Earn College Credit in High School with Tennessee’s Statewide Dual Credit Program!
Want to save time and money on college tuition while still in high school? With the Tennessee Statewide Dual Credits program, you can take college-level courses, pass an exam, and earn transferable college credits* before graduation!
What is Tennessee Statewide Dual Credits?
Tennessee’s Statewide Dual Credit courses are designed by top educators to match the rigor of college coursework. At the end of the course, students take an online challenge exam to assess their knowledge. If they meet or exceed the required score, they earn college credit at specific Tennessee public postsecondary institutions that have a partnership, including Nossi College of Art & Design!
Eligible Statewide Dual Credit Courses at Nossi College of Art & Design
If you pass the exam, your credits will transfer to Nossi College for the following courses:
| Statewide Dual Credit Class | Equivalent Nossi Class | Accepted Cut Score |
|---|---|---|
| American History II | AH302 American History | 75% |
| World History | WC301 History of Western Civilization | 70% |
| Math | MA300 Contemporary Math | 70% |
| Psychology | PS108 Psychology | 70% |
| Speech and Communication | EN280 English: Written and Oral Communication | 75% |
How to Apply Your Dual Credits at Nossi
Follow these steps to ensure your credits transfer to Nossi College of Art & Design:
1️⃣ Apply & Interview – Complete the application and interview process.
2️⃣ Submit Your Transcripts – Provide your high school transcripts and inform your Admissions Representative that you’ve earned Statewide Dual Credit.
3️⃣ Verification – Nossi will verify your exam scores through Tennessee’s EPSO database.
4️⃣ Credit Transfer – Upon formal acceptance, your credits will be applied to your transcript!
Why Take Statewide Dual Credit Courses?
✅ Save money on college tuition
✅ Graduate early or lighten your college course load
✅ Get ahead with college-level coursework in high school
✅ Stand out on college applications
Take the Next Step!
Don’t miss this opportunity to jumpstart your college journey with Tennessee’s Statewide Dual Credit program. Make sure your high school participates and start earning college credits today!
📌 For more information on course objectives, challenge exams, and college articulation agreements, visit the Tennessee Board of Regents’ Statewide Dual Credit website.
*Credits must be from an approved TN High School with a passing exam score on the students high school transcripts.