Students not dual enrolled with TCAT Dickson should consider completing an online TCAT enrollment application at the beginning of their senior year. This will place the student on the program wait list and increase their chance of being eligilbe to enroll during the Summer or Fall following their high school graduation.
Dual Enrollment is when a high school student receives credit at two institutions at the same time. At the high school level, the class is applied toward their high school diploma while at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology they are receiving hours toward their programs certificate or diploma.
Benefits
Complete a college education at an accelerated rate
Allows for an easier transition into their college program of study
Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation's (TSAC) Dual Enrollment Grant provides a cost-effective way for high school students to earn college hours for free
Eligibility
Eligibility and award information for the Dual Enrollment Grant at Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology is available for review at Dual Enrollment Grant (tn.gov).
Students who do not meet Dual Enrollment Grant eligibility requirements may still dual enroll and pay tuition/fees out-of-pocket.
Process
Step-by-Step Instructions for completing the TCAT Dual Enrollment Grant form,
Dual Enrollment Grant Instructions.pdf
Students or parents desiring to know more about dual enrollment opportunities may receive advising by contacting the Student Services office by calling (615) 441-6220.