Attention high school students: Get a jumpstart on your college career!
Did you know you earn credit toward a high school diploma AND college credits to Saint Francis University at the same time?
The College in High School program is a partnership between high schools and Saint Francis University that gives students multiple options to earn credits. These options include:
- Dual Enrollment: Earn college credits in approved high school classes. Experience what college is like while earning college credits in high school, take fewer classes once you get to college, and save money! Dual-enrollment courses cost much less than a traditional college class!
- Career Development Series: Explore career paths online in Business, Health, STEM, and Education while earning dual enrollment SFU credits. You’ll join like-minded students in an online classroom taught by SFU professors.
- Francis Worldwide Online Courses: High School students may take any online course through Francis Worldwide. Taking a college class while in high school shows colleges that you are serious, motivated, and ready to start your college career!
College in High School provides many benefits for high school students, including earning college credit, saving money on tuition and faster degree completion. Studies also suggest that dual enrollment increases a student’s academic performance in college!
Dual Enrollment
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About Dual Enrollment
These courses contain the content of the equivalent course(s) taught at Saint Francis University and will be led by approved high school teachers in the regular classroom. The dual enrollment courses, as well as the approved instructors, meet the standards of the appropriate academic department at Saint Francis University.
The dual enrollment course offerings are dependent on the high school attended. Check with your guidance counselor or educational director on what dual enrollment opportunities are available at your high school.
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Dual Enrollment Deadlines
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Dual Enrollment Tuition Cost
The dual enrollment tuition cost is $58 per credit hour. Payment for tuition will be due at the time of registration.
These courses contain the content of the equivalent course(s) taught at Saint Francis University and will be led by approved high school teachers in the regular classroom. The dual enrollment courses, as well as the approved instructors, meet the standards of the appropriate academic department at Saint Francis University.
The dual enrollment course offerings are dependent on the high school attended. Check with your guidance counselor or educational director on what dual enrollment opportunities are available at your high school.
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The dual enrollment tuition cost is $58 per credit hour. Payment for tuition will be due at the time of registration.
Career Development Series Information & Offerings
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About Career Development Series
This series provides students the opportunity to explore career options and earn credits in online courses along with other high school students. Each course will be one semester long (16 weeks) based on the SFU academic calendar. The Career Development Series aims to:
- Expose high school students to career paths in Business, Health, STEM, and Education through entry level college courses.
- Provide a rich online learning environment, taught by Saint Francis University Faculty members, that mirror collegiate rigor, policies, and procedures.
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Course Offerings & Deadlines
Refundable)
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Career Development Tuition Cost
$200 per credit ($485 per credit for courses with a $285 scholarship applied for Fall and Spring courses)
Payment for tuition will be due at the time of registration. Students will be responsible for purchasing any required course materials.
This series provides students the opportunity to explore career options and earn credits in online courses along with other high school students. Each course will be one semester long (16 weeks) based on the SFU academic calendar. The Career Development Series aims to:
- Expose high school students to career paths in Business, Health, STEM, and Education through entry level college courses.
- Provide a rich online learning environment, taught by Saint Francis University Faculty members, that mirror collegiate rigor, policies, and procedures.
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$200 per credit ($485 per credit for courses with a $285 scholarship applied for Fall and Spring courses)
Payment for tuition will be due at the time of registration. Students will be responsible for purchasing any required course materials.
Francis Worldwide Online Courses
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About Francis Worldwide Online Courses
High School students have the opportunity to participate in select online courses offered through Francis Worldwide.
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Course Offerings & Deadlines
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Francis Worldwide Online Courses Tuition Cost
$200 per credit ($485 per credit for courses with a $285 scholarship applied for Fall and Spring courses)
Payment for tuition will be due at the time of registration. Students will be responsible for purchasing any required course materials.
High School students have the opportunity to participate in select online courses offered through Francis Worldwide.
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$200 per credit ($485 per credit for courses with a $285 scholarship applied for Fall and Spring courses)
Payment for tuition will be due at the time of registration. Students will be responsible for purchasing any required course materials.
Get ahead of the class and get both high school and college credit. Start your application today.
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Grades
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Drop a Class
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Withdrawal from Class
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Transfer of Credits
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Admissions Info
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All instructors in the College in High School program will assign grades following the established University grading system.
Grades will be posted on the student's academic transcript within 1 week of the conclusion of the course.
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A student may drop from a class no later than the Drop date.
How-To:
- Complete the College in High School Drop/Withdraw Form
- Obtain the course instructor's signature
- Submit the form to the College in High School Coordinator by the associated drop date.
The course will be removed from the student's schedule and a refund of tuition will be mailed to the student.
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A student may drop Withdraw from a class no later than the Drop date.
How-To:
- Complete the College in High School Drop/Withdraw Form
- Obtain the course instructor's signature
- Submit the form to the College in High School Coordinator by the associated withdraw date.
The student will receive the grade of "W." There will be no refund of tuition.
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Many students registering for courses through Saint Francis University may eventually wish to transfer these credits elsewhere.
College in High School students may request their official transcript at
https://www.francis.edu/Request-a-Transcript
Registrar's Office Contact Information
registrar@francis.edu or 814-472-3009
Although many colleges and universities will recognize these transfer credits, it is not guaranteed that all colleges or institutions of higher learning will accept them.
Whether or not a college accepts transfer credits depends on their policy and the major that the student chooses. Typically, students must have a "C" or better for any credits to transfer and must also request a transcript of their credits earned.
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Ready to enroll at Saint Francis University full-time?
Contact the Office of Admissions at
814-472-3100 or toll free at 866-342-5738
Admissions@francis.edu
FAQ
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Why take college classes during high school?
Taking college in high school courses is a wonderful way to get a head start on your college education. In addition, you will earn college credit that can be transferred to institutions across the country.
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Who can take College in High School courses?
High school students with a 3.0 or higher GPA are permitted to enroll in credit courses. This includes our Career Development Series, Online course offerings, and Dual Enrollment courses.
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Where can I take College in High School courses?
Any high school student can enroll in our Career Development Series and Online courses. The dual enrollment courses are taught by high school teachers at our partner schools.
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What courses are offered?
Dual enrollment courses vary by high school. Consult your school counselor or teachers for course offerings at your school. For a list of the Career Development courses click here.
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What is the cost for College in High School credits?
- The tuition cost for our dual enrollment courses is $58 per credit hour ($174 for a three-credit course).
- The tuition cost for our Career Development and Online courses is $200 per credit ($485 per credit for courses with a $285 scholarship applied for Fall and Spring courses).
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How do I sign up for College in High School courses?
To apply and register for College in High School courses, you must complete the College in High School Application/Registration form by the associated deadline for the course offering. In addition, all tuition costs must be paid in full at registration.
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Are College in High School courses graded?
Yes, all College in High School courses are graded according to the course requirements. The grade will be posted on the student's academic record at Saint Francis University. If you decide to attend Saint Francis University, the grade will count towards your grade point average. If you choose to attend another college or university, you can request to have your transcript sent for transfer credit.
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Can I transfer my credits to another college or university?
Yes. Typically, students must have a "C" or better for any credits to transfer. College in High School students may request their official transcript at https://www.francis.edu/Request-a-Transcript. For additional information or questions on your transcript, contact the Registrar's Office at registrar@francis.edu or 814-472-3009.
Taking college in high school courses is a wonderful way to get a head start on your college education. In addition, you will earn college credit that can be transferred to institutions across the country.
High school students with a 3.0 or higher GPA are permitted to enroll in credit courses. This includes our Career Development Series, Online course offerings, and Dual Enrollment courses.
Any high school student can enroll in our Career Development Series and Online courses. The dual enrollment courses are taught by high school teachers at our partner schools.
Dual enrollment courses vary by high school. Consult your school counselor or teachers for course offerings at your school. For a list of the Career Development courses click here.
- The tuition cost for our dual enrollment courses is $58 per credit hour ($174 for a three-credit course).
- The tuition cost for our Career Development and Online courses is $200 per credit ($485 per credit for courses with a $285 scholarship applied for Fall and Spring courses).
To apply and register for College in High School courses, you must complete the College in High School Application/Registration form by the associated deadline for the course offering. In addition, all tuition costs must be paid in full at registration.
Yes, all College in High School courses are graded according to the course requirements. The grade will be posted on the student's academic record at Saint Francis University. If you decide to attend Saint Francis University, the grade will count towards your grade point average. If you choose to attend another college or university, you can request to have your transcript sent for transfer credit.
Yes. Typically, students must have a "C" or better for any credits to transfer. College in High School students may request their official transcript at https://www.francis.edu/Request-a-Transcript. For additional information or questions on your transcript, contact the Registrar's Office at registrar@francis.edu or 814-472-3009.
Partner Schools
Institutions who share our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning
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Click to see full list
Altoona Area Senior High School
Bellefonte Area High School
Bellwood - Antis High School
Bishop Carroll Catholic High School
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
Bishop McCort High School
Blacklick Valley High School
California Area High School
Cambria Heights High School
Central Cambria High School
Central High School
Chartiers Houston High School
Clarion Area Jr/Sr High School
Claysburg - Kimmel High School
Commodore Perry High School
Conemaugh Township Area High School
Conemaugh Valley High School
Delone Catholic High School
Derry Area High School
Dover Area High School
Dubois Central Catholic High School
Ferndale Area High School
Forest Hills High School
Frazier High School
Greater Latrobe Senior High School
Hollidaysburg Area Senior High
Huntingdon Area High School
Juniata Valley High School
Kennedy Catholic High School
Laurel Highlands Senior High School
Ligonier Valley High School
Mercer Area Jr/Sr High School
Mercyhurst Preparatory School
Moshannon Valley High School
Northern Bedford County High School
Northern Cambria High School
North Star High School
Penn Cambria High School
Philipsburg - Osceola Area Sr High School
Purchase Line Jr/Sr High School
Richland High School
Rockwood Area Junior Senior High School
Roman Catholic High School
Saint Joseph's Catholic Academy
Saint Marys Area High School
Serra District Catholic High School
Seton - La Salle High School
Shanksville - Stonycreek School
Somerset Area Senior High School
State College Area High School
Trinity High School
Tussey Mountain High School
Tyrone Area Middle High School
United High School
Westmont Hilltop Senior High School
Altoona Area Senior High School
Bellefonte Area High School
Bellwood - Antis High School
Bishop Carroll Catholic High School
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
Bishop McCort High School
Blacklick Valley High School
California Area High School
Cambria Heights High School
Central Cambria High School
Central High School
Chartiers Houston High School
Clarion Area Jr/Sr High School
Claysburg - Kimmel High School
Commodore Perry High School
Conemaugh Township Area High School
Conemaugh Valley High School
Delone Catholic High School
Derry Area High School
Dover Area High School
Dubois Central Catholic High School
Ferndale Area High School
Forest Hills High School
Frazier High School
Greater Latrobe Senior High School
Hollidaysburg Area Senior High
Huntingdon Area High School
Juniata Valley High School
Kennedy Catholic High School
Laurel Highlands Senior High School
Ligonier Valley High School
Mercer Area Jr/Sr High School
Mercyhurst Preparatory School
Moshannon Valley High School
Northern Bedford County High School
Northern Cambria High School
North Star High School
Penn Cambria High School
Philipsburg - Osceola Area Sr High School
Purchase Line Jr/Sr High School
Richland High School
Rockwood Area Junior Senior High School
Roman Catholic High School
Saint Joseph's Catholic Academy
Saint Marys Area High School
Serra District Catholic High School
Seton - La Salle High School
Shanksville - Stonycreek School
Somerset Area Senior High School
State College Area High School
Trinity High School
Tussey Mountain High School
Tyrone Area Middle High School
United High School
Westmont Hilltop Senior High School