Pre-College On-Campus Enrollment

Junior and senior high school students may enrich and expand their education experiences by enrolling in select on-campus classes at Taylor University in the fall and spring semesters. When the courses are satisfactorily completed, you’ll be awarded full college credit to continue your studies at Taylor after graduation. Dual enrollment credits may be evaluated for transfer by other colleges and universities.

(Looking for online dual-enrollment courses? Check out the options here.)

Who Qualifies for On-Campus Dual Enrollment

  • High school juniors and seniors
  • 3.0 or higher grade point average
  • Rank in the top 20% of their class
  • Recommended by the high school guidance counselor
  • Agree to abide by the Life Together Covenant

How to Register

  1. Complete the Pre-College Dual Enrollment Application.
  2. Sign the Life Together Covenant.
  3. Submit a recommendation from your high school guidance counselor.
  4. Submit your official high school transcript with SAT, ACT, or CLT scores (if applicable).
  5. Upon acceptance, pay the course tuition fee of $50 per credit hour.
 

Please note:

  • It’s recommended that students applying to the Pre-College Dual Enrollment program complete a full schedule at their high school in the event that Taylor University cannot accommodate the requested class(es). We’ll do our best to fit you in, but class availability may impact your choice. 
  • Pre-College Dual Enrollment is not available during interterm or summer terms.
  • Classes may not be taken for audit.

Dual Enrollment Class Descriptions

All dual enrollment courses are held on weekdays in-person on Taylor’s campus, typically at either 8 am and 9 am. The Registrar will notify you if the course you choose is full. 

Contact [email protected] for course availability.  

A course that has as its primary content the Old Testament, with special attention given to the law, the prophets and the history of Israel. Meets foundational core requirement.

(3 credit hours, Mon/Wed/Fri)

Lecture sessions focus upon works from several art forms, with the goal of developing students’ perceptual skills. A major focus of this course is experiencing art. Written critiques on selected events are part of the course curriculum. Meets a foundational core fine arts requirement.

(2 credit hours, Mon/Wed)

Primary emphasis is given to the relationship between the theories and ideals of democracy and the actual practice of making and implementing policy. The course considers the constitutional system, as well as the institutions of American government. Meets foundational core civic engagement or general social science requirements.

(3 credit hours, Mon/Wed/Fri)

A survey of the social, political, and cultural development of the people of the United States from Reconstruction to the present.

(3 credit hours, Mon/Wed/Fri)

Integrative communication explores and develops public, interpersonal, organizational, and small group communication skills. Students will learn how to analyze and adapt to the needs of diverse audiences and contexts using verbal and nonverbal communication principles. Meets foundational core speaking requirement. Foundational core requires either this course or Public Speaking.

(3 credit hours, Mon/Wed/Fri)

An introduction to the subject matter and methods of psychology. Topics on human development, personality, learning, sensation, perception, motivation, emotion, mental health and social psychology are considered. Meets foundational core general social science requirement.

(3 hours, Monday/Wednesday/Friday)

Practice in writing clear and effective prose through several expository modes, including a formal research paper. Brief review of grammar and mechanics as necessary, with concentration on analytical thinking. Meets foundational core writing requirement.

(3 credit hours, Monday/Wednesday/Friday)

This course will assist students in developing an understanding of human flourishing founded on biblical principles and scientific evidence in the areas of sleep, stress and time management, nutrition, and various aspects of physical fitness. Students will engage in various assignments and physical activities related to these areas with the purpose of providing the abilities to make healthy lifestyle and behavior choices. This course satisfies two of the three hours of foundational core requirements for stewardship of the body.

(2 credit hours, Tuesday/Thursday)

An introduction to the ideas of computational technology including the use of applications, ethical foundations, and the understanding of the context of technology in our world. Analysis from a Christian perspective is emphasized. Topics discussed include algorithmic thinking, artificial intelligence, organization of data, internet and security, hardware, software, and the history of computers. Important skills covered in the course include web design, office productivity applications, information literacy, and an introduction to the process of programming. Meets foundational core computation requirement.

(2 credit hours, Tuesday/Thursday)

Questions?

We’re happy to help! Contact us at [email protected].