Dual Enrollment
Dual Enrollment at Pine Ridge High School
Dual Enrollment allows eligible middle and high school students to take college-level courses while still enrolled in school—earning both high school and college credit at the same time. This is an excellent opportunity for students to accelerate their education and reduce the overall cost of a college degree or technical certificate.
Key Benefits:
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Earn college credit and high school credit simultaneously
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No cost for tuition, registration, lab fees, or textbooks
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Courses are weighted equally with other advanced programs (e.g., AP, AICE)
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Available during the school day, after school, or during the summer
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Offered through all 28 Florida public community colleges and select state universities
Our Primary Partner: Daytona State College
Pine Ridge High School partners with Daytona State College (DSC) to provide a wide range of dual enrollment opportunities both on campus and online.
Secondary Partner: UF (Online)
Pine Ridge High School partners with University of Florida (UF) to provide a wide range of dual enrollment opportunities online.
How to Get Started:
Interested students must contact their school counselor to begin the Dual Enrollment process.
For full eligibility requirements, registration information, and important deadlines, please visit:
Daytona State College Dual Enrollment Program
Daytona State Eligible Programs for Dual Enrollment through Pine Ridge High School
- Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree
- Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree
- Associate of Science Certificates
- Vocational Certificates
- Bachelor's Degree
*All tuition & books are covered!
Dual Enrollment Courses Offered at Pine Ridge High School
- Daytona State College - Managing your Success
PERT Testing
Students interested in participating in Dual Enrollment should first take the PERT Test. PRHS can sign up for PERT by registering using the link in their student email.
PRHS will offer PERT the week of February 17, 2026. Please contact Mrs. Michelle Farmer, testing coordinator, to register for the PERT.
Students can also take the PERT at Daytona State by contacting their testing center.
Complete the Dual Enrollment Form Digitally and email to DSC at DualEnrollment@DaytonaState.edu
DSC Dual Enrollment Dates to Remember for Spring 2026
- June 1-October 29, 2025: Application, Testing, & Advising Window
- DSC application, testing, required orientation and new student advising session should be completed during this timeframe
- ALL new dual enrollment students must complete an advising appointment with DSC prior to registering for courses
- October 30, 2025: Registration for Spring 2026 Opens
- Students can begin submitting completed dual enrollment forms digitally with course requests
- PRHS Counselors cannot assist with picking DSC courses. Students must meet with an academic advisor to pick proper courses
- December 5, 2025: Spring Registration Request Deadline
- Application, testing, advising, and course selections should be made, and completed forms need to be submitted by this date to be eligible for enrollment
DSC Dual Enrollment Dates to Remember for Summer 2026
- April 2, 2026: Registration for Summer 2026 Begins
- May 4, 2026: Deadline for Summer 2026 Registration Requests
DSC Dual Enrollment Dates to Remember for Fall 2026
- August 1-April 1, 2026: Application, Testing, & Advising Window
- DSC application, testing, required orientation and new student advising session should be completed during this timeframe
- ALL new dual enrollment students must complete an advising appointment with DSC prior to registering for courses
- April 2, 2026: Registration for Fall 2026 Begins
- Students can begin submitting completed dual enrollment forms digitally with course requests
- PRHS Counselors cannot assist with picking DSC courses. Students must meet with an academic advisor to pick proper courses
- May 29, 2026: Fall Registration Request Deadline
- Application, testing, advising, and course selections should be made, and completed forms need to be submitted by this date to be eligible for enrollment
DSC Dual Enrollment Process
1. Join a Parent/Student Information Session - Learn about eligibility requirements, steps to qualify, as well as Q&A, then discuss readiness with parent & school counselor
2. Complete a DSC Admissions Application - Once completed, you will receive an email with your DSC student ID and account details.
3. Take a Placement Test - Once you have a DSC ID number, visit a DSC Assessment Office on any DSC campus for placement testing OR participate in the PERT on Pine Ridge's Campus during designated PERT testing dates. Submit your test scores with your Dual Enrollment Form.
4. Complete Orientation and New Student Advising Session - Complete orientation, then schedule a new student advising session for an overview of programs, how to select courses, important dates, and dual enrollment guidelines.
5. Submit Completed Dual Enrollment Form by the Deadline - Identify your course requests, then review your selections with your parent and school counselor receive their signatures. Students must submit completed form to DualEnrollment@DaytonaState.edu
Eligibility Requirements
- Be enrolled in 6th - 12th grade
- Have taken at least one high school level course
- College credit programs: 3.0 cumulative, unweighted high school GPA
- Vocational programs: 2.0 cumulative, unweighted high school GPA
Test Score Requirements
All students are required to have college-ready test scores on file at Daytona State College for reading, writing, and math. Any combination of eligible scores will be accepted. For example, PERT Math score with SAT Reading/Writing.
PERT
Reading: 106
Writing: 103
Math: 114 (MAT1033) or 123 (MAC1105)
SAT
Reading/Writing: 490
Math: 480 (MAT1033) or 530 (MAC1105)
ACT
Reading: 19
English: 17
Math: 19 (MAT1033) or 21 (MAC1105)
To request your Dual Enrollment textbooks, please complete the Textbook Request Form.
*Please note that you will need to resubmit the form for each textbook that you need.
For questions, please email: evigo@volusia.k12.fl.us
**As a Volusia County student enrolled in DSC, Volusia county has agreed to purchase the required textbooks for the class either by first using an existing textbook or providing a voucher to use at the DSC bookstore. Please note that if an individual purchases the textbooks themselves, there is no reimbursement. **
