students who take these classes are often more prepared to take on what college has to offer. It also allows students to supplement their curriculum by taking classes that are not offered at HHS.

Students must be juniors or seniors in high school and meet any other requirements of the college they plan to take a class at.

Most colleges require a minimum grade point average:

• Holyoke Community College (HCC): Minimum 2.5 GPA*

• Springfield Technical Community College: Minimum 2.0 GPA

• UMASS Amherst: 3.2 GPA for courses taken at UMASS; NO minimum GPA for UMASS classes offered at HHS

• Westfield State University: 2.5 GPA*

*These colleges may admit students who have between a 2.0 and a 2.5 GPA if the student is recommended by the school counselor.

HHS currently has relationships with HCC, STCC, UMASS and Westfield State and our students may apply to take a Dual Enrollment class at any of these colleges. If you wish to take a class at a different college or university, you must apply directly with that college or university.

Deadlines vary by college and you should check with the college to have exact deadlines. However, HHS asks that students adhere to the following deadlines to ensure enrollment in the college class and funding.

• Application deadlines for the fall semester is June 1st

• Application for spring semester is December 1st

• Application for the summer term is usually in early May

• Applications for HCC and STCC can be found on their websites (see below). The school counseling office has applications for other colleges. Applications require the signature of the parent/guardian and the school. An official transcript must be sent with the application.

• Apply early to guarantee your spot!

Most dual enrollment classes are FREE to you! The colleges have funding that covers the cost of your class!*

Dual Enrollment students are responsible for purchasing the books for their class unless otherwise instructed. Exceptions:

• Books may be covered by HHS or by the college if the class is offered at Holyoke High or in other special cases

• If buying a book is an obstacle for you, speak with the college you are taking a class with. They will work with students to help as much as possible.

• Transportation to and from the college is the responsibility of the student. HCC and STCC will provide Dual Enrollment students with bus passes if needed.

*UMASS Amherst typically charges $20 per class

Students who take a Dual Enrollment class may have their schedule adjusted if this is possible. It is essential that the student speaks with their school counselor as soon as they apply for a Dual Enrollment class in order to understand how the HHS schedule must be adjusted. Ideally, students will choose classes early in the morning, later in the afternoon, or in the evening (classes in the middle of the school day are not recommended).

ALL HHS Dual Enrollment programs, deadlines, and application links

STCC Dual Enrollment programs

HCC Dual Enrollment programs

Westfield State Dual Enrollment programs

UMASS Amherst-See your school counselor