FAQs and answers for High School Concurrent Enrollment
You may be eligible to participate in an exciting and challenging academic program allowing the opportunity to earn credit toward high school graduation while earning college credit for the future. Make sure you clearly understand the opportunities and responsibilities you will accept if electing to participate in Concurrent Enrollment.
- How do I apply and registration for classes?
Return to the "Student" page and select "Get Started Here". It will walk you through the application process for UVU and the registration process for specific UVU Concurrent classes. - Are there prerequisites for Concurrent Enrollment?
A 3.0 cumulative GPA is required. A 2.0 cumulative GPA is acceptable for Career Technology Education classes. These should be checked by high school personnel. Some classes have grade in school restrictions. These are listed next to each course on the "Course Listings" page. English, math, and biology courses have additional requirements. These must be submitted to the high school site coordinator prior to registration. Check with your Concurrent Enrollment coordinator for information about and practice materials for taking the UVU Assessment tests.
English: Student must be a senior and have a 3.0 GPA in 10th and 11th grade English classes. Student must also have an English ACT score of 19 and a Reading ACT score of 19. Student may substitute these scores with a UVU Compass Assessment Reading score of 77 and Compass Assessment Writing score of 80.
Math: Student must have a 3.0 GPA in Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. Math 1050/1060 student must have a Math ACT score of 23 or a grade of C or better from a Math 1010 course. Student may substitute this ACT score with a UVU Compass Assessment Algebra score of 70 or College Algebra score of 50.
Biology: Student must have an English ACT score of 19. Student may substitute this score with a UVU Compass Assessment Reading score of 77. - How do I check my progress and grades?
This is a high school course with a high school instructor approved to grant UVU credit, so attendance and progress will be recorded on the high school's progress/grading system. It is important to check this frequently. At the end of each quarter, the high school instructor submits a grade to the high school. At the end of the year, the instructor submits a grade to UVU. This grade is permanent on your college transcript. Nothing will be mailed home, so check the submitted grade on UV Link for accuracy. If a grade is not showing online, or if it is incorrect, contact the high school Concurrent Enrollment instructor. - What about textbooks?
High school classes provide all college textbooks. There is no extra charge to the student. - What kind of credit am I earning? How does it apply toward a degree? Does it transfer?
This varies from class to class. Look at the high school course catalog or the UVU course catalog online. If you have questions about how this applies to high school graduation, contact your student's high school counselor. If you have questions about how this applies to a college degree, please go to the "Student" page and select "Degree Requirements" or contact UVU Academic Advising at 863-8425. Credit is awarded through UVU. Classes transfer to all colleges and universities throughout Utah. It is wise to check with the receiving institution as to how the credit will be applied. To access information about transferring of credit, please go to the "Student" page and select "Transfer Credit." - What happens if I do poorly in a college class?
If you realize that you cannot succeed in a particular class, the first step is to contact the high school instructor and high school counselor. If it is determined that it is best to drop the course, talk with your Concurrent Enrollment site coordinator. The coordinator will inform you of deadlines and proper drop procedures. If you drop a class before the deadline, it will show a "W" on your transcript, which means an official withdrawal. If it is past the drop deadline and/or you do not properly drop the class with our office, it will show a "UW", which means an unofficial withdrawal and is equal to a failing grade. A "W" grade can be replaced by retaking the course in a subsequent semester. You must maintain a 2.0 GPA to be in good standing with UVU. If your GPA drops below a 2.0, visit the Academic Standards on the "Student" page. Extra-curricular eligibility, high school graduation, scholarships, financial aid, and approval for certain courses or programs may be affected by poor grades. - Who do I contact if I have questions or problems?
Each high school has an assigned Concurrent Enrollment site coordinator. These names are listed at the top of the "Course Listings" pages. We want you to be well informed and understand this program. If difficulties arise, communicate them with your Concurrent Enrollment instructor, coordinator, or high school counselor. You may also contact our office at 863-8376. We are committed to helping you student succeed in this academic transition program. - What benefits do I receive?
Concurrent Enrollment students may get a student ID card at Campus Connection located in the Student Center at UVU. This allows you access to the library, labs, tutoring, athletic facilities, and discounted attendance to school activities. You may purchase a UTA bus or TRAX sticker for $5.00. Concurrent Enrollment students may also join and participate in UVU student clubs. - Where do I get other information about UVU?
A lot of interesting and helpful information is on the UVU web page, www.uvsc.edu . This will give you many options to explore UVU. You are also invited to visit the college campus. Contact the Perspective Student Services Office at 863-8811 for a campus tour or for other information.
