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 Credit: 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 credit courses cost much less than a traditional college class!
- Career Development Series: Explore career paths in Business, Health, STEM, and Education while earning SFU credits. You’ll join like-minded students in an online classroom taught by SFU professors.
- Online Courses: High School students may take select online courses through the Division of Professional Studies. 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 Credit
-
About Dual Credit
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 credit courses, as well as the approved instructors, meet the standards of the appropriate academic department at Saint Francis University.
The dual credit 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.
-
Dual Credit Deadlines
Dual Credit Deadlines
2024-2025 Academic Year
Offering Application Deadline
Drop Deadline
(Refundable)
Withdraw Deadline
(Non-Refundable)
Full Year October 14, 2024 October 27, 2024 November 10, 2024 Fall Semester October 14, 2024 October 27, 2024 November 10, 2024 Spring Semester March 3, 2025 March 16, 2025 March 30, 2025
-
Dual Credit Tuition Cost
The dual credit tuition cost for the 2024-2025 Academic Year is $65 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 credit courses, as well as the approved instructors, meet the standards of the appropriate academic department at Saint Francis University.
The dual credit 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.
Dual Credit Deadlines
2024-2025 Academic Year | |||
| Offering | Application Deadline | Drop Deadline | Withdraw Deadline |
| Full Year | October 14, 2024 | October 27, 2024 | November 10, 2024 |
| Fall Semester | October 14, 2024 | October 27, 2024 | November 10, 2024 |
| Spring Semester | March 3, 2025 | March 16, 2025 | March 30, 2025 |
The dual credit tuition cost for the 2024-2025 Academic Year is $65 per credit hour. Payment for tuition will be due at the time of registration.
Career Development Series Information & Offerings
-
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.
-
Course Offerings & Deadlines
Career Development Series*
Career Development Series
Career Pathway Fall Semester Spring Semester Business BUS 101: Wall Street 101 MKTG 101: Introduction to Marketing BUSA 103: Advanced Excel with Business Applications Health Science PUBH 101: Introduction to Public Health Medical Terminology PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology PSYC 205: Psychopathology Education EDUC 231: Child Growth & Development EDUC 150: Educational Psychology Technology/Engineering ENGR 111: Introduction to Engineering and STEM CPSC 111: Introduction to Computer Science and Cybersecurity Science BIOL 105: Human Biology CHEM 105: Chemistry in the Community
*Schedule is subject to change based on enrollment and instructor availability
Career Development Series Deadlines
2024-2025 Academic Year
Offering Application Deadline
Drop Deadline
(Refundable)
Withdraw Deadline
(Non-Refundable)
Fall Semester August 19, 2024 September 2, 2024 November 10, 2024 Spring Semester January 8, 2025 January 23, 2025 March 28, 2025
-
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.
Career Development Series*
Career Development Series | ||
|---|---|---|
| Career Pathway | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
| Business | BUS 101: Wall Street 101 | MKTG 101: Introduction to Marketing |
| BUSA 103: Advanced Excel with Business Applications | ||
| Health Science | PUBH 101: Introduction to Public Health | Medical Terminology |
| PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology | PSYC 205: Psychopathology | |
| Education | EDUC 231: Child Growth & Development | EDUC 150: Educational Psychology |
| Technology/Engineering | ENGR 111: Introduction to Engineering and STEM | CPSC 111: Introduction to Computer Science and Cybersecurity |
| Science | BIOL 105: Human Biology | CHEM 105: Chemistry in the Community |
*Schedule is subject to change based on enrollment and instructor availability
Career Development Series Deadlines
2024-2025 Academic Year | |||
| Offering | Application Deadline | Drop Deadline | Withdraw Deadline |
| Fall Semester | August 19, 2024 | September 2, 2024 | November 10, 2024 |
| Spring Semester | January 8, 2025 | January 23, 2025 | March 28, 2025 |
$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.
Online Courses
High School students have the opportunity to participate in select online courses offered through the Division of Professional Studies.
-
Course Offerings & Deadlines
Spring 2025 - Online Offerings*
Spring I (1/13/25 to 3/9/25) Spring II (3/10/25 to 5/7/25) HIST 103: US History to 1877, 3 credits ECON 102: Principles of Microeconomics, 3 credits MUS 101: Introduction to Music, 3 credits FTAE 105: Introduction to Franciscan Theology, 3 credits SOC 102: American Society and It's Problems, 3 credits STAT 101: Elementary Statistics, 3 credits Full Spring Semester (1/13/2025 to 5/7/2025) PUBH 110: Concepts of Health and Disease, 3 credits
*Schedule subject to change based on enrollment and instructor availability.
Online Course Deadlines
2024-2025 Academic Year
Offering Application Deadline
Drop Deadline
(Refundable)
Withdraw Deadline
(Non-Refundable)
Fall Full Semester
(16 week course) August 19, 2024 September 1, 2024 October 30, 2024 Fall I - First Half
(8 week course) August 19, 2024 August 29, 2024 September 15, 2024 Fall II - Second Half
(8 week course) October 14, 2024 October 27, 2024 November 10, 2024 Spring Full Semester
(16 week course) January 6, 2025 January 19, 2025 March 24, 2025 Spring I - First Half
(8 week course) January 6, 2025 January 19,2025 February 2, 2025 Spring II - Second Half
(8 week course) March 3, 2025 March 16, 2025 March 30, 2025
-
Online Courses Tuition Cost (Professional Studies)
$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.
Spring 2025 - Online Offerings*
| Spring I (1/13/25 to 3/9/25) | Spring II (3/10/25 to 5/7/25) |
|---|---|
| HIST 103: US History to 1877, 3 credits | ECON 102: Principles of Microeconomics, 3 credits |
| MUS 101: Introduction to Music, 3 credits | FTAE 105: Introduction to Franciscan Theology, 3 credits |
| SOC 102: American Society and It's Problems, 3 credits | |
| STAT 101: Elementary Statistics, 3 credits | |
| Full Spring Semester (1/13/2025 to 5/7/2025) | |
| PUBH 110: Concepts of Health and Disease, 3 credits | |
*Schedule subject to change based on enrollment and instructor availability.
Online Course Deadlines
2024-2025 Academic Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Offering | Application Deadline | Drop Deadline | Withdraw Deadline |
| Fall Full Semester (16 week course) | August 19, 2024 | September 1, 2024 | October 30, 2024 |
| Fall I - First Half (8 week course) | August 19, 2024 | August 29, 2024 | September 15, 2024 |
| Fall II - Second Half (8 week course) | October 14, 2024 | October 27, 2024 | November 10, 2024 |
| Spring Full Semester (16 week course) | January 6, 2025 | January 19, 2025 | March 24, 2025 |
| Spring I - First Half (8 week course) | January 6, 2025 | January 19,2025 | February 2, 2025 |
| Spring II - Second Half (8 week course) | March 3, 2025 | March 16, 2025 | March 30, 2025 |
$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.
-
Grades
-
Drop a Class
-
Withdrawal from Class
-
Transfer of Credits
-
Admissions Info
-
Student Handbook
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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 814-472-3009Although 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.
-
Admissions Information
To participate in the College in High School Program offerings, you will need to fill out the College in High School Application/Registration Form. On this form, you will be asked to:
- Provide student information(name, address, email, etc...)
- Select the course(s) that you would like to enroll
- Provide parental consent
Upon submission, you will be asked to submit payment for the total tuition cost through the PayPal Payment system. You do not need a PayPal account to make this payment, you can submit the payment as a guest.
Saint Francis University will process the application and register you a for the appropriate course(s). You will receive a confirmation email within 2 business days.
Questions?
College in High School Coordinator
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 -
Download the complete Student Handbook here.
Questions?
Have questions about the college in high school program? Our team is ready to help! Email us at chs@francis.edu.
FAQ
-
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.
-
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 Credit courses.
-
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 credit courses are taught by high school teachers at our partner schools.
-
What courses are offered?
Dual credit 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.
- To view all Online Courses offered through the Division of Professional Studies click here.
- View the Course Catalog.
-
What is the cost for College in High School credits?
- The tuition cost for our dual credit courses is $65 per credit hour ($195 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).
-
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.
-
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.
-
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 Credit courses.
Any high school student can enroll in our Career Development Series and Online courses. The dual credit courses are taught by high school teachers at our partner schools.
Dual credit 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.
- To view all Online Courses offered through the Division of Professional Studies click here.
- View the Course Catalog.
- The tuition cost for our dual credit courses is $65 per credit hour ($195 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
-
Click to see full list
Please use the locations tab at the Middle States Commission at Higher Education to see the institutions who share out commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
Please use the locations tab at the Middle States Commission at Higher Education to see the institutions who share out commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.