Dual Degree
Overview
The Dual Degree program provides selected in-district high school juniors the opportunity to complete their Associate in Arts or Associates in Science degree while they complete their high school diploma simultaneously. Students attend classes at Triton College that will fulfill the requirements for their high school diploma and associate degree, authorizing students to move on to complete their bachelor’s degree.
Degree Options
Associate in Arts (A.A.) Associate in Science (A.S.)
Program Timeline
- Fall Semester – Triton College shares Dual Degree program information with High School Partners for the following academic year.
- Early Spring – High School submits selected Dual Degree student information to Triton College.
- Mid – Spring – Triton College sends a welcome packet to Dual Degree cohort with the next steps.
- May/June – Dual Degree cohort attend mandatory Dual Degree Orientation.
- July - Newly accepted dual degree cohort attend mandatory summer course.
- August - Newly accepted dual degree cohort starts fall semester classes.
Program Requirements
- Attend the Dual Degree Orientation and summer course.
- Attend all registration and mid-term check-ins with the Early College Academic Advisor.
- Adhere to all college policies that pertain to traditional on-campus college students.
- Adhere to college course requirements and learning outcomes.
- Follow the college calendar.
High School Partnership
High schools are responsible for determining student selection criteria, sponsoring tuition, fees, and any out-of-pocket course expenses, as well as covering the cost of all courses, including but not limited to course repeats, developmental courses, and summer courses. They also make the final decision regarding the participation of Dual Degree program students each semester.
For more information on the Dual Degree program, please contact your high school counselor or the Early College team, earlycollege@triton.edu.