Concurrent Enrollment Students

Concurrent enrollment is a great opportunity for high school students to begin earning college credit while still in high school through Pine Technical & Community College. These courses allow students to experience college-level academics, explore career and academic interests, and build confidence before graduating from high school.

This informational session is designed for students and families who want to better understand how concurrent enrollment works and whether it is the right fit for their goals and readiness level.

During the session, participants will learn about:

• Concurrent enrollment course options and delivery models
• Eligibility and placement requirements
• Student expectations and academic rigor
• College policies, grading, and transcript information
• Transferability of college credits
• Registration and onboarding processes
• Available student support services and resources

Families will also have the opportunity to ask questions and learn how concurrent enrollment can help students save time and money while preparing for college and future careers.

Whether students are just beginning to explore college options or already planning their academic pathway, this session provides valuable information to help families make an informed decision about participating in concurrent enrollment.

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To participate in Concurrent Enrollment courses, students must meet the following eligibility guidelines in addition to any course placement requirements. For more details regarding eligibility, visit Course Placement. Students who do not meet the Concurrent Enrollment eligibility requirements may submit a waiver.  

Concurrent Enrollment Eligibility Requirements

Seniors

• Be in the upper one-half of class or have a test score at or above the 50th percentile on any nationally standardized, norm-referenced test such, or 
• Have a high school GPA of 2.5 or higher, and 
• Meet course placement requirements as determined by assessment score (such as ACCUPLACER, ACT, MCA)  

Juniors

• Be in the upper one-third of class or have a test score at or above the 70th percentile on any nationally standardized, norm-referenced test, or 
• Have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher for general education courses or a GPA of 2.5 or higher for career and technical education courses, and 
• Meet course placement requirements as determined by assessment score (such as ACCUPLACER, ACT, MCA) 

Sophomores and Freshmen

• Rank in the upper one-tenth of class, or  
• Attain a score at or above the 90th percentile on a nationally standardized, norm-referenced test, or  
• Have a high school grade point average of 3.0 or higher for liberal arts and CTE courses, and  
• Have a favorable recommendation from a designated high school official

Course Placement Requirements

Most concurrent enrollment courses require that students have met specific benchmarks (such as GPA, MCA, or ACT assessments) in order to register for the course. Students can review course placement information, course descriptions, goal areas, etc. for common concurrent enrollment courses offered at partner high school schools. 

• Course Placement at PTCC
• Common College Credit in High School Courses – 2025-2026

• All students planning on taking concurrent enrollment courses need to submit an online application to the college.
• Students who have taken college courses at another Minnesota State College or University should login to PTCC’s online application with their existing StarID.
  • Students can look up their StarID here.

Application Resources:

• What is my StarID?
• Concurrent Enrollment Student Application Process

• Registration for concurrent enrollment courses takes place in the high school classroom. PTCC staff, in partnership with concurrent enrollment teachers and high school counselors will assist students with the registration process.
• Students should be aware of deadlines for adding, dropping, and withdrawing from concurrent enrollment courses. For more information regarding the implications of dropping and withdrawing from concurrent enrollment courses, visit Add, Drop & Withdraw.
• Before dropping or withdrawing from a concurrent enrollment course, students are encouraged to meet with their high school counselor and Jen Rancour, Director of Dual Enrollment.
  • Review College Credit in High School Student Withdrawal Process for more information.

Registration Resources:

• Concurrent Enrollment Student Registration Process

PTCC has created a concurrent enrollment student handbook and orientation video for students interested in taking concurrent enrollment courses. These resources provide an overview of the concurrent enrollment program, discuss what it takes to be a successful college student, review eligibility requirements, FERPA information, and much more.

Orientation Resources:

• Concurrent Enrollment Student Registration and Orientation Form
• Concurrent Enrollment Student Handbook
• Concurrent Enrollment Student Orientation Video
• Tips for Success in College

PTCC and Federal and State law require you make satisfactory progress (SAP) towards a degree, diploma or certificate to attend the College and remain eligible to receive financial aid. To maintain good academic standing, you must maintain a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) and a 67% cumulative course completion rate. Click here for more information about Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Request your official PTCC Transcript.

Pine Technical & Community College (PTCC) is proud to be an accredited member of the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP).

NACEP accreditation ensures that courses offered through concurrent enrollment are equivalent in rigor, content, and outcomes to those taught on campus.

To maintain accreditation, PTCC aligns its program with national standards in areas such as:

• Faculty qualifications and support
• Curriculum alignment
• Assessment practices
• Professional development
• Program evaluation and continuous improvement

These standards guide the expectations and processes outlined on this page and help ensure that students receive a high-quality, college-level experience while still in high school.