Auburn University has launched its dual-enrollment program to expand its reach and provide access and affordability to more high school students who want to attend the land-grant institution.
The Auburn First program provides dual-enrollment opportunities for high school students beginning in 10th grade. Under the program, eligible students are allowed to complete up to 24 hours of Auburn credit before graduating from high school.
Key Takeaways:
- Auburn University provides dual-enrollment opportunities for high school students through the Auburn First program.
- The program provides an accessible and affordable pathway for students.
- The Auburn First dual-enrollment program was designed as a springboard for students to start their collegiate academic courses.
The dual-enrollment program at Auburn was reimagined in 2018 and now aids students with an unweighted cumulative grade point average of 3.0, or better, with comprehensive online coursework as a means of support. The program was designed as a springboard for students looking for ways to jumpstart their collegiate academic courses.
Not only does the Auburn First program provide an accessible and affordable pathway for students, but it also gives potential Auburn students the opportunity to complete college-level coursework before stepping on campus.
The program is also deemed beneficial in helping students decrease the time that they need to complete a degree while providing them valuable experience and self-worth in handling college-level classes.
The courses cost about a third of the on-campus rate as program organizers are committed to keeping costs at a minimum for participants and students.
Auburn has also assured that tuition waivers are available for students with demonstrated financial needs.
Auburn’s program has manifested considerable success in recent years, aligning with nearly 160 high schools throughout Alabama to provide dual-enrollment options.
Recently, the program has expanded to include Fulton County, Georgia, students beginning fall 2022.
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