Dual Credit Program

Dual Credit General Information:

Dual credit is when a course, taken either on the high school or college campus, earns the student both high school and college credit simultaneously.

Benefits of Dual Credit & Dual Enrollment include:

  • Establishing a college transcript while still in high school

  • Experiencing college curriculum and instructional methods

  • Decreasing the amount of time required to complete a college degree

  • Saving money by paying reduced tuition

Current university partners: University of Louisville, Jeffersohn University, and Campbell University School of Engineering.

Manual's University Partners:

Manual students can take Dual Credit classes in partnership with the University of Louisville, Jefferson Technical and Community College, and Campbellsville University in a variety of settings. There are options to participate in dual credit on Manual's campus, on the college campus (UofL only), and online. 

Dual credit on Manual's campus

  • University of Louisville:  ENGL 101, ENGL 102, ENGL 202

  • Campbellsville University: SPA 111, SPA 112

  • JCTC: BAS 120, CIT 149, MAT 061, CHE140

Virtual Dual Credit with JCTC

  • JCTC professors monitor student progress and offer office hours for assistance. Courses follow the JCTC academic calendar and are typically completed outside the Manual school day.  Interested students must contact their school counselor.

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JCTC Online Program 

Important:  

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

Fall 2024: registration: Open March 18th, 2024

Complete duPont Manual Interest Form by May 3rd, 2024 

Spring 2025: registration opens TBA

Consultation with the school counselor ensures students are following dMHS magnet guidelines and making appropriate progression towards graduation.  

If the dual credit course is offered in-person at dMHS, students must take the course at dMHS.   

Southwest Campus:

Mike Alcorn, (502) 213-2126 or email Email Mike Alcorn

School contact: Email Dr. Jessika Benson 

dMHS Interest form: Click Here

Note:  All JCTC coursework is online.  Enrollment in JCTC online coursework does not require a specific block in your Manual schedule therefore a schedule change is not necessary.  

Dual Enrollment Programs

Dual Enrollment Programs

Louisville Scholars

Part time at duPont Manual Part time on College Campus

Deadline:  January 31, 2024

Presentation Slides for 24-25 School Year

UofL approved course list

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Western Kentucky University

Craft Academy

Morehead State University

JCPS Rotary Bridge Program

JCTC Southwest Campus

What is the cost to participate?

Dual credit classes have a maximum fee of $93 per credit hour.  

Dual credit courses are offered in partnership with a university or college, and those institutions still charge tuition for the courses. However, state regulations have set a limit of $93 per credit hour as the maximum a university can charge for dual credit coursework. State law also provides every student access to two (2) dual credit scholarships that may be used at anytime during the junior and senior year (for the 2023-2024 school year.  2023-2024 guidelines have not been released). Once these scholarships have been allocated, students are responsible for tuition to the partner institution.  

Is financial aid available?

KHEAA Dual Credit Scholarship

The Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) manages the disbursement of Dual Credit and Work Ready scholarships. For these scholarships to be processed, students must have a social security number on file, have a current KHEAA account, and request their scholarship be sent to the appropriate college or university. Counselors will assist students in setting up their KHEAA accounts and submitting scholarship preferences. Students that do not have a social security number should talk with their counselor about additional options to request a scholarship. More information about Dual Credit and Work Ready scholarships is available on the KHEAA

*Social Security number must be on file at Manual High School to qualify for KHEAA scholarships.

What are the criteria for dual enrollment with University of Louisville?

Dual Enrollment with University of Louisville

All candidates for dual credit with UofL must:

  • Meet admission criteria for the University of Louisville as a dual credit student.

  • Follow the university academic calendar.  Students may be required to purchase textbooks or other required materials. 

  • Submit an unofficial university transcript to the dual credit coordinator at Manual at the end of each term.

  • Meet pre-requisite requirements in order to enroll in higher level courses.

  • Pay tuition (at a reduced cost) or use the KY Dual Credit Scholarships.

Louisville Academy vs Crimson Scholar vs Louisville Scholars. What is the difference?

Louisville Academy students spend half their school day attending courses on campus at the University of Louisville. Selected students may enroll in up to 4 on campus courses at the University of Louisville each semester during 2 Manual High School blocks. Students in this program typically earn 12-15 college credits over the course of 1 academic year. Students will earn high school credit and college credit for completion of approved courses. It is recommended that students select courses that will fulfill high school graduation requirements and college level general education courses. Students will be required to pay tuition (at a reduced price). Coursework must be taken in person (not online) to participate in this on-campus experience. An application and interview are required components for selection in the prestigious Louisville Academy Program. Each cohort of accepted students will meet regularly with a Manual support team.
Crimson Scholar students participate in on-campus dual credit instruction with the University of Louisville during 1 Manual High School block (maximum of 2 courses per semester). Students will earn high school credit and college credit for completing approved coursework. It may only select courses that will fulfill high school graduation requirements. Students will be required to pay tuition (at a reduced price). Courses that are chosen for this on-campus experience must be taken in person (not online). An application is required to participate in the Crimson Scholars Program.

Louisville Scholar is a program that combines both previous programs into one.  Students spend 1 or 2 blocks at the University of Louisville. UofL classes will reflect on student’s Manual schedule and transcript.  Students will establish an official UL transcript.  Students are responsible for tuition (at a reduced rate). Coursework must be taken in-person (not virtual) on UofL campus.  Coursework must be selected from the list of approved courses.  Juniors are restricted to 1 course per block during their Fall semester.

Can I take anything at JCTC or UofL?

A  list of approved off campus dual credit courses are linked below.  Students must work with the Dual Credit counselor to ensure eligibility criteria for specific courses.  

Approved UofL Class list

Approved JCTC Class list 

Do I need to apply to Louisville Scholars to take a dual credit class at Manual

If you are requesting a dual credit class that is taught at Manual High School by Manual teachers you DO NOT need to apply to Louisville Scholars.    

Dual credit on Manual's campus:

  • University of Louisville:  ENGL 101, ENGL 102, ENGL 202

    • Campbellsville University: SPA 111, SPA 112

    • JCTC: CHEM 140, CIT 149 [JAVA]