A course through which a high school student can receive postsecondary institution course credit and includes dual credit courses, dual enrollment courses, International Baccalaureate courses, Advanced Placement courses, and courses with articulated credit with a postsecondary institution. Early college credit courses serve as a key strategy employed in Illinois’ expansion of career pathways.
The difference between articulated credit, prior learning credit, dual credit, & dual enrollment:
| Articulated Credit | Prior Learning Credit | Dual Enrollment | Dual Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student earns college credit after completing the course in high school. | Individual receives credit for college-level learning that occurs outside the classroom setting. | High school student completes course typically for college credit only. | Student receives both high school and college credit. |
