Undergraduate Dual Credit

In high school? Earn college credits—today

Did you know? High school students can take courses taught by Concordia University professors and earn college and high school credit at the same time with our Dual Credit program.

Whether you want to get a head start on college or explore a course not offered at your school, Concordia’s Dual Credit program allows you do so in a convenient, affordable way. It’s part of our commitment to providing a high-value education that allows you to grow not only academically, but in your faith as well.   

About the dual credit program

Concordia’s Dual Credit program offers honors-level high school students the opportunity to jump start their college career at a much lower cost than as a traditional undergraduate. As part of the program, students enroll in university courses and, upon completion, receive both college and high school credit.

You’ll also develop and hone skills for the future. With the Dual Credit program, you’ll follow a college syllabus, learn to balance work loads, and cultivate critical thinking, all while setting yourself on the track to graduate early.  

Structured weekly deadlines and faculty support will help you stay on track for success. Through flexible online classes or in-person classes, you can complete coursework during the school day or at home. Download an example of a dual credit school week.

Courses are one semester long and cost $200 per credit ($50 per credit through the Concordia Promise). You might be eligible for outside funding from the state or school district to cover the tuition costs for your Dual Credit courses. To find out more about state funding in your area contact us at 1-877-289-1897.

As part of the program, you’ll:

• Earn college credits while in high school
• Receive dynamic instruction from collegiate faculty
• Have access to highly affordable tuition through the Concordia Promise and Concordia Promise Plus scholarships
• Choose from a number of semester-long (15-week) courses
• Complete coursework within the school day or during personal time, and enjoy working in a flexible online delivery system
• Enjoy access to Concordia’s online library holdings and databases
• Learn in face-to-face settings (available at select high schools)

Next steps

Summer: June 11- Aug 17, 2018. Register by May 1.
Fall: Aug 27 - Dec 14, 2018. Register by July 1.
Spring: Jan 28 - May 17, 2019. Register by Dec 1.

Apply Now

Download the Course Enrollment Request Form

Transferable credit

Credits are offered by Concordia University Wisconsin, a regionally accredited university. Generally, Concordia University Wisconsin credits are easily transferable. As with any transfer credits, you should always verify the transfer process with the receiving university’s Office of the Registrar. Many of the Concordia University Wisconsin Dual Credit courses have been designed to fit the core curriculum requirements at Concordia University Wisconsin.

Dual credit courses

Download full dual credit course descriptions  here.

Arts and Sciences

• Foundations of Computer Science, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• Civilization and Worldviews: Literature, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• Introduction to Writing, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• American Civilization, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• American Government, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• General Psychology, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• Introduction to Sociology, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• The Old Testament, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• The New Testament, 3 credits (What to Expect)

Business

• Financial Accounting, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• Principles of Economics, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• Principles of Management, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• Principles of Marketing, 3 credits (What to Expect)
• Business Writing, 3 credits (What to Expect)

Pharmacy

• Introduction to Pharmacy, 1 credit (What to Expect)

Education

• Foundations of Education, 3 credits (What to Expect)

More Information

• Dual Credit Q&A
• Dual Credit Handbook