Dual Enrollment

The deadline to apply for the SPS High School Dual Enrollment Program for the Fall 2024 term has been extended to June 7, 2024. Please speak with your high school counselor to receive the instructions.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The purpose of this program is to supplement and enrich the educational experience by allowing your scholar to pursue coursework which otherwise would not be available during his or her high school career. Students enrolled in the district Dual Enrollment program are expected to complete all high school graduation requirements, as outlined by the Michigan Merit Curriculum (MMC) and the Southfield Public Schools Board of Education. Students admitted to this program are granted full college/university privileges, including use of the library and recreational facilities.

COURSE LIMITATIONS
Students are permitted to take academic courses that are eligible for tuition support from the State of Michigan Department of Education. However, courses that are a hobby, craft, recreational, or a course that is in the areas of physical education, theology, divinity, or religious education, are not eligible for tuition support.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO DUAL ENROLL?

Students who are enrolled in at least one course at Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology or University High School Academy.

WHAT KINDS OF CLASSES CAN I TAKE?

Any course that is academically or career-oriented.
Any course that is not already available at SHS A&T or UHSA High School.
However, courses that are a hobby, craft, recreational, or a course that is in the areas of physical education, theology, divinity, or religious education, are not eligible for tuition support.

WHERE CAN I TAKE DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSES?

Any Michigan college or university that will accept you based on your guest student application.
The most commonly attended schools for SPS students are: Lawrence Technological University, Oakland Community College, University of Michigan Dearborn, and Wayne State University.

WHAT WOULD MY HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE LOOK LIKE IF I DUAL ENROLL?

You will need to be enrolled in a minimum of one class per semester. To be dual enrolled you must drop at least one of your SPS classes.
You are responsible for your own transportation. Students must follow the college calendar (spring break, winter break, etc. do not always align with the SPS school calendar).
You are expected to attend college classes whenever they are in session. Students must select a college course that meets outside of school hours.

WILL I EARN BOTH COLLEGE AND HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT?

You will earn high school credit at SPS and your grade will transfer and factor into your high school GPA.
You will earn college credit with whatever institution you study with. However, it will be up to your final college choice (that you enroll in after you graduate) as to whether or not they will accept the credit as college credit.

SOME OF THE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

FREE tuition, fees and textbooks
A jump start on earning college credit
Access to a wide range of rigorous academic courses not offered in high school

DUAL ENROLLMENT APPLICATION: Please inquire with your high school counselor.

STUDENT ATHLETES:

***Important Notice for Student-Athletes***
The NCAA requires that all core courses used for collegiate athletic eligibility must indicate a grade and be calculated into the pupil's high school GPA. This requirement only pertains to Division I or Division II collegiate athletes. Be sure to discuss this important matter with your high school principal, head coach, athletic director, high school counselor, and the SPS Clearinghouse specialist.

Southfield Public Schools and Lawrence Technological University (LTU) Dual Enrollment Partnership

Did you know that eligible high school students can now take dual enrollment courses without leaving their high school campus?

Yes, it’s true. Southfield Public Schools is partnering with Lawrence Technology University to offer two certificate programs (Cybersecurity and Game Design) on SHS A&T and University K12 Academy campuses. To learn more about the certificate programs click the link below.

LTU Cybersecurity Certificate

LTU Game Design Certificate

Next Steps:

Students are required to consult with their high school counselor to determine their eligibility to participate in the dual enrollment program. Completing the forms listed below does not qualify the student for the program.

To be considered for the H.S. Dual enrollment program, students are required to have an Academic Performance Guidelines (A.P.G) form on file and a GPA of 2.0 or higher posted on their high school transcript.

1. Click here for a copy of the A.P.G. form.

2. Click here to upload the completed APG form. Students and parents must sign and agree to the terms of this document. The A.P.G. for is due by 4:00 PM on May 31, 2024.

3. After you upload the completed A.P.G. form, immediately email the designated Dual Enrollment (D.E.) counselors for your high school by 4:00 PM on May 31, 2024 and request a meeting to determine your eligibility.

D.E. Counselor for SHS A&T School: Julea Ward at julea.ward@southfieldk12.org
D.E. Counselor for University K12 Academy: Monique Green at monique.green@southfieldk12.org

4. If your are eligible to participate in the H.S. Dual Enrollment program, apply to the college and compete all placement exams (if applicable) by 4:00 PM on June 7, 2024.