Since the start of Washington's dual-enrollment program, the school has been forced to reduce the number of senior English classes from six or seven sections to two or three. More To Come Still, evidence suggests that interest in dual-enrollment programs is continuing to grow. Participation in Utah's dual-enrollment program, for example, has doubled in the past five years, to about 17,000 students, said Michael A. Petersen, the assistant commissioner for academic affairs for the state board of regents. Mr. Petersen attributes the program's popularity in part to a recent state law that enables students to attend participating colleges tuition-free. Furthermore, unlike many other states, Utah allows students to attend college classes not only on campus but also in their own high schools, where high school teachers act as adjunct faculty members.
Students can also take college courses online.
Mr. Lehmkuhle said. From Inquiry , published twice a year by the Virginia Community Colleges Association and the Virginia Community College System. Jodi Smith is wrapping up high school and two years of college at the same time.