At BLC, we offer an exciting dual enrollment opportunity in partnership with Bucks County Community College. Through this agreement, BLC members can take college courses at a significantly reduced tuition rate, starting as early as ninth grade. Here's everything you need to know about dual enrollment and how it can benefit a teen.

What is Dual Enrollment?

Dual enrollment allows high school students, including those registered as homeschoolers, to take college courses and earn both high school and college credits simultaneously. This program provides flexibility, a head start on higher education, and the chance to explore interests at a college level.

Through our special agreement with Bucks County Community College, BLC members can access discounted tuition, waived fees, and support services. This makes it an affordable and practical way to begin earning college credits while still in high school. Additionally, Bucks Community College offers a variety of courses that fulfill both high school graduation requirements and college-level general education.

Key Benefits:

  • Reduced Tuition: $260 for three-credit courses and $390 for four-credit courses (compared to $696 and $928 respectively for regular tuition and fees).
  • Waived Fees: No additional college service, activity, or technology fees.
  • Flexible Eligibility: Start as early as 9th grade.
  • Wide Course Selection: Take classes that meet your academic goals and interests.

How Does It Work?

  1. Meet Eligibility Requirements:
    • You must be a BLC member.
    • Enrollment starts in 9th grade or later.
    • Specific placement test scores or course prerequisites may be required for some courses. 
  2. Apply for the Program:
    • Let your BLC mentor know that you intend to enroll as a Dual Enrollment student.
    • Work with your mentor to choose courses that fit your goals.
    • Complete the online application. 
    • Take placement tests. For more information, visit Bucks County Community College's placement testing page. 
  3. Earn Credits:
    • Successfully complete courses to earn college credits that can also fulfill educational requirements for a PA homeschool high school diploma.
    • Courses taken through Bucks County Community College will appear on both your high school transcript and college transcript.
    • With accumulated credits, you can work toward an associate degree, transfer to a four-year program, and save time and money on your college education.

Other Dual Enrollment Options in the Area

In addition to our agreement with Bucks County Community College, you can explore other dual enrollment programs, such as the Advance at College program at Community College of Philadelphia, which offers flexible placement testing and financial aid for Philadelphia residents.