College experience
Develop experience with college courses and expectations before graduation.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
College credit while still in high school.
Eligible students may explore college coursework alongside their DME high school program, with course formats that can vary by semester.
HOW IT WORKS
A pathway with real requirements.
The published Dual Enrollment page describes a Daytona State College enrollment process. Students must also meet academic and college eligibility criteria.
Discuss eligibility
Primarily grades 11–12; younger students are considered individually.
Apply to the college
Complete the appropriate Daytona State College application.
Complete readiness steps
Attend required orientation and PERT or approved exemption.
Register for courses
Enrollment depends on semester timing, format and availability.
THE VALUE
Explore what comes next.
The program can introduce students to college-level expectations and subjects that help inform future academic and career decisions.
Potential time savings
Eligible and transferable credits may shorten later degree requirements.
Scheduling options
In-person, hybrid or online formats may be available depending on the course.
FAMILY QUESTIONS
What to know before enrolling.
Tuition covers listed college courses and standard fees; textbooks and materials remain the student’s responsibility.
Eligibility
Current GPA, grade level, test score and course prerequisites.
Costs
Covered courses, tuition/fees, books and any college-related extra expenses.
College transfer
Whether credits transfer to the student’s intended future college.