Doane University's Dual-Credit Program

Tiger Today, where to tomorrow?

Your opportunities expand when you enroll in Doane University’s dual-credit program.

 

Current high school sophomores, juniors and seniors eager to challenge themselves and jump-start their undergraduate degree can take college-level courses from Doane faculty at a reduced rate, drastically lessening the time and cost of a degree. Credits apply to a bachelor’s degree at Doane University in any of our 30+ majors, and are transferable to other four-year institutions.

Start college on the right foot — and miles ahead — with as many as 33 credit hours to your name. Dual-credit classes are taught online by Doane faculty or in our partner high schools by qualified faculty. And when combined with Doane’s liberal arts approach, will push you to think critically and creatively, communicate effectively and navigate complex topics. A valuable skill set that sets you apart as a leader in any career.

The Doane Dual-Credit Difference

Being a Dual-Credit Program student comes with a lot of perks:

33+
Credit Hours Applied to a Bachelor's Degree
$75
Per Credit Hour Reduced Tuition Rate Saves You Hundreds
∞
Opportunities with the Time and Money You Save Earning a Degree

Dual Credit for Every Major.

Check off general requirements or dive into studying for your dream career. Our course offerings ensure you meet the standards that apply to an academic major at Doane University and most other four-year institutions.

Complete up to 33 credit hours of general requirements, online or at a partnering high school, that can be applied toward any bachelor’s degree at Doane. Get a taste of the immersive liberal arts education synonymous with Doane as you take courses focused on foundational areas of knowledge.

  • Community and Identity 
  • Rhetorical Communication
  • Global and Cultural Context 
  • Scientific Perspectives
  • Human Creativity
  • In Search of Meaning and Values
  • Liberal Arts Studies
  • Experiential Learning 
  • Mathematical Reasoning

Find out more about the Core Pathway

Please refer to the academic calendar for important course dates and deadlines.

Course NumberCourse TitleCreditsLocation
AST-103

Introduction to Astronomy

3.0 CreditsWEB
CMP-201Instructional Technology3.0 CreditsWEB

EDS-207

Introduction to Exceptional Children

3.0 CreditsWEB

EDU-101

Foundations in Education

3.0 CreditsWEB

EDU-228

Child, Youth and Family Development

3.0 CreditsWEB

EIS-115

Living Religion

3.0 CreditsWEB

ENG-101

English Composition: Writing Seminar

3.0 CreditsWEB

HHP-209

Nutrition

3.0 CreditsWEB

HIS-205

History of the United States I

3.0 CreditsWEB

HSI-212

Medical Terminology

3.0 CreditsWEB

MTH-125

Pre-Calculus with College Algebra

3.0 CreditsWEB
PSY-117Introduction to Psychology3.0 CreditsWEB

 

Complete up to 33 credit hours of general requirements, online or at a partnering high school, that can be applied toward any bachelor’s degree at Doane. Get a taste of the immersive liberal arts education synonymous with Doane as you take courses focused on foundational areas of knowledge.

  • Community and Identity 
  • Rhetorical Communication
  • Global and Cultural Context 
  • Scientific Perspectives
  • Human Creativity
  • In Search of Meaning and Values
  • Liberal Arts Studies
  • Experiential Learning 
  • Mathematical Reasoning

Find out more about the Core Pathway

Please refer to the academic calendar for important course dates and deadlines.

Course NumberCourse TitleCreditsLocation
AST-103

Introduction to Astronomy

3.0 CreditsWEB
CMP-201Instructional Technology3.0 CreditsWEB

EDS-207

Introduction to Exceptional Children

3.0 CreditsWEB

EDU-101

Foundations in Education

3.0 CreditsWEB

EDU-228

Child, Youth and Family Development

3.0 CreditsWEB

EIS-115

Living Religion

3.0 CreditsWEB

ENG-101

English Composition: Writing Seminar

3.0 CreditsWEB

HHP-209

Nutrition

3.0 CreditsWEB

HIS-205

History of the United States I

3.0 CreditsWEB

HSI-212

Medical Terminology

3.0 CreditsWEB

MTH-125

Pre-Calculus with College Algebra

3.0 CreditsWEB
PSY-117Introduction to Psychology3.0 CreditsWEB

 

Discover Your Major, Discover Doane

Affordable - At Doane University, we reward students for their achievements both in and outside of the classroom. Through scholarships, grants, work-study, and on-campus employment, our students look forward to starting jobs, not payment plans.

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Discover Your Major, Discover Doane

Clubs and Organizations - With over 90 student-led clubs and organizations, including a Student Programming Board that sponsors competitions and guest appearances, our campus is a community. From Athletes to Zumba enthusiasts, there is a place for you at Doane University.

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Discover Your Major, Discover Doane

Undergraduate Research and Internships - Our students are active participants in their learning during class time. You should also expect to develop as professionals through a community service project, internship, and capstone project along with research opportunities in your chosen field.

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Discover Your Major, Discover Doane

Athletics - Doane University offers 22 intercollegiate sports. Tigers hail from around the globe, but they all have one thing in common: leadership. Do you have what it takes to become a future Doane Tiger?

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Discover Your Major, Discover Doane

Honors Programs - The Doane experience is about more than earning a degree. We educate and encourage our Tigers in areas like leadership and service. Because where our alumni go, they need more than a degree. 

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Discover Your Major, Discover Doane

Experiential Learning - Career, Leadership, and Service offers a range of programming for Doane students to experience workplace environments and gain valuable insight about specific industries.

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Discover Your Major, Discover Doane

Small Class Sizes - Small class sizes ensure one-on-one faculty attention. Soon, you’ll be on a first-name basis.

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The Process

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1. Talk with your Counselor

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2. Complete the Application

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3. Register for Courses

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4. Pay Your Bill

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5. Start earning college credit

Our Staff
Erin May, Assistant Dean for Extended Learning

Erin May , BA, MED - Assistant Dean for Extended Learning

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Becca Pair, Assistant Director Extended Learning Opportunities

Becca Pair , BS, MED - Assistant Director Extended Learning Opportunities

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Kalli Brannagan, Assistant Director Extended Learning Opportunities

Kalli Brannagan , BA, MA - Assistant Director Extended Learning Opportunities

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Jessica Exstrom, Extended Learning Opportunities Coordinator

Jessica Exstrom , BA - Extended Learning Opportunities Coordinator

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