Dual Credit

双学分

Last week we introduced our dual credit/dual enrollment program through Andrews University, who owns and operates Griggs International Academy. In a recent article by Jessica Dickler, from CNBC, additional benefits of dual credit were outlined, which focuses on the financial aspect of degree-level education in the US.

Jessica states:

"Through dual enrollment, high school students can complete college-level coursework and even receive an associate’s degree by the time they graduate.

That can shave years off the cost of a bachelor’s degree, in some cases cutting the tab — not to mention the borrowing costs — in half."

Martha Parham, senior vice president of public relations at the American Association of Community Colleges, who was interviewed for the article states “They’re basically getting two years of college for free.”

Chad Macguire, director of Post’s High School Academy adds “For every class you can take in high school, that’s one less class you are financing down the road”.

Finally, Jessica states "These programs are not restricted to high school students on a specific, and often accelerated, academic track, as many AP classes are." This, therefore, increases the accessibility of dual enrollment programs.

Key Takeways:

Andrews University has the expertise to offer our students dual credit through their dual enrollment program. Schools can contact the Griggs China office to begin the process of enrolling students on the program and cut the cost of university fees down the line.