Dual Enrollment
Jump-spark your college experience at FVSU as a Dual Enrollment student!
Attention high school students! Are you interested in starting your college journey while still in high school? If yes, then becoming a dual enrollment student at FVSU might be the right choice for you. As a dual enrollment student, you can earn both high school and college credits at little to no cost, while also discovering various career paths and taking on a challenging curriculum. By enrolling as a dual student, you can save money on your future college tuition, and also gain valuable experience.
Apply now to FVSU as a Dual Enrollment Student and start building your future today!
Benefits of Dual Enrollment at FVSU
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Tuition-Free College, Seriously: Why pay later when you can start earning college credits now, absolutely tuition-free?
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Time is Money: Life's unpredictable, but with early college courses, you're not just getting ahead academically, you're fast-tracking your journey to a bachelor's degree.
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Stress-Free Transition: Dive into college coursework early and breeze into full-time college life with confidence, leaving stress in the rearview mirror.
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Fast-Track to Passion: Dive straight into courses that matter, fueling your future career from day one.
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The Full FVSU Experience: Consider yourself a Wildcat from the get-go, with access to libraries, tutoring, clubs, and all the perks.
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Credit Where Credit's Due: Your hard-earned credits are recognized across Georgia's public colleges and beyond, so you're covered no matter where your future takes you.
Application Deadlines:
Fall Semester:
May 15
Spring Semester:
November 1
Summer Semester:
May 1
Don't hesitate! Submit your dual enrollment application today!
Admission Requirements for Dual Enrollment Students
High School Juniors & Seniors
Fort Valley State University evaluates students' GPAs based on the Required High School Curriculum (RHSC) course units.
- To be admitted high school juniors and seniors must have a minimum 3.0 GPA based on the in-progress RHSC units.
- High school juniors and seniors must be on-track to high school graduation.
Test scores are no longer required for high juniors and seniors to be admitted to FVSU as dual enrollment students.
For more information on courses used for the GPA calculation can be found on the USG's Staying on Course document.
Required High School Curriculum (RHSC) Course Units
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Subject |
Units |
Courses |
|---|---|---|
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English |
4 |
Any 4 English/Language Arts |
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Math |
4 |
Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry & 1 Higher-Level Math |
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Natural Science |
4 |
1 Life Science/Lab, 1 Physical Science/Lab & 2 Science Electives |
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Social Science |
3 |
1 U.S. History, 1 World History & 1 Social Science Elective |
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Foreign Language |
2 |
Both units must be in the same language*
*American Sign Language and AP Computer Science are acceptable. |
High School Sophomores
Fort Valley State University evaluates students' GPAs based on the Required High School Curriculum (RHSC) course units.
- To be admitted high school sophomores must have a minimum 3.0 GPA based on the in-progress RHSC units.
- High school sophomores must be on-track to high school graduation.
- High school sophomores must take the SAT or ACT.
- SAT minimum score of 1200
- ACT composite score of 26
Wondering how to submit your SAT or ACT scores? Click here for more details on the University System of Georgia's FAQ page.
For more information on courses used for the GPA calculation can be found on the USG's Staying on Course document.
Required High School Curriculum (RHSC) Course Units
|
Subject |
Units |
Courses |
|---|---|---|
|
English |
4 |
Any 4 English/Language Arts |
|
Math |
4 |
Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry & 1 Higher-Level Math |
|
Natural Science |
4 |
1 Life Science/Lab, 1 Physical Science/Lab & 2 Science Electives |
|
Social Science |
3 |
1 U.S. History, 1 World History & 1 Social Science Elective |
|
Foreign Language |
2 |
Both units must be in the same language* *American Sign Language and AP Computer Science are acceptable. |
Meet our admissions requirements? Start your application!
Applying as Dual Enrollment Students
Step 1: Submit an Application.
Start your application -- it's on the house! Complete our admissions application for FREE on the GAfutures platform.
Step 2: Submit Your Official Transcript.
Option 1: Submit your official transcript with GAfutures.
Your counselor or school administrator can share your official transcript via GAfutures.org. Simply send them a request through the platform to get the process started.
Option 2: Submit your official transcripts via Mail or Email.
Your school counselor or administrator can send your official transcripts via email or mail. To have your school counselor or administrator send us an email, have them send the email to admissions@fvsu.edu.
To have your school counselor or administrator send your official transcripts via mail, they must be sent in a sealed envelope to the following address:
Office of Recruitment & Admissions
1005 State University Drive
Fort Valley, Georgia 31030
Step 3: Complete the Georgia Futures Dual Enrollment Funding Application.
Secure funding for your classes by completing the GAfutures Dual Enrollment Funding Application. Dual Enrollment students do not need to complete the FAFSA. Ensure you fill out the application thoroughly.
Step 4: You're finished - You've officially jump-sparked your college journey!
Jump-spark your college journey? Check! After submitting the materials above, you will Ignite Your Light at FVSU!
Admission decisions are released via email two weeks after completing these steps!
You've got the steps. Let's get started!
Jump-Spark Your College Journey: Complete Your FVSU Dual Enrollment Application!
More Resources
Did you know that the state of Georgia pays for high school student's dual enrollment classes? Get your college credits paid for by completing the Georgia Futures Dual Enrollment Funding Application.
Have you been admitted as a Dual Enrollment Student? Welcome to the Wildcat Family! Check out your next steps by clicking here.
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