Dual Enrollment

Dual Enrollment

 

Earn College Credits While In High School

Pasco-Hernando State College offers several programs for high school students that give the student a taste of college studies and campus life. These programs provide the opportunity to get a head start to earning credits toward high school graduation and college. The student's high school guidance counselor or a PHSC advisor can help to determine the high school program that best suits the student.

Dual Enrollment

High school students have the opportunity to earn college or technical credit at PHSC while taking college level course at the high school and/or the college. High school dual enrollment means the student is enrolled in high school and simultaneously enrolls in college or specific technical credit courses, taught by PHSC, which are counted toward high school graduation.

Early College Admission

Public and certain nonpublic (including home schools that have certified their curriculum meets State of Florida standards) high school students, may enroll at PHSC full time upon submission of a completed Application for Admission: Dual Enrollment High School Student form, official high school (unweighted) grade point average (GPA) documentation, and permission of the appropriate high school administrator. Credit earned applies toward high school graduation and college credit.

Early College Program

Public high school students in eleventh and twelfth grade in Pasco County can complete 30 or more credits toward their college degree when enrolled in the PHSC Collegiate High School Program.

To enroll in the Collegiate High School program, a student must contact their high school guidance counselor to obtain the appropriate paperwork.

Earn College Credit through Dual Enrollment

High school students have the opportunity to earn free college or technical credits that may apply to their graduation requirements and a college degree. Dual enrollment is a program that allows secondary students to take postsecondary coursework and simultaneously earn credit toward a high school diploma, a career certificate, an industry certification, or an associate at a Florida public or eligible private institution.

We accept the following types of dual enrollment students:

  • Public/Charter School Dual Enrollment: Students that attend any Pasco or Hernando County public or charter school who meet the eligibility requirements.
  • Private School Dual Enrollment: PHSC has agreements with several private schools to offer dual enrollment for eligible students. Please contact your high school for more information or call our office to see if your school is eligible.
  • Home Education Dual Enrollment: Homeschooled students registered with Pasco or Hernando County may take dual enrollment courses with PHSC. To submit an articulation agreement, please visit our Home School Dual Enrollment page. Home school Dual Enrollment students must have an articulation agreement on file before applying as a dual enrollment student.

Home School

Home School

Dual Enrollment for Home School Students

Step 1: Submit an Articulation Agreement

Step 2: Complete the Online DE Admissions Application via the Slate Portal

  • Click the “Apply to PHSC” link located on the Banner on the PHSC Website Homepage.
  • First-time users can click on "Create an account" to start a new application.
    • Use personal email
      • Students will receive an email to activate their account with a temporary PIN.
    • Create a password
    • Complete personal information
    • Complete additional information
      • Choose:
        • Enrollment Type: Dual Enrollment
        • Term to Start
        • Major
    • Complete military information
  • Sign and submit application.
  • Students will receive a confirmation email when submitted.
  • Students can track their application status via the Slate portal by logging in as a returning user with the credentials created to submit the application.

Step 3: Check Admission Status

  • Once the application is processed and an acceptance decision has been made, students can open their Decision Made letter in the Slate portal.
  • In about 48 hours, students will be able to view their PHSC student email address on the Slate portal.
  • A default password will be provided.

Step 4: Before Registering for Classes

Click the "MyPHSC" link located on the PHSC website homepage to log into the Bobcat Portal using a PHSC student email address and default password.

Complete both of the following found in Canvas:

  • New Student Orientation
  • Online Readiness Course

Canvas is found within the Student Quick Links on the student's MyPHSC Bobcat Portal.

  • Student must take the PERT placement test or submit CLT, SAT or ACT scores that are less than two years old to the Admissions office. To schedule a PERT test, visit the PHSC Testing Services to schedule a test. The PERT consists of three sections: Reading, Writing and Math. Students are allowed a maximum of two attempts at taking the PERT.  The test scores will determine which classes the student is eligible to take. Students must score at college level in Reading and Writing to participate in Dual Enrollment.

Step 5: Register for Classes

  • Class registration takes place beginning on specific dates for each semester, based on student grade level. For information on the registration process, please contact the Advising office.
  • For more information on academic advising meetings, visit the Advising website.
  • Complete the Dual Enrollment Registration Permission Form. This form must list the requested classes and be signed by the high school authorized signer, parent and student. Please provide this completed form and a photo ID during the advising appointment. 

Articulation

Articulation

Articulation Agreement

What is an Articulation Agreement?

The Articulation Agreement follows the policies of the State and is a contract that outlines the expectations and specific responsibilities of the two institutions (home school and college).

Important note: The Articulation Agreement Process must be repeated each academic year that the home school wishes to enroll students in PHSC’s dual enrollment program.

 

Articulation Agreement Process

Submit the following items as part of the Home School Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement application for each student:

  1. Complete, date and sign both the Dual Enrollment Home School Articulation Agreement and Information Form and Grade Level Certification or complete the DocuSign agreement on this page. By signing this Articulation Agreement, the non-public/home is certifying that the school follows Florida Statutes 1002.01 and 1002.42. (The document is available under the "Links on this page" section).
  2. Written verification of each student’s enrollment in a home education program in the Pasco or Hernando County school district. This information is available by contacting the Home Education office of the county school district:

All requested information should be submitted together. The most efficient method to submit materials is to email them to dualenrollment@phsc.edu. However, they may also be faxed to 813-527-6993, or mailed to: Assistant Dean of Accelerated Learning, Pasco-Hernando State College, 2727 Mansfield Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543.

After completing and returning the Articulation Agreement, home school families will receive an email approval.

The Articulation Agreement will be in effect from the date signed by PHSC through the end of that academic year’s summer term in accordance with the dates published in the current College Catalog and Student Handbook.

Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement Deadlines

The deadline for submission of home school dual enrollment articulation agreements are as follows:

Dual Enrollment Deadline Dates
Term Deadline Date
Fall 2025 (2026-1), August 2025 - 15-week classes June 30, 2025
Fall 2025 (2026-1B), October 2025 - 7.5-week classes August 31, 2025
Spring (2026-2), January 2026 - 15-week classes October 31, 2025
Spring (2026-2B), March 2026 - 7.5-week classes January 31, 2026
Summer (2026-3), May 2026 - 10-week and 6-week classes April 5, 2026

Private School

Private School

Dual Enrollment for Private School Students

Step 1: Student Must Verify That Their Private School Has an Articulation Agreement on File

Step 2: Complete the Online DE Admissions Application via the Slate Portal

  • Click the “Apply to PHSC” link located on the Banner on the PHSC Website Homepage.
  • First-time users can click on "Create an account" to start a new application.
    • Use personal email
      • Students will receive an email to activate their account with a temporary PIN.
    • Create a password
    • Complete personal information
    • Complete additional information
      • Choose:
        • Enrollment Type: Dual Enrollment
        • Term to Start
        • Major
    • Complete military information
  • Sign and submit application
  • Students will receive a confirmation email when submitted.
  • Students can track their application status via the Slate portal by logging in as a returning user with the credentials created to submit the application.

Step 3: Check Admission Status

  • Once the application is processed and an acceptance decision has been made, students can open their Decision Made letter located in the Slate portal.
    • In about 48 hours, students will be able to view their PHSC student email address on the Slate portal.
    • A default password will be provided.

Step 4: Before Registering for Classes

  • Click the "MyPHSC" link located on the PHSC website homepage to log into the Bobcat Portal using a PHSC student email address and default password.
  • Complete both of the following found in Canvas:
    • New Student Orientation
    • Online Readiness Course

Canvas is found within the Student Quick Links on the student's MyPHSC Bobcat Portal.

  • Student must take the PERT placement test or submit CLT, SAT or ACT scores that are less than two years old to the Admissions office. To schedule a PERT test, the student should visit the PHSC Testing Services to schedule a test. The PERT consists of three sections: Reading, Writing and Math. Students are allowed a maximum of two attempts at taking the PERT. The test scores will determine which classes the student is eligible to take. Students must score at college level in Reading and Writing to participate in Dual Enrollment.

Step 5: Register for Classes

  • Class registration takes place beginning on specific dates for each semester, based on student grade level. For information on the registration process, please contact the Advising office.
  • For more information on academic advising meetings, visit the Advising website.
  • Complete the Dual Enrollment Registration Permission Form. This form must list the requested classes and be signed by the high school authorized signer, parent and student. Please provide this completed form and a photo ID during the advising appointment.

Articulation

Articulation

Articulation Agreement

What is an Articulation Agreement?

The Articulation Agreement follows the policies of the State and is a contract that outlines the expectations and specific responsibilities of the two institutions (home school and college).

Important note: The Articulation Agreement Process must be repeated each academic year that the home school wishes to enroll students in PHSC’s dual enrollment program.

 

Articulation Agreement Process

Submit the following items as part of the Private School Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement application for each student:

  1. Complete, date and sign both the Dual Enrollment Private School Articulation Agreement and Information or complete the DocuSign agreement on this page. By signing this Articulation Agreement, the non-public/private is certifying that the school follows Florida Statutes 1002.01 and 1002.42. (The document is available under the "Links on this page" section).

 

All requested information should be submitted together. The most efficient method to submit materials is to email them to dualenrollment@phsc.edu. However, they may also be faxed to 813-527-6993, or mailed to: Assistant Dean of Accelerated Learning, Pasco-Hernando State College, 2727 Mansfield Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543.

After completing and returning the Articulation Agreement, private school administrators will receive an email approval.

The Articulation Agreement will be in effect from the date signed by PHSC through the end of that academic year’s summer term in accordance with the dates published in the current College Catalog and Student Handbook.

Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement Deadlines

The deadline for submission private school dual enrollment articulation agreements are as follows:

Dual Enrollment Deadlines
Term Deadline Date
Fall 2025 (2026-1), August 2025 - 15-week classes

June 30, 2025
Fall 2025 (2026-1B), October 2025 - 7.5-week classes August 31, 2025
Spring (2026-2), January 2026 - 15-week classes October 31, 2025
Spring (2026-2B), March 2026 - 7.5-week classes January 31, 2026
Summer (2026-3), May 2026 - 10-week and 6-week classes April 5, 2026

Public and Charter School

Public and Charter School

Dual Enrollment for Public or Charter Schools

Dual Enrollment Eligibility Requirements

  • Current student within Hernando or Pasco County School Districts
  • Students must be classified as being in sixth through twelve grade.
  • 3.0 unweighted high school GPA for college credit courses or 2.0 unweighted GPA for technical credit courses.
  • Submit qualifying test scores: In accordance with State Board of Education Rule 6A-10.0315, students must successfully complete all sections of a common placement test, through scores on a single test or combination of tests and meet all college ready cut score requirements as a prerequisite to Dual Enrollment eligibility and participation.

Once eligibility has been determined, public and charter school dual enrollment students should talk to their high school counselor or administrator before completing the dual enrollment online registration.

Step 1: Complete the Online DE Admissions Application via the Slate Portal Prior to the DE Application Deadline (See PHSC Academic Calendar)

  • Click the “Apply to PHSC” link located on the Banner on the PHSC Website Homepage.
  • First-time users can click on "Create an account" to start a new application.
    • Use personal email
      • Students will receive an email to activate their account with a temporary PIN.
    • Create a password
    • Complete personal information
    • Complete additional information
      • Choose:
        • Enrollment Type: Dual Enrollment
        • Term to Start
        • Major
    • Complete military information
  • Sign and submit application
  • Students will receive a confirmation email when submitted.
  • Students can track their application status via the Slate portal by logging in as a Returning user with the credentials created to submit the application.

Step 2: Check Admission Status

  • Once the application is processed and an acceptance decision has been made, students can open their Decision Made letter in the Slate portal.
    • In about 48 hours, students will be able to view their PHSC student email address on the Slate portal.
    • A default password will be provided.

Step 3: Visit MyPHSC located on the PHSC website homepage to Log Into The Bobcat Portal using a PHSC student email address and default password.

Complete both of the following found in Canvas:

  • New Student Orientation
  • Online Readiness Course

Canvas is found within the Student Quick Links on the student's MyPHSC Bobcat Portal.

Step 4: Course Planning Worksheet (Pasco Students Only)

  • Students should receive the Course Request Planning Worksheet from their school.
  • Fill it out with the desired dual enrollment courses.
  • Students should submit it to their high school counselor by the district’s deadline.

Step 5: Complete the Dual Enrollment Online Request Form

  • Students should use their PHSC student email to log in.
  • The Online Request Form/Dynamic Form link is located on the Dual Enrollment Public or Charter Schools page under the “Links on this page" section.
  • Select the high school attending for the high school counselor
  • Provide parent name and email address
  • Select the high school attending for PHSC
  • Students need to complete the form with their information
  • Check the box to accept terms and conditions
  • Select desired courses and locations wanting to take DE courses for the current semester only (see note below).
  • Sign and submit
Note: If a dual enrollment course is available at the student's high school and/or via Pasco eSchool, the student must select to take it there.

 

Step 6: Parent/Guardian Signature

  • Once a student has completed and submitted the Dynamic Form, the parent/guardian will receive an email notification and link to log into the Dynamic Form.
  • First-time users will be asked to create an account using the link provided.
  • Parents must log in and digitally sign the Terms and Conditions.
  • This must be completed by the district deadline.

 

Note: If the parent did not receive an email, the student may log on to their dynamic form to verify that the parent's email is correct and make any necessary changes.

 

Step 7: High School Counselor Submission

  • Once the parent has signed and submitted the Dynamic Form, the high school counselor will receive the form to approve.
  • The counselor uploads the student's high school transcripts containing the student's:
    • Unweighted GPA
    • Test scores
  • Submit all documentation by the deadline.

Step 8: PHSC Review

  • Once the high school counselor signs and submits the Online Request Form/Dynamic Form, the student's assigned PHSC Advisor receives the form to process.
  • The PHSC Academic Advisor will:
    • Review the student's request
    • Approve or deny each course based on academic history, test scores and prerequisites.

Step 9: Registration

  • The student will receive a list of course approvals and/or denials in their student email.
  • The student will need to follow PHSC’s registration dates and procedures based on their grade level.
  • To register for approved courses, students need to log onto their MyPHSC Bobcat Portal, open the Student Dashboard and select “Registration.”
  • Select “Register for Classes” to begin the registration process.
  • Students can select the approved number of courses based on their grade level, interest, modality and/or test scores.

 

Note: Public school DE students must register for the full term only as they are not eligible for the shorter terms.