Southside Virginia Community College Dual Enrollment Program
MORE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who may enroll in Dual Enrollment courses, and is there a minimum age to participate in the program?
Dual Enrollment students are admitted according to the provisions in the current Virginia Plan for Dual Enrollment. Generally, any high school students may enroll in a class if (1) they obtain their principal's permission and (2) their college placement scores and high school grades indicate they have satisfied academic prerequisites. Individuals below the age of 14 or below high school freshman level may apply to the college for special consideration for admittance which requires an interview with the parent and the student.
What is the cost of dual enrollment classes?
Each school division or private school makes its own policy regarding how much of the dual enrollment tuition it pays on behalf of the students. Please consult with your guidance department to determine the cost for your school.
Is financial aid available for dual enrollment students?
Federal financial aid regulations prohibit a student from receiving federal financial assistance while still enrolled in secondary school. However, because of special agreements between the College and the secondary school divisions, the student generally pays a very reduced amount of the tuition cost for overall dual enrollment courses. Usually, this is a greater savings of the tuition cost than the student would normally have received from regular financial aid programs. In addition, students and parents should also consider the low cost of community college classes as compared to 4-year schools.
Are students required to take the SVCC placement test in order to enroll in dual enrollment courses?
Dual Enrollment students must take the placement test before the SVCC can enroll them in courses. If a student has already taken the SAT or ACT, SVCC will consider those scores in place of the placement test.
When do students take the placement test in order to enroll in dual enrollment courses?
SVCC gives the placement test at the high schools to all students interested in dual enrollment courses. The high school counselors will know the date when it will be offered. Students who do not take the placement test at their high school may take the placement test at Southside Virginia Community College during regular testig hours in Studnet Services. Prospective dual enrollment students who need to take the test at SVCC should contact Students Services at 434.736.2000 on the John H. Daniel Campus and 434.949.1000 on the Christanna Campus before coming to the college to take the test.
How do we know which courses are approved for dual credit?
The high school guidance office can help the student select the courses approved by the individual school district for dual enrollment.
Are there prerequisite courses which must be taken by students before enrolling in SVCC dual enrollment courses?
Dual Enrollment courses have the same prerequisites as their non-Dual Enrollment counterparts. Specific course prerequisites are stated for individual courses in the SVCC catalog, accessible online or in print.
What is the enrollment process for Dual Enrollment courses which transfer to colleges and universities?
For the student, the process begins at the high school by talking with the counselor to determine which dual enrollment courses are offered at the high school or on the SVCC campus.
How do students get their grade report at the end of the semester?
Shortly after the exam period each semester the final grade for the course is posted to the College's Student Information System - SVCC Online. To view or print a copy of the grades, students login to SVCC Online using their user id and password. Paper grade reports are not mailed to the home address.
How do students get a grade transcript sent to the high school or another college?
To request that an official grade transcript be mailed to your high school or another college, the student may login to SVCC OnLine and request the transcript or submit the request in writing by completimg a Transcript Request Form and sending it to the Registrar's Office on either campus. The request should include the name and address of the specific office where the transcript should be mailed as well as the student's name and either social security number or student user id. Written requests must be signed by the student. Transcripts are generally mailed within three days after the request is received. | 
