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High School Dual Credit

Get a Head Start During High School

Every year, thousands of Wisconsin high school students earn college credits through the state's technical colleges. By taking courses that count toward both your high school and college requirements, you can save significant time and money.

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Dual Credit Options at a Glance

Dual Credit Option	Grades Eligible	Learning Location	How You'll Earn Credits	Great Choice If You...
Excelerate	11-12	WCTC	Earn a WCTC associate degree, technical diploma or certificate	Have a clear career plan and are ready to pursue a college program
Dual Enrollment Academy	11-12	WCTC	Earn up to 30 college credits and an industry-recognized credential	Want to explore an in-demand career area with fellow high school students
Start College Now	11-12	WCTC	Earn college and high school credits simultaneously	Want to take college classes at WCTC during high school
Transcripted Credit	9-12	High school	Earn college and high school credits simultaneously	Want to earn college credit by taking classes at your own school

How to Apply Your Credits at WCTC

Credits earned through the Dual Enrollment Academy, Start College Now and Transcripted Credits will be listed on both your high school transcript and WCTC transcript.

Credits earned through Advanced Standing courses and Youth Apprenticeships will be listed only on your high school transcript. To determine your eligibility for transfer credit, contact Admissions (Advanced Standing) or Credit for Prior Learning (Youth Apprenticeships).

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