Steps to Become a Dual Enrolled Student

Begin the journey toward dual enrollment by meeting with your high school counselor. They can advise you on your eligibility. 

Select New or Returning Student

New High School Dual Enrolled Student Steps

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STEP 1 - Complete online application

Start the online application. Confirmation emails will be sent when the application is received and again when processed. Please allow two (2) business days for processing. If you are a returning high school dual enrolled student, see the instructions below. High School Dual Enrolled students must re-apply each semester they wish to take classes.

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Step 2 - Submit the Dual Enrollment/FERPA authorization form

High School Sponsored Students: Complete the High School Sponsored Dual Enrollment Form with a parent/guardian.

NOTE: If your high school is not listed in the form's high school drop down list, please email secondary@oaklandcc.edu so that it can be added to the list

Self-Pay Students: Complete the Self-Pay High School Dual Enrollment Form with a parent/guardian.

Once your High School Counselor (or parent/guardian for self-pay) signs the form, you will receive a copy for your records. 

 

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 Step 3 - Set up your MyOCC account & email

Select the “what’s my user name” and “what’s my password” links to set up your login. 

You will receive your MyOCC User Name and Temporary Password via via email when your application is processed. . Once logged-in to MyOCC, select Student Email to log in and activate your OCC email. Your OCC Student Email address uses your MyOCC User Name adding @student.oaklandcc.edu. All future contact from OCC will now be sent to this college email account.

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Step 4 - New student orientation - online

You must complete New Student Orientation before you register for classes. To access orientation, log-into MyOCC and select Pre-Registration Steps, then New Student Orientation. You ONLY have to complete the New Student Orientation and a brief Student Survey at the end. While there are also many Student Lingos that are informative, they are NOT required.

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Step 5 - Course placement

ENGLISH: You MUST complete OCC’s English Placement unless you have a recent SAT score or qualify for one of the other exemptions.  ENGLISH SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL):  If English not your first language, you are REQUIRED to complete Duolingo for placement.

MATH: If you plan to register for a course that requires math prerequisites, you will need to complete the ALEKS Math Placement unless you have a recent SAT/ACT score or qualify for one of the exemptions.

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Step 6 - Schedule a counseling appointment

All incoming first-time college students are now required to meet with an OCC counselor. Once you complete steps 1-5, call to schedule an in-person or virtual  appointment. 

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Step 7 - Register for classes via MyOCC

Login to MyOCC. Select Student Planning and then Plan your Degree & Register for Classes.

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Step 8 - Buy your Books

You can order and have your books delivered from the OCC Bookstore by clicking Textbooks at the top of the page and selecting Get Your Textbooks. Enter your student ID number under the Financial Aid method of payment, and select HSDE which stands for High School Dual Enrollment.

The OCC Bookstore provides competitive comparisons to get your books.

Returning High School Dual Enrolled Student Steps

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STEP 1 - Log into your Admissions profile


Log into your Admissions Profile. Select ‘Create a New Application’ and complete a new application for the semester in which you plan to attend. Be sure to select the options for High School Dual Enrolled.

Most of the information from your previous application will populate. Verify the information is correct and complete any required fields marked with a red *. Submit.

NOTE: The Admissions Profile Email User Name and Password are different from the MyOCC User Name and Password that are still active and used to access your MyOCC and Student Email.

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Step 2 - Submit the Dual Enrollment/FERPA authorization form

High School Sponsored Students: Complete the High School Sponsored Dual Enrollment Form with a parent/guardian.

NOTE: If your high school is not listed in the form's high school drop down list, please email secondary@oaklandcc.edu so that it can be added to the list

Self-Pay Students: Complete the Self-Pay High School Dual Enrollment Form with a parent/guardian.

Once your High School Counselor (or parent/guardian for self-pay) signs the form, you will receive a copy for your records.  


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Step 3 - Set up your MyOCC account & email

Login to MyOCC with the same MyOCC user name and password you've been using then select student planning and then plan your Degree & Register for classes

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Step 4 - Buy your Books

You can order and have your books delivered from the OCC Bookstore by clicking Textbooks at the top of the page and selecting Get Your Textbooks. Enter your student ID number under the Financial Aid method of payment, and select HSDE which stands for High School Dual Enrollment.

The OCC Bookstore provides competitive comparisons to get your books.

 

Explore Your Interests

Take classes that will help you earn credits while enjoying the experience. Here’s the top 20 most popular classes taken by our dual enrolled students.

Course Prefix Number Course Title
ENG1510 Composition I
ENG1520 Composition II
PSY2510 Introduction to Psychology
SOC2510 Sociology
POL1510 American Government
MAT1580 Statistics
MAT1730 Calculus I
ECO2610 Principles of Macroeconomics
MAT1540 College Algebra
COM1290 Interpersonal Communication
PHI1510 Intro to Philosophy
BUS1100 Introduction to Business
BIO1511 Life Science
HUM1900 Introduction to Film
ART1510 Basic Drawing
HIS1520 World Civ From Modern Era
CHE1510 General Chemistry I
ASC1070 College Success Skills
CHE1000 Introductory Chemistry
MAT1150 Intermediate Algebra

Contact Information

We're here to help

If you need help, our Admissions Coordinators are ready to assist you with your questions:

Phone: 248.341.2280
Email: admissions@oaklandcc.edu