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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