Early College (Dual Enrollment) Program
Earn college credit while in high school.
Early College at Greenville Technical College (GTC) is designed for motivated high school juniors and seniors, who seek academic challenges and want to get a head start on advanced academic goals.
Getting an early start on college credits will:
- Save you time and money
- Let you experience college classes
- Help you explore academically-centered career planning
- Allow you to lighten your load or finish college ahead of schedule
Students of partnering schools (see Early College School Partners tab for complete list) should coordinate dual enrollment through their school counselors. Qualifying home-schooled students and students from other schools are also welcome to apply.
To be accepted into the Early College (Dual Enrollment) Program, you’ll need to meet the following requirements:
- Be a current high school student - 16 years of age or older
- Provide documentation to verify US Legal Presence
- Provide an up-to-date high school transcript (unofficial)
- Submit acceptable SAT/ACT scores or take our placement exam. (See Placement page for general information on acceptable scores, testing location options, and a peek at sample questions. You will also find test preparation resources.)
Exceptions to these requirements are granted on a limited basis for students who show high potential for being successful in a college class. Each request is considered on an individual basis and must be approved by the acting Director or designee. Complete a required exception request form (pdf) when the following conditions exist:
- A student is under 16 years of age
- A student desires to take more than two college courses in one semester (This is only possible after a student has successfully completed one semester of college course work)
- A student desires to take **online course(s), but has not yet completed an Early College class or an AP class
- A student scores less than the minimum on the entrance/placement test (option for Career Centers only)
** Online Learning Requirement: COL 111 (E-Learning Success)
- Effective fall 2018, students who are either new or returning to GTC after a three-semester break AND who plan to take an online course(s) must complete a 1-credit, online COL 111 course designed to foster success in an online learning environment. While COL 111 could be helpful to any student, it is not currently required for continuing students or students who plan to take only face-to-face or blended courses.
- Before registering for any fully online course, affected students must have either completed COL 111 successfully (prerequisite) or be registered for COL 111 (co-requisite) in the same term.
- Faculty members have designed COL 111 to introduce students to basic computer skills and functions necessary to navigate the Blackboard learning management system. COL 111 also includes assignments for students to self-assess whether they are prepared for online learning.
- Unlike other courses, COL 111 tuition is set at $25 and there is no additional textbook cost.
| Credit Hours | Graduating* 2019 or 2020 |
Graduating 2021 |
Graduating 2022 |
Graduating 2023 |
Out-of-County Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $40.00 | $60.00 | $90.00 | $120.00 | $196.00 |
| 2 | $80.00 | $120.00 | $180.00 | $240.00 | $392.00 |
| 3 | $120.00 | $180.00 | $270.00 | $360.00 | $588.00 |
| 4 | $160.00 | $240.00 | $360.00 | $480.00 | $784.00 |
| 5 | $200.00 | $300.00 | $450.00 | $600.00 | $980.00 |
| 6 | $240.00 | $360.00 | $420.00 | $540.00 | $1,176.00 |
| 7 | $280.00 | $420.00 | $490.00 | $630.00 | $1,372.00 |
| 8 | $320.00 | $480.00 | $560.00 | $720.00 | $1,568.00 |
| 9 | $360.00 | $540.00 | $630.00 | $810.00 | $1,764.00 |
| 10 | $400.00 | $600.00 | $700.00 | $900.00 | $1,960.00 |
| 11 | $440.00 | $660.00 | $770.00 | $990.00 | $2,156.00 |
| 12 | $480.00 | $720.00 | $840.00 | $1,080.00 | $2,352.00 |
*Anticipated Graduation Year
Tuition for in-county students is locked as indicated above.
For out-of-county students, as allowed by law, Greenville Technical College will review tuition and fee rates every year and make needed adjustments. Note: This model is subject to change if there are significant changes to Lottery Tuition Assistance including the elimination of the use of LTA for high school students. We strongly encourage all students to take at least 6 credit hours.
Please note:
Tuition
Book Fees**
Uniforms
Students taking a course that requires a uniform are responsible for the cost of that uniform.
** Inclusive Access courses have associated fees which cover book rental and on-line book access.
Please be aware that the final amounts for student accounts (billing/fees) may take up to 4 weeks to be completed. Flex start courses may take longer which means your total bill may not be ready until 8 weeks after the start of the semester.
Inclusive Access
Inclusive Access refers to online textbooks located on the student Blackboard account. When a student registers for a course that requires an online textbook, it is loaded automatically and charged to the student’s account.
Although online textbooks costs are less than traditional printed textbooks they are not available for all courses.
| Course | Retail Price |
| BIO 210 | $80.00 |
| BIO 211 | $35.00 |
| BUS 105 | $77.50 |
| BUS 121 | $77.50 |
| BUS 136 | $62.50 |
| BUS 250 | $62.50 |
| GLY 101 | $71.57 |
| MGT 101 | $75.66 |
| MGT 150 | $62.50 |
| MGT 201 | $62.50 |
| MGT 210 | $62.50 |
| MGT 240 | $95.33 |
| MGT 255 | $62.50 |
| MGT 270 | $75.66 |
| AET 105 | $30.65 |
| CHM 211 | $71.46 |
| REL 201 | $45.10 |
| PSC 201 | $65.40 |
| AHS 102 | $86.25 |
| BIO 101 | $92.31 2 semesters |
| BIO 102 | $92.31 NO cost if taken BIO 101 |
Students who are new to the GTC Early College Program should first apply for program admission here.
View these detailed instructions for the application (pdf) to help you with the process.
If you are a returning student and attended within the last 3 semesters, you do not need to reapply.
For returning or newly accepted students, the links below provide instructions and access to the online enrollment process. Select the form that applies to you. This form is used to identify the specific courses you would like to take and it can also be used to add, drop or withdraw from courses.
Detailed instructions for enrolling (pdf)
Category 1: Students from partnering Greenville County high schools, charter high schools, or career centers (see Early College School Partners tab for complete list)
Category 2: Home-school students or students from other schools (private schools, online academies, etc.)
During the enrollment process (whether done independently or with your counselor), be prepared to upload the following required documents:
- A scanned copy of at least ONE verifying document of US Legal Presence
- Driver’s License
- Valid Learner’s Permit
- Valid SC State ID
- Valid US Passport
- Valid Permanent Residency Card
- Valid federally-issued VISA and a current school-issued picture ID
- Valid Birth Certificate accompanied by a current school-issued picture ID
- SAT/ACT scores (if scores not available, you must complete the college placement test)
- An unofficial high school transcript
The GTC Dual Enrollment and Early College Program has Memoranda of Understanding with the following
high schools, charter schools and career centers in Greenville County:
Berea High School
Blue Ridge High School
Bonds Career Center
Brashier Middle College
Carolina High School
Donaldson Career Center
Eastside High School
Enoree Career Center
Fine Arts Center
Golden Strip Career Center
Green Charter
Greenville Early College
Greenville High School
Greenville Tech Charter
Greer High School
Greer Middle College
Hillcrest High School
J.L. Mann High School
Legacy Charter
Mauldin High School
NEXT High School
RD Anderson Career Center
Riverside High School
Southside High School
Travelers Rest High School
Upward Bound
Wade Hampton High School
Woodmont High School
Get a printable resource sheet (pdf) to help you get started with GTC4me, Blackboard, and Gmail.
- Students with Disabilities - The Student Disability Services office works to create a productive and friendly learning environment for everyone. Services are available to students with documented disabilities. For more information on these services, call (864) 250-8408. The office is located in the Student Center.
- Computer Labs - At all campus locations, staffed computer labs are available to help students as they complete coursework. Computers are loaded with Microsoft Office programs and academic software that support various programs and courses. Lab visitors also have full internet access, linking students to college systems including GTC4me portal, Blackboard, Google Mail, and more.
- Library – Early College students have access to all GTC Campus libraries to use for research
- Early College students are required to have GTC Library cards and must complete the application at GTC library card application for high school students (pdf). Students can also apply for library cards by visiting any GTC Campus Library with proper identification.
- Tutoring Services – Use GTC’s free tutoring services if you are having trouble with a course, a specific topic, writing a paper, etc.
- Honors Program – Take advantage of an enhanced college experience and see if the Honors Program is a fit for you
- Career Coach – Find your career with Career Coach
- Parking Decals – Any vehicle parked at any GTC campus must have a valid parking decal. Student decals allow parking in White Line spaces only.
- Student I.D. – All students attending class on a GTC Campus are required to have a current Greenville Technical College student identification card. The ID care must be in the student’s possession at all times when the student is on campus. Students should present a copy of their class schedule and Government-issued photo ID to receive a student ID card.
- Transferring credits:
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of the educational records of students. The following are some working guidelines for the Greenville Technical College Early College program:
- Students must have accountability for their enrollment in college courses. Parents should not have direct contact with college instructors regarding their student’s grades and academic progress. Students should develop advocacy skills and learn to communicate with instructors on their own regarding academic matters. Parents should not anticipate receipt of ongoing and specific updates from college instructors regarding their students’ academic progress throughout the semester.
- All students who participate in Early College must have a Release of Information (FERPA) form on file. The FERPA form allows the Early College school counselor to register & complete course changes for students, verify attendance, and receive grade report information. Parents have access to the same, to include billing, academic misconduct, grades and admissions information.
- Parents should not contact (email, text, phone) instructors regarding students’ grades and academic progress; however, parents may attend a student-instructor conference. Meetings should be arranged and guided by the student rather than the parent.
Now that you’ve taken classes at GTC as a high school student, we’d love to have you consider continuing your education as a college student at Greenville Technical College! You already know we have small classes and quality instructors. We are also one of the most affordable higher education options – continue with us for your first two years then transfer your credits to an accredited university to finish. Learn more about why Greenville Tech is right for you.
Ready to get started?
The first step is to complete the college application, which is different than the application you completed for Early College. Find more details when you visit the steps to enrolling.
Special scholarship opportunity for graduates of GTC Affiliated Charter High Schools
(Greenville Technical College Charter, Brashier Middle College, and Greer Middle College)
Scholarship Application (pdf) »
Director of Early College
Tameka Brown
(864) 250-6722
Tameka.Brown@gvltec.edu
Assistant Director of Early College
Ron Bachman
(864) 236-6521
Ron.Bachman@gvltec.edu
Administrative Coordinator
Sharyn Gmerek
(864) 250-8733
Sharyn.Gmerek@gvltec.edu
Office location
225 S. Pleasantburg Drive
Greenville, SC 29607
ARC Building 603, Office 410
