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CCRV Implementation Begins

Learn how your school division is providing Passport and UCGS pathways at no cost. As part of Virginia's CCRV initiative, each school division is required to provide qualified high school students access to a full Passport or Uniform Certificate of General Studies (UCGS) pathway at no cost. The Passport and UCGS are general education packages guaranteed to transfer to all Virginia public colleges and universities. Learn more about CCRV and Transfer Virginia.

What is Dual Enrollment

Dual Enrollment (DE) gives Virginia students the chance to take college-level courses—earning both high school and college credit—while still in high school. Whether you're preparing for a college degree, exploring career pathways, or looking to save money on tuition, DE helps you start strong and stay ahead.

Benefits of Dual Enrollment

Earn college credit at little to no cost
Explore academic and career interests early
Shorten time to degree completion
Strengthen readiness for postsecondary success
Access college advising, libraries, and support services

What is Dual Enrollment?

Dual Enrollment courses are college-level classes taken while in high school through partnerships between school divisions and colleges (typically community colleges or four-year institutions). These courses allow students to:

Earn both high school and college credit
Complete general education or career-focused coursework
Access rigorous academics and college-level expectations early

Types of DE opportunities include:

General Education DE: Courses that transfer to most public colleges and universities (e.g., English, Math, History).
Career and Technical Education (CTE) DE: Industry-aligned coursework leading to certifications, apprenticeships, or credentials.
Workforce/Apprenticeship DE: Hands-on learning tied to high-demand career fields.

Dual Enrollment Opportunities

Dual enrollment opportunities vary across Virginia but are guided by state policy and local agreements. Students can take courses:

On a college campus
At their high school (taught by qualified instructors)
Online through platforms like Virtual Virginia

Who Can Participate?

Most courses are available to 11th and 12th graders; some divisions may allow 10th graders
Students must meet academic readiness requirements (such as GPA, placement tests, or prerequisites)
Special populations—including students with disabilities, English learners, and first-generation college students—are encouraged to participate with appropriate supports in place