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Dual Credit

A College Credit Program

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Kickstart Your College Journey

Discover what it’s like to be a real college student—before you even graduate high school. Through the Dual Credit Program at the University of Mississippi, you can explore university-level courses, earn credits that count toward both diplomas, and experience academic life without committing to a major. Challenge yourself, expand your interests, and start building your college transcript with confidence.

For International Students interested in Dual Credit, please contact the Office of Pre-College Programs at precollege@olemiss.edu.

Program Overview

The Dual Credit Program gives high school students the opportunity to begin their college journey early by enrolling in real university courses that count toward both high school graduation and future college degrees. Students can explore a variety of subjects, challenge themselves with college-level academics, and start building a meaningful transcript - all without needing to choose a major.

Students may participate on campus or through a flexible online pathway. Dual Credit Online allows students to take approved university courses remotely, engage with instructors in virtual learning environments, and stay on track with their academic goals from anywhere.

Whether learning in person or online, Dual Credit students gain firsthand experience with college expectations, discover new academic interests, and build confidence long before freshman year begins.

Students may choose from available courses which vary each term. Our admissions team will work with you to select courses that fit your availability and interests.

What Students Will Learn & Do

  • Build strong college-level academic skills through rigorous, faculty-led coursework
  • Explore a wide range of subjects to uncover interests and strengths
  • Experience authentic college assignments, expectations, and learning environments while still in high school

Program Details

The program is ideal for high school students who are:

  • Motivated learners ready to take on college-level coursework 
  • Interested in exploring academic areas before selecting a major 
  • Looking to get ahead by earning transferable college credit early 
  • Self-driven and able to thrive in both structured and flexible learning environments, including online options 

For dates, eligibility, and application process, see College Credit Programs.

Costs

Based on a typical 3-credit-hour course schedule:

MS Residents: $1,250 for in-person course tuition; online students pay only a $100 per course (max: two online courses or 6 online credit hours/year), receiving a scholarship covering tuition.

Non-Residents: $2,500*

Note: Children of UM faculty/staff are eligible to receive an additional half-tuition scholarship. To receive this scholarship, please complete the Application for the Child of Faculty/Staff Award and return to the Office of Financial Aid. For more information on this scholarship award, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at (800) 891-4596 or email finaid@olemiss.edu.

*Non-resident tuition is not covered by scholarships

What’s Included

  • Tuition (billed through the Office of the Bursar like other UM students)
  • Half-tuition scholarship for in-person courses
  • Full-tuition scholarship for up to 6 credits in online courses per year, provided by the Division of Outreach

What’s Not Included

Fees such as:

  • Activity
  • Course
  • Online
  • Any other related

Ready to kickstart your college journey?