Dual enrollment with Jenison Public Schools

 

 

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Welcome future CMU students

Are you ready to get a head start on your college journey? This page has everything you need to explore and navigate the dual enrollment process at Central Michigan University. From eligibility requirements to application steps to resources, it’s all here to help you make the most of this exciting opportunity.

Believe it or not, you can become a CMU student in four easy steps! Fire up, and let CMU help you achieve your academic goals!

    Submit your application for dual enrollment with no application fee. You’ll only need to apply for dual enrollment for your first semester. If you’d like to continue taking classes after that, you’ll just need to complete a registration form.Submit your application for dual enrollment as early as possible, or at least three weeks before the beginning of a new CMU semester.

    Apply now

    You’ll need to submit a copy of your high school transcript. Talk to your academic advisor to see how you can have your official transcripts sent to CMU.

    Submit transcript

    Work with your academic advisor to find a dual enrollment course. Dual-enrolled students can take classes that don't require prerequisites and have open seats available. Courses tend to reach capacity, so please make multiple selections in case your first choice is not available.

    Review Fire Up! Forward courses here.

    Register for courses

    Once you’ve chosen your course(s), you’ll need to fill out a dual enrollment registration form. Make sure you talk with your academic advisor to know whether your school district is contributing toward your dual enrollment tuition or if you will be responsible for the full cost. Once we receive your application, transcript and registration form, we'll work with you and your academic advisor to enroll you in available courses.

    Submit registration form

    Returning for a second (or third or fourth) semester?

    There is no need to reapply! Work with your academic advisor to find another course through Course Search and complete another dual enrollment course registration form. Once we receive your application, transcript and registration form, we'll work with you and your academic advisor to enroll you in available courses. If you have any questions, email us at onlineprograms@cmich.edu.

    FAQ about dual enrollment and Fire up! Forward courses

      At CMU, we offer traditional dual enrollment courses that allow high school students to take any class online, on campus, and, in some cases, right in the school district. Tuition costs do not typically align with funding available for the course and families often make up that difference.

      Fire Up! Forward is a growing list of courses that align with state funding resources. This means—to those who are eligible for these courses—there are minimal tuition expenses and savings are passed along to families. Please check with your counselor about tuition costs.

      To be eligible for a CMU Fire Up!Forward dual enrollment course, you must:

      • Be enrolled in at least one high school class in a school district, public school academy or state-approved nonpublic school in Michigan.
      • Have at least one parent or legal guardian who is a resident of Michigan.
      • Hold junior or senior standing and have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher. Conditional admission may be granted through appeal.

      Currently, only Jenison High School Students and Jenison Innovation Academy students who meet the above criteria are eligible for the Fire up! Forward pricing.

      The number of courses you can take as a dual enrollment student may vary by institution and program. Be sure to check with your school's counselor to see how many courses you can take.

      Some students may choose to take only one or two courses, while others may take a full course load. Make sure to consider your workload and ensure that you can balance your dual enrollment coursework with your high school coursework and other obligations.

      Yes, dual enrollment courses can transfer to other colleges and universities.

      However, it is important to check with the institution you plan to attend to ensure that the courses you take will transfer and count towards your degree requirements. Transferability may depend on factors such as the institution's policies and the specific courses you take.

      Your ultimate guide to online student resources

      Below is a comprehensive list of online student resources, specially curated to support you throughout your academic journey. From academic assistance to student services, this guide has everything you need to succeed in your online studies.

      Everyday essential resources

      From learning how to study to managing your time, we have the resources to support your success.

      Assistance with any writing, at any level, from any discipline. The Writing Center is open to all current students, including non-native English speakers.

      Tutors are available to lend a hand with everything from basic algebra to intermediate-level statistics.

      If the course requires a proctored exam, it is the student’s responsibility to identify and designate an acceptable proctor. This page can help!

      The Central Michigan University Libraries offers a full range of services and resources to students taking classes online and at one of our centers. Wherever you're taking your classes, we will help you with your research.