Which term refers to an advanced high school course where students are enrolled in both high school and college at the same time?

• A. Elective Courses
• B. International Baccalaureate Course
• C. Steps for Achieving Goals
• D. Dual Credit Courses

Answer: (D)

Taking college credits while still in high school is called dual credit courses. This setup lets students enroll in college-level classes through a partnered college or university while finishing high school, earning credits that count toward both diplomas. It can save time and money in college if the credits transfer well, though eligibility and transferability depend on placement tests, GPA, and articulation agreements. Elective courses are just extra high school classes without guaranteed college credit. An International Baccalaureate course is a specific rigorous program with its own diploma track, not inherently about simultaneous college enrollment. Steps for Achieving Goals is a planning outline, not a type of course.