Frequently Asked Questions
- Does my school have to be a Learn and Earn high school in order for me to participate?
- Is my school participating?
- What courses can I take?
- Who is eligible to take these courses?
- How do I register?
- Can I take more than one course?
- Do I earn college credit and high school credit?
- What about the costs for text books?
- Can students at home schools or private schools enroll in Learn and Earn Online?
Does my school have to be a Learn and Earn high school in order for me to participate?
No. Your school does not have to be a Learn and Earn high school (offering the combination of high school and associate degree program) in order for you to participate in Learn and Earn Online courses. Any public school with adequate connectivity can enroll students.
Is my school participating?
All schools have the technical capacity to participate in Learn and Earn Online. Check with your guidance counselor to see if your school is participating in Learn and Earn Online.
What courses can I take?
A complete list of UNCG iSchool courses and community colleges courses are available.
Note: Courses that require prerequisites are designated.
Who is eligible to take these courses?
Any student who attends a participating high school and meets the prerequisites set by UNCG iSchool or participating community colleges.
How do I register?
Interested students should speak with their high school guidance counselors for registration direction.
Can I take more than one course?
Yes.
Do I earn college credit and high school credit?
Yes. Five quality points may be awarded upon completion of selected courses in the 100-200 range and 6 quality points for 300 and 400 level courses. Interested students should speak with their high school guidance counselors who will have more information.
What about the costs for text books?
All needed text book costs are covered. Talk to your school's guidance counselor for more information.
Can students at home schools or private schools enroll in Learn and Earn Online?
Home school students may participate if they enroll through a public school in their school district.
Private school students are not eligible for this program.
"Higher education is the key for success in today's global economy. With Learn and Earn, we are helping the dream of a college degree become a reality for students."
"As a parent, Cross Creek has affected my life in a positive way because my child was ready to be challenged in his social and academic skills. Students have been given the opportunity to enter into this Learn and Earn School. They must be ready and willing to strive and work hard to become successful. They are leaving good examples behind for others to follow. The benefit is great for these young students to earn two years of free college credit. Learn and Earn Schools are a very great experience and I hope they will continue to flourish "
"It is great to teach in a Learn and Earn school because of the excitement of knowing that we are really changing student's lives. Students work hard because they know their future is at stake and in their control."
"Rutherford Early College High School, a Learn and Earn school, has been an amazing opportunity for me. Taking college classes and still having one-on-one help while accomplishing so much is an incredible blessing."
