Jumpstart Your Future: SUU Early College Opportunities

We’re thrilled to announce that our high school has partnered with Southern Utah University (SUU)—offering students a powerful jumpstart on college through dual‑credit programs. Whether you’re looking to get ahead during the school year or over summer break, there’s a pathway just for you.

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1. Concurrent Enrollment (In‑Person or Online; $5 per credit)

• Available to students in grades 10–12 (grade‑9 exceptions possible), this state‑funded program offers college‑credit courses that simultaneously count toward high school graduation and future college degrees. lautah.org+4SUU+4irondistrict.org+4lautah.org+1

• Tuition: Only $5 USD per credit—a major cost saving versus traditional college tuition. SUU+1

• Eligibility Requirements:

  • High school GPA of at least 3.0

  • Approval from your school counselor

  • On‑track to graduate (verified via your graduation plan)

  • Maintain at least 2.0 GPA at SUU once enrolled ushe.edu+9lautah.org+9lautah.org+9

• Course Load:

  • First‑time students: up to 2 courses (6 credits)

  • Returning students: up to 3 courses (12 credits) per semester SUU+4lautah.org+4ushe.edu+4

• Credit Conversion:

  • 3–5 SUU credits = 1 high school credit

  • 0.5–2 SUU credits = 0.5 high school credit

  • Grades are posted on both transcripts; submit an SUU transcript each semester to receive high school credit intechacademy.org+12lautah.org+12lautah.org+12

• How to Start:

  1. Meet with your school counselor to map graduation and course plan.

  2. Review SUU’s requirements.

  3. Apply via SUU Concurrent Enrollment application (expect 2–3 weeks processing).

  4. Register for an “Early College Release” placeholder in your high school system (SIS) per course.

  5. Enroll through SUU’s portal once admitted. Wikipedia+11lautah.org+11SUU+11

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2. Early College Online (ECO) (Fully Online; $75 per credit)

• Ideal for those wishing to take college‑level courses entirely online. ECO is offered year‑round, including summer, and is available to all high school students—including homeschooled or private school learners. SUU

• Tuition: $75 USD per credit (so a typical 3‑credit class costs $225). SUU+2SUU+2

• Eligibility Requirements:

  • Minimum high school GPA of 3.0

  • Must be of high school age

  • Parent/guardian permission

  • Submission of high school transcripts

  • For international students: proof of English proficiency intechacademy.org+15SUU+15lautah.org+15

• Academic Standards: Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA at SUU to continue; below that, you may face probation. Wikipedia+6SUU+6SUU+6

• What You Can Earn:

  • General Education (GE) Certificate of Proficiency: Complete 30 credits to satisfy core general ed requirements.

  • Associate Degree (AS): Complete 60 credits to earn an associate’s degree from SUU. intechacademy.org+9SUU+9SUU+9

• To Begin:

  1. Apply (no application fee for high school students).

  2. Meet with the ECO Coordinator—Mandy Jensen

  3. Receive portal access and register using the reduced ECO rate.

  4. Track your progress using SUU’s GE Worksheet. SUU+2SUU+2

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Quick Comparison

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Why Take Advantage?

• Save thousands on college tuition by earning credits early.

• Accelerate your academic journey—graduate earlier, with a head start on college.

• Experience college-level rigor while still supported within high school.

• Explore majors or general education subjects to make informed future decisions.

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Useful Links & Contacts

• SUU Concurrent Enrollment: SUU concurrent enrollment info & application ushe.edu+14lautah.org+14SUU+14internationaluniversities.org

• SUU Early College Online (ECO): Program overview, requirements, and application steps SUU+1

• ECO Summer Launch Announcement: SUU news on Summer 2024 launch of the ECO program SUU

• Concurrent Enrollment Handbook: Statewide policies and guidelines for dual enrollment ushe.edu

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Encourage your students to reach out to their school counselor to learn which path suits their goals best—and take advantage of this unique opportunity to get ahead!