Dual Enrollment Maryland | High School

ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

FOR FALL 2022

We are here to serve you! Visit our Fall 2022 page for step-by-step instructions on enrolling. Remember, if you have questions or concerns along the way, reach out to us via email or phone. We are happy to help!

ENROLL FOR FALL 2022 or EMAIL ADMISSIONS or CALL US at 410-822-5400, ext 2240

I am currently enrolled in high school in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, or Talbot County as a junior or senior and I wish to take courses at Chesapeake for college credit and possibly transfer them back to my home high school.

Why Consider Dual Enrollment?

Experience college work while still in high school.
Earn college credits that will appear on a Chesapeake College transcript and may transfer back to the high school.
Earn college credit that may transfer to many in- and out-of-state colleges.
Save money, since Dual Enrollment students pay only 75% of the regular tuition.
Explore different fields of study.

Who Can Participate?

To participate in Dual Enrollment through the high school and Chesapeake College, a high school student:

Must be a high school junior or senior and
Must be at least 16 years old and
Must possess a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater and
Must receive approval from the high school guidance counselor or authorizer to participate and parent/guardian approval and
Be enrolled in one of the public school systems in the college's service region (must be a resident of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, or Talbot County) or in a non-profit institution offering instruction at the secondary level that is either operating with a Certificate of Approval issued by the Maryland State Department of Education or registered with the Department as a Church Exempt School.

NOTE: Many home-schooled students may be eligible to participate in this program. Please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@chesapeake.edu or 410-822-5400 ext. 2240 or 2287 for more information.

When and How Can I Participate?

Meet with your guidance counselor to find out if you are eligible to participate in the Dual Enrollment Program.
Apply for Admission. Complete the admissions application online at: apply online.
Our admissions counselors will help you determine your course options.
- 2.5 GPA for general education courses with no developmental pre-requisites
- Minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA for English
- Minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA and C or higher in Algebra 2 for math and science
- Students with 504 or IEP plans should meet with our Accessibility and Student Compliance Coordinator.
Email a completed Dual Enrollment Certification and Grant form to your admissions counselor prior to registration.
Register for courses with an admissions counselor.
Find your statement and pay your bill on the MyCampus Student Portal.
Purchase your textbooks. Visit the Barnes & Noble bookstore on the Wye Mills campus or online: chesapeake.bncollege.com.
Attend classes! Always email admissions@chesapeake.edu with any questions or concerns!

Payment of Tuition, Fees & Financial Assistance

Chesapeake College charges Dual Enrollment students tuition at a 25% discount plus applicable college fees for credit courses. Tuition is further discounted for public school students by 10% (paid by the local Board of Education) for the first four Dual Enrollment courses taken by a student. Local Boards of Education pay 100% of the tuition (but not the fees) for free/reduced lunch-eligible students for the first four Dual Enrollment courses. If you have questions regarding courses, tuition or fees, please contact the Admissions Office at admissions@chesapeake.edu or 410-822-5400 ext. 2240 or2287. Students who drop a course after classes have begun are subject to any drop fees or tuition due as stated in the refund schedule established by the Business Office.
Notes: High school students may enroll in summer session courses, but Dual Enrollment tuition discounts do not apply. High school students pay full tuition and fees for any developmental/noncredit course taken.
Grant Guidelines for All Applicants: Submit a Dual Enrollment Certification and Grant form application each semester to be considered for funding. For priority consideration, apply by May 15th for fall semester and December 10th for spring semester. Awards are based on available funds. Students demonstrating financial need are given first priority. Students must be registered for college courses for grant consideration, wait listed courses are not eligible. All grants may be awarded for up to four semesters, pending availability of funds. Dual Enrollment students must receive a final grade of A, B, or C in all college classes for future grant consideration. Individual Grant details and requirements provided on the Dual Enrollment Certification and Grant form.
Note: Federal financial aid is not available to (high school) dual enrollment students. Seniors may apply for FAFSA beginning October 1st of their senior year.

Any Questions?

For more information, students should contact Chesapeake College's Office of Admissions at admissions@chesapeake.edu or 410-822-5400 ext. 2240 or 2287. Fax: 410-827-5878.