Dual Credit
Dual Credit Opportunities - Salina Area Technical College
Salina Area Technical College has articulation agreements in place with several area high schools. This enables students to earn college credit while still in high school. See your counselor for more information or visit Salina Tech's website. To apply for admission to Salina Tech, go to their Application page.
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Who Can Enroll?
- Juniors and Seniors can take college-level courses that align with their academic and career goals.
- Sophomores may be eligible for some courses, depending on prerequisites and approval from both SATC and the high school counselor.
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Course Offerings:
- General Education Courses: Courses in subjects such as Math, English, Science, and Communications that transfer to other institutions.
- Technical Programs: Hands-on training in fields like Welding, Healthcare, Business, Automotive Technology, and more.
- Certificate & Degree Pathways: Students can begin working toward a technical certificate or associate degree while in high school.
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Cost & Financial Aid:
- Tuition varies by program and course. Some technical programs may have additional fees for lab materials or tools.
- Scholarships and financial assistance may be available through Salina Tech or external funding sources.
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Enrollment & More Information:
- Students must apply for admission and meet any course prerequisites.
- Visit the Salina Tech Application Page to start the process.
Dual Credit Opportunities – Kansas State University Salina
K-State Salina offers high school students the opportunity to enroll in college courses at a reduced tuition rate. Students can take general education courses, pursue certificate programs, or get a jump-start on degree programs in fields like Aviation, Cyber Systems, Business, and Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS).
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Who Can Enroll?
- Sophomores can take Public Speaking.
- Juniors and seniors can enroll in most other courses.
- Students with a gifted IEP may start a year earlier.
- Enrollment is based on GPA, performance on previous courses, and completion of prerequisites.
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Cost:
- Tuition for the 2024-25 school year is $125.42 per credit hour (subject to change).
- Additional fees may apply for lab courses, software, or textbooks.
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Course Offerings:
- General Education Courses: These are designed to transfer to other colleges.
- Certificate Programs: Students can work toward certificates in fields like Applied Cyber Systems and UAS Technology.
- Jump Start Programs: High school students interested in K-State Salina degree programs can take introductory courses in Aviation, Business, Engineering, and more.
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Enrollment & More Information:
- Visit K-State Salina Pre-College Website for application details.
- Check the K-State Course Schedule for available courses.