Dual credit courses are rigorous, college-level classes that allow high school students to earn college credits while completing high school graduation requirements. District 214 offers more than 80 dual credit courses through partnerships with several colleges and universities. For our College World Religion course, students earn credit through Eastern Illinois University.

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Dual credit courses provide students with college-level experiences in both core and career areas, preparation for post-secondary success, and opportunities to earn early college credit, which reduces the cost and time for earning a post-secondary degree. These courses also help students discover and pursue their futures while in high school. Dual credit is recorded on the student’s high school transcript as well as on a transcript at the partner college or university. These dual credit courses will be the first grades on a student’s college academic records.

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Dual credit classes tie directly into District 214's Career Pathways program. These classes are taught either by a qualified District 214 instructor or by a college professor, typically at District 214 schools. In some cases, classes are offered on the college campus. Students who want to take dual credit courses should discuss their options with their counselor.