For Counselors and Parents
Dual Enrollment Program Overview
Immaculata University’s Dual Enrollment Program provides high school juniors and seniors with the opportunity to take accredited college-level courses while still in high school. Through this program, students earn both high school and college credit simultaneously, helping them get a head start on their college education, reduce future tuition costs, and experience the rigor of college-level work in a supportive environment.
Dual enrollment courses are taught online, on Immaculata’s campus, in a hybrid format, or at the student’s high school by qualified instructors. Credits earned through the program are recorded on an official Immaculata University transcript and may be transferable to other colleges and universities, depending on the policies of the receiving institution.
This program is designed for academically motivated students who meet the eligibility criteria and are ready to take on the challenge of college coursework. Counselors play a key role in helping students determine course fit and eligibility, and in guiding them through the application and registration process.
Highlights:
- Open to high school juniors and seniors
- Minimum 3.0 GPA or counselor recommendation required
- Courses in a wide range of disciplines: Psychology, Sociology, English, Science, Art, Spanish, and more
- Credit awarded by regionally accredited Immaculata University
- Affordable pricing: $133 per credit ($399 per 3-credit class, $532 per 4-credit class)
- Flexible delivery options: online, in-person, hybrid, or at the student’s school
- Supports both partner school students, homeschooled students, and Diocesan Scholars
How Dual Enrollment Works — 5 Simple Steps
Step 1: Talk to Your School Counselor
- Discuss your academic goals and readiness for college-level coursework.
- Confirm your eligibility (generally a 3.0 GPA or higher, junior or senior standing, and strong academic performance).
- Learn which Immaculata courses are available through your school or online.
Step 2: Choose Your Course(s)
- Courses are offered in partnership with your high school or directly through Immaculata.
- Delivery options: online, on-campus, hybrid, or in-person at your high school.
- All courses are taught by Immaculata professors or approved instructors.
- Earn both high school and college credits.
Step 3: Apply Online
- Each partner high school has a unique application link.
- Use the link provided by your school counselor or request it via email.
- Not from a partner school? Email us to apply as a homeschool or Diocesan Scholar.
Step 4: Register and Set Up Your IU Account
- Once your application is processed, you’ll receive a welcome email from Immaculata’s Office of Technology.
- Follow the steps to activate your MyIU Portal account — where you'll access courses, grades, and unofficial transcripts.
Step 5: Take the Course & Earn College Credit
- Complete your course and earn Immaculata University credit (must earn a C or higher).
- After the course, you can request an official transcript to send to other colleges.
- Unofficial transcripts are always available through your MyIU account.
Eligibility and Cost
Eligibility Requirements
To participate in Dual Enrollment at Immaculata University, students must:
- Be a high school junior or senior
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
(Students with a lower GPA may be considered with a counselor recommendation) - Be enrolled in college preparatory, honors, or AP-level coursework
- Receive approval from their school counselor or administrator
Students from partner schools, homeschools, and Diocesan Scholar programs are all welcome to apply.
Cost of Courses
Dual Enrollment is a cost-effective way to begin earning college credit.
- $125 per credit
- Most courses are:
- 3 credits = $375
- 4 credits = $500
There are no additional fees for registration or textbooks when courses are offered through a partner high school. For courses taken directly through Immaculata (online or on-campus), students may be responsible for course materials.
Sample Courses
- FREN 101 Elementary French I
- HCM 201 Medical Terminology
- HIST 115 World Civilization I
- HIST 116 World Civilization II
- FNU 208 Normal Nutrition
- PSY 101 Foundations in Psychology
- SOC 202 Intro to Sociology
- THE 109 Introduction to Theology
- THE 110 Introduction to the Bible
- COM 250 Public Speaking