2.16 – Dual Credit Delivery Policy

A. Purpose

Provide introductory college experiences for high school students.

B. Policy

College-level courses will be offered to high school students in adherence to all college standards of quality and academic rigor.

C. Procedures

The college shall follow the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education (CBHE) Policy Guidelines for Dual Credit Delivery. CBHE policy reflects quality standards set forth by the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP) and the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

D. Definitions

Dual Credit: Credit that can be earned by a student at both their home high school and the college as determined by the respective institution.

E. Authority

This policy is maintained under the authority of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.

F. Related Policies

N/A

G. Implementation

Policy approved and adopted by the Board of Trustees on 02/14/00. Revised on 02/06/12 and 08/12/19.

Purpose, procedures, responsibilities, and definitions approved and adopted by the Cabinet on 04/17/17. Revised on 06/04/19. Set for review in fiscal year 2025 – 2026.