Ferris State University offers several programs that allow high school students to
get a jump start on their college education.
Articulated Credit
Articulated Credit is for students enrolled in high schools and secondary career technical centers in
the state of Michigan. The articulation agreement outlines specific guidelines for
a seamless transfer from one institution to the other. Students use articulation agreements
to assure that the courses they complete in high school will not have to be repeated
at Ferris State University.
Through articulated agreements between Ferris and the high schools and career centers, students are able to apply for college credit after completing approved career technical education programs. As a result, students are eligible to begin their studies at Ferris State beyond entry-level coursework.
Concurrent Enrollment
Concurrent enrollment courses provide high school students with the opportunity to take college-level courses
in high schools. Concurrent enrollment courses mirror the same classes taught on any
Ferris State campus. These classes are taught by high school instructors who meet
FSU adjunct faculty requirements and are taught during the normal high school day.
Grades from concurrent enrollment classes are included on the student's official college
transcript.
Dual Enrollment
Dual enrollment allows secondary students to take college classes while still in high school. Dual
enrollment classes are college courses taught by an adjunct or full-time professor
at one of the Ferris State locations, online, or in a high school setting. Courses
can be used for high school and college credit. Students must meet legislated dual
enrollment guidelines and assessment requirements for the courses they want to take.
Parents/guardians and/or the student's high school have to accept responsibility for
paying for the college course since there is no financial aid available for direct credit
or dual enrollment.
Tips for Success
Ferris State University has put together a list of tips to help students in its pre-college programs succeed in college-level courses.
Other Ways to Earn College Credit
Students planning to attend Ferris State can also earn college credit through Ferris
State's Credit-by-Examination program.
