I Want to Participate in Dual Enrollment
1. I want to continue with dual enrollment. What should I do?
Dual Enrollment students who are currently enrolled in a college course must complete an updated GaFutures DE funding application for the applicable academic year to continue with dual enrollment.
2. What are the dates and deadlines for each semester?
- Students must submit all required admissions items by the college deadlines for the semester.
3. What program of study major should I select on my college application?
- You can select from a number of different programs. However, Dual Enrollment students can only take courses within their program of study. Please review the program of study options prior to completing your application.
- Students planning to take General Education (Core) classes ONLY (English, Math, History, Science, etc…) should select the Early College Essentials program of study.
4. How do I change my program of study major?
- Send the completed form to DualEnrollment@GwinnettTech.edu. Be sure to note the change of major deadline on the academic calendar.
- Students can find the Program Of Study options along with the Program major codes in the Online Course Catalog
5. I can’t access my admissions application. How can I get my account unlocked?
Go to Gwinnett Tech Application portal and click Forgot Password.
6. What is the Accelerated Career Pathways Option (formerly known as Option B/SB2)?
- Accelerated Career students simultaneously earn a high school diploma AND (1) any Associates Degree or (2) any Diploma or (3) two approved Technical Certificates of Credit (TCC).
- Students must complete the following nine (9) high school courses: 2 English, 2 Math, 1 Health/PE, 2 Science, 2 Social Students (see your high school for details).
- The following Certificates are available at Gwinnett Tech:
- AE41 Auto Electrical / Electronic Systems Tech and ASG1 Automotive Chassis Technician Specialist (students must by 16 years old by the beginning of the semester for both certificates)
- DA31 Drafters Assistant and CP41 CAD Operator
- EC31 Early Childhood Care and Education Basics and CD61 Child Development Specialist
- GM31 Gas Metal Arc Welder and GTA1 Gas Tungsten Arc Welder (students must by 16 years old by the beginning of the semester for both certificates)
7. Who can access my college records (FERPA)?
- All students are protected by FERPA (Family Education Rights and Privacy Act), regardless of the age of the student. Once a student begins classes, Gwinnett Technical College is only able to speak with the student regarding admissions, schedules, grades, etc. unless there is a FERPA release form on file with the college.
- Even with a FERPA release form on file, only the student can make changes to their account. This includes adding, dropping, swapping, or withdrawing from courses, updating student information, or changing majors, or requesting transcripts. The student must be the one to request any changes are made to the student account, whether it be through email or in person.
8. What does Dual Enrollment funding cover?
- For 10 graders, Dual Enrollment funding covers tuition, mandatory institutional fees and textbooks for approved CTAE Technical courses
- For 11 and 12 graders, Dual Enrollment funding covers tuition, mandatory institutional fees and textbooks for approved CTAE Technical courses and approved Core General Education courses
9. What does Dual Enrollment funding not cover?
Refer to the Dual Enrollment Tuition Acknowledgment (DETA) form) form for a complete list of situations in which Dual Enrollment funding may not be applied
10. How can I continue with dual enrollment after my credit hours of dual enrollment funding have been exhausted?
- Students can self-pay (tuition, fees, books)
- Students in a HOPE Career Grant program of study can complete the DE Lawful Presence (DELP) Verification form to determine if they meet the eligibility requirements to receive HOPE grant and HOPE Career Grant funds to be applied towards tuition. Email DualEnrollment@GwinnettTech.edu to request the form.