High School Dual Credit

High school juniors and seniors within South Dakota are eligible to participate in the dual credit program if they meet any of the following requirements:

1. High school junior eligible to enroll in a high school in South Dakota who meets one of the following requirements:
   1. earn an ACT composite score of 24 reflective of the 70th percentile.
   2. rank in upper one-third of their graduating class.
   3. earn a cumulative GPA of at least 3.50 on a 4.0 scale.

OR

2. High school senior eligible to enroll in a high school in South Dakota who meets one of the following requirements:
   1. earn an ACT composite score of 21 reflective of the 50th percentile.
   2. rank in the upper one-half of their graduating class.
   3. earn a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 on a 4.0 scale.

OR

3. High School junior or senior eligible to enroll in a high school in South Dakota meeting Undergraduate admissions requirements:
   1. ACT score of 18 (or 21 for USD and SDSMT); and
   2. Successful completion of coursework Requirements:
      1. Four Years of English
      2. Three years of advanced mathematics
      3. Three years of laboratory science
      4. Three years of social studies
      5. One year of fine arts

OR

4. High School junior or senior eligible to enroll in a high school in South Dakota who meet the benchmark scores on one of the assessments listed below:
   1. Smarter Balanced – Score Level 3 or higher on the English Language Arts AND Mathematics 11th Grade Assessments.
   2. PreACT Exam Composite Score of 24 or higher
   3. ACCUPLACER Next Generation (QAS - Score 255 or higher AND Writing Score 263 or higher)

To apply, visit the South Dakota Board of Regents High School Dual Enrollment website.

Home School students will need to complete a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the South Dakota Department of Education. Complete the Alternative Instruction Notification MOU.

Students wishing to take Math or English courses must meet the ACT requirements or successfully complete a placement exam. Refer to the links below for placement tables:

• English Placement
• Math Placement

If a student has not taken the ACT, the College Board Accuplacer is then used to determine their placement into English 101 or Math 114. Please visit the Academic Testing Center for more information about the Accuplacer or to schedule an appointment to take the exam.

Students must meet major requirements in addition to general education requirements. Students should consult the dual credit coordinator and reference the Academic Advising Guide Sheets to determine the appropriate general education requirements for their specific major.

Students are able to choose from a number of on-campus and online general education courses.

Dual credit courses are offered by South Dakota State University’s world renowned faculty members and follow SDSU’s processes for admissions, registration, billing and grade reporting.

Dual Credit Courses

Majors in this option offer a wide range of degree programs aimed at preparing graduates to meet the many challenges of feeding and sustaining a rapidly growing global population.

Examples of careers in this option include:

The list of majors in this option can be viewed below. Find advising guide sheets.

Suggested general education courses

If the student is considering a major in this option, the following general education courses are suggested.

Note that general education courses vary by academic program. Consult the advising guide regarding the program of interest, talk with a high school guidance counselor, or contact Continuing and Distance Education by email or at 605-688-4154 to determine which courses would be the best fit.

** Enrollment based on placement

Majors in this option offer a wide range of degree programs aimed at preparing graduates to meet the many challenges of feeding and sustaining a rapidly growing global population.

Examples of careers in this option include:

• soil conservationist
• wildlife biologist
• dairy product development specialist
• biotechnologist
• livestock nutritionist
• forensic scientist
• applied research and product development
• drug discovery

The list of majors in this option can be viewed below. Find advising guide sheets.

Suggested general education courses

If the student is considering a major in this option, the following general education courses are suggested.

Note that general education courses vary by academic program. Consult the advising guide regarding the program of interest, talk with a high school guidance counselor, or contact Continuing and Distance Education by email or at 605-688-4154 to determine which courses would be the best fit.

** Enrollment based on placement

Ready for a rewarding career in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM)? We prepare our students for the future through a rigorous, practical education focused on problem-solving in one of many STEM majors.

Students can also enhance their degree with many options for real-life work experience right here in Brookings or nearby. Most of our students complete part-time work in their major before graduation at nearby engineering and manufacturing companies who are eager to hire our students and graduates.

Examples of careers in this option include:

• Mechanical engineer
• Electrical engineer
• Civil engineer
• Agricultural and biosystems engineer
• Software engineer
• Computer programmer
• Data scientist
• Actuary
• Electronic engineering technician
• Operations manager
• Construction manager
• Precision agriculture technician

The list of majors in this option can be viewed below. Find advising guide sheets.

• Agricultural and biosystems engineering
• Civil engineering
• Computer science
• Construction management
• Data science
• Electrical engineering
• Electronics engineering technology
• Operations Mm
• Mathematics
• Mechanical engineering

Suggested general education courses

If the student is considering a major in this option, the following general education courses are suggested.

Note that general education courses vary by academic program. Consult the advising guide regarding the program of interest, talk with a high school guidance counselor, or contact Continuing and Distance Education by email or at 605-688-4154 to determine which courses would be the best fit.

* Enrollment based on placement
** Course selection depends on selection of major. Please contact Alaina Corgard for more information.

The Health Science option provides undergraduate programs in Athletic Training, Nutrition and Dietetics, Exercise Science, Health Education and Physical Education. The integration of academic programs, which focus on nutrition, health, recreation, exercise and human performance, provides students and faculty with unique opportunities to collaborate and to promote interaction among students in different majors with a common focus on promoting health through proper nutrition and physical activity.

Examples of careers in this option include:

• Athletic trainer
• Dietetic technician
• Medical lab technician
• Nurse 
• Pharmacist

The list of majors in this option can be viewed below. Find advising guide sheets.

• Athletic training
• Exercise science
• Health education
• Medical laboratory science
• Nursing
• Nutrition and dietetics
• Pharmacy
• Pre-professional interest areas

Suggested general education courses

If the student is considering a major in this option, the following general education courses are suggested.

Note that general education courses vary by academic program. Consult the advising guide regarding the program of interest, talk with a high school guidance counselor, or contact Continuing and Distance Education by email or at 605-688-4154 to determine which courses would be the best fit.

** Enrollment based on placement

 Students in the majors in this option will be provided the intellectual fabric and foundation for transforming student passion and creativity into a lifetime of discovery and opportunities for success. Students thrive in an atmosphere of engaged teaching and learning, interdisciplinary research and partnerships in meaningful service.

Examples of careers in this option include:

• Photographer
• Interior designer
• Publisher
• Graphic designer
• Architect
• Translator
• Broadcast journalist
• Museum curator
• Musician
• Stage Manager

The list of majors in this option can be viewed below. Find advising guide sheets.

Suggested general education courses

If the student is considering a major in this option, the following general education courses are suggested.

Note that general education courses vary by academic program. Consult the advising guide regarding the program of interest, talk with a high school guidance counselor, or contact Continuing and Distance Education by email or at 605-688-4154 to determine which courses would be the best fit.

** Enrollment based on placement