For many students, getting into college is just the beginning – staying enrolled and crossing the finish line is a whole other challenge. Nationwide, only about half of students who begin college earn a degree within six years, often due to financial pressures, work and family demands, and unclear paths to graduation.*
Dual enrollment programs help improve those odds by letting students earn college credit in high school, while building the skills and confidence that make the leap to college smoother.
“It’s a great opportunity for high school students to save money and get a head start in college,” said Adam Eynon, a former high school teacher, K12 administrator, and now Director of Dual Enrollment at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) in South Lake Tahoe. “And it’s not just for students in AP classes – it’s for any student who wants to take control of their education.”
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