"The average high-school graduate will earn about $1 million less over their lifetime than the average four-year-college graduate. The average person without a four-year college degree lives about eight years less than the average four-year-college grad. Thirty-five percent of high-school graduates are obese, compared with 27 percent of four-year-college grads. High-school grads are much less likely to get married, and women with high-school degrees are about twice as likely to divorce within 10 years of marrying as women with college degrees. Nearly 60 percent of births to women with a high-school degree or less happen out of wedlock; that’s roughly five times higher than the rate for women with at least a bachelor’s degree. The opioid death rate for those with a high-school degree is about 10 times higher than for those with at least a bachelor’s degree.

The most significant gap may be social. According to an American Enterprise Institute study, nearly a quarter of people with a high-school degree or less say they have no close friends, whereas only 10 percent of those with college degrees or more say that. Those whose education doesn’t extend past high school spend less time in public spaces, less time in hobby groups and sports leagues. They’re less likely to host friends and family in their home."

With this data, how could you not take advantage of a dual enrollment opportunity?

Imagine getting a head start on college while still in high school. That’s exactly what dual enrollment offers! Dual enrollment allows high school students to take college courses, earning both high school and college credit at the same time.

Why should you take advantage of this opportunity? First, it saves you money—college courses can be expensive, but dual enrollment is free to all high school students! Second, it saves you time—by earning college credits early, you can graduate faster and enter the workforce sooner. Third, it prepares you for the future—taking college-level courses now helps you develop study skills, responsibility, and confidence, making the transition to college much smoother.

Whether you want to lighten your future college workload, challenge yourself academically, or save money, dual enrollment is a powerful tool to help you reach your goals. Take control of your education and set yourself up for success. Consider registering today!

Maybe you want to learn a skill or trade and become certified?

Or, you just want to take a course for fun or enjoyment?

College while in high school is free and for every student!

Dual enrollment can help you save time and money, challenge yourself with college-level work, and even boost your college applications. Plus, it gives you a head start on exploring careers and majors before you graduate. Imagine walking into college already ahead of the game!

If you're interested, let’s talk about how you can get started, which courses are a good fit, and how this could set you up for future success. Come see me in the counseling office—I’d love to help you take advantage of this opportunity!