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FAQs

Can Cedarville's dual enrollment courses satisfy high school graduation requirements?

Depending on your high school’s regulations regarding dual enrollment, Cedarville's dual enrollment courses may count for both high school and college credit, giving you a head start on college while fulfilling requirements for high school graduation. Contact your guidance counselors to discuss dual-credit options.

Is financial aid available to dual enrollment students?

You are not eligible for state or federal financial aid while participating in our dual enrollment program. Cedarville University, through the reduced dual enrollment tuition rate, provides a disount of at least $1,600 per semester to all dual enrollment students.

How can I access my dual enrollment invoice online?

Go to cedarville.edu/student and click on the CedarInfo button. Type your username and password to log in. Under the heading "Financial Transactions," choose the link "View your current invoice."

What are the technological requirements?

For most courses your computer must meet these system requirements. Some courses require an additional software purchase which must be installed and tested prior to the start of class. Individual course syllabi will specify any additional requirements.

Do online courses require labs and how are those handled?

For courses that have a lab component (e.g., Principles of Earth Science), you will receive a lab kit or virtual lab package. Then you will individually perform the lab and submit the results.

How will I obtain textbooks?

Required textbooks are listed in the syllabi and can be purchased online at the University Bookstore. Click on the Order Textbooks icon. If you experience problems with the online ordering system, please contact Rill Thompson in the bookstore by calling 937-766-3209. If you live locally, texts may be purchased at the bookstore which is located in the Stevens Student Center. Most textbooks may also be purchased through an independent online bookstore such as Amazon.com; however, some textbooks must be purchased through the Cedarville University Bookstore. Check your syllabus to confirm where your textbooks can be purchased.

Do Cedarville's dual enrollment courses include any on-campus course options for high school students?

Yes, dual enrollment students who live locally may take courses on campus. There is no on-campus housing available.

Does my performance in Cedarville University's dual enrollment program affect my college GPA?

Yes. Grades from Cedarville's dual enrollment courses become a part of your permanent academic transcript at Cedarville University.

When will I know my grades and how will I learn what they are?

Grades for online courses will be available at the same time as grades for University face-to-face classes. Since online classes usually end several days before face-to-face classes, your course grade will not be available immediately following your final exam. Copies of semester grades will be sent to the student and high school guidance counselor (if applicable) once grades have been transcripted at the end of the term. You may view your unofficial transcript by logging into CedarInfo. Under the heading “Academic (Student) Transactions,” choose the link “View your transcript”.

What if I decide to drop a course?

Before dropping courses, consult with both the University and with your high school guidance counselor, carefully considering the impact on both high school and college graduation requirements. On campus students should refer to the "Academic Information" section of the online catalog for important deadlines and requirements related to dropping a course. Since online courses currently begin some days after on-campus classes, online students will receive an email at the beginning of each semester informing them of refund policies and important deadlines for dropped online courses. To initiate the process of dropping a course, contact the coordinator for dual enrollment.

What if I decide to take a semester off?

If you decide to take a semester off, you will automatically be withdrawn from the University. To re-enroll in the program, contact the dual enrollment coordinator to obtain a Course Request Form for the upcoming term and to reactivate your file.

What if my high school break does not coincide with Cedarville University's?

You are expected to actively participate in the online course schedule provided by your instructors.

If I have applied to attend Cedarville University as a degree-seeking freshman, will my University application serve as my application to the dual enrollment program?

No, but if you are already accepted to the University as a degree-seeking freshman, you only need to complete one quick form to apply for this program: the Dual Enrollment Short Application. Contact the dual enrollment coordinator for more information.

If I am taking DE classes now and want to attend the summer residential program, Summer Studies, do I have to complete a new application?

If you are a current Dual Enrollment student, you will only need to complete the Summer DE Course Request Form to let us know you want to participate in Summer Studies. A non-refundable deposit is required for registration for the residential program for both new and continuing students. Contact the dual enrollment coordinator for the Summer DE Course Request Form.

If I am participating in dual enrollment classes and wish to attend Cedarville University as a degree-seeking freshman, what do I need to do?

If you wish to attend Cedarville University after high school, you must complete the abbreviated Undergraduate Application: Change to Degree Seeking. Additional or updated application materials may also be required for degree-seeking admission. Contact University Admissions for more information.