Dual Credit

Want a head start on college? With dual credit courses at Bow Valley College, you can take college-level classes while you’re still in high school. You’ll earn both high school and college credits, build skills you’ll use after graduation, and get a feel for what college is really like. It’s a smart way to feel more prepared and confident when you take your next step.

Courses are offered online as well as at our downtown Calgary campus.

• Save money and time. Earn college credits now and reduce future costs.
• Become familiar with what it’s like to study at a college.
• Access supports, hands-on experiences, and small class sizes to support your success.
• Discover your interests without delaying high school.
• Build your confidence in transitioning from high school to post-secondary education once you graduate.

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Admission Requirements

Want to sign up but are you unsure if the course is the right fit for your skill level? There are no admission requirements. However, you are more likely to be successful in Open Studies courses with an English language proficiency level appropriate for the program you are interested in taking.

Please see the English language proficiency requirements page for more information.

• Dual Credit courses are recommended for students in grades 10, 11, and 12. Meet with your high school guidance counsellor to begin your application.
• Design your high school timetable to accommodate the Dual Credit program.

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Contact

For Dual Credit opportunities, students and parents should contact their high school guidance counsellor. High school staff can reach out to their school division’s liaison.

Eligibility is based on factors like attendance, commitment, and progress in required courses. School division liaisons can email dualcredit@bowvalleycollege.ca for more information.