University Dual Enrollment
Florida Preparatory Academy offers students the opportunity to participate in University Dual Enrollment, allowing qualified students to earn college credits while still completing their high school diploma.
Our flagship dual-enrollment partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University provides students with early access to one of the world’s most respected aviation and aerospace universities. Students can take university-level courses in areas such as aeronautics, aerospace, engineering, aviation safety, drones, and aviation business while building both high school and college transcripts.
In addition to Embry-Riddle, Florida Prep students may also pursue dual-enrollment opportunities through Florida Institute of Technology (FIT/Florida Tech) and Eastern Florida State College (EFSC), expanding academic opportunities across liberal arts, engineering, computing, aviation, and advanced mathematics.
Dual Enrollment allows students who excel in their secondary school studies to pursue credit-granting university courses for several reasons:
- To explore subjects and potential pathways
- To gain early exposure to their intended university major
- To build a competitive academic profile for college admissions
- To earn advanced standing before enrolling at a university
In addition to academic enrichment, Dual Enrollment can also significantly reduce the cost of higher education. In some cases, students may save up to $40,000 in tuition by completing university credits early.
Embry-Riddle Dual Enrollment (Featured Program)
Florida Prep is launching an exciting Dual Enrollment partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University beginning in the 2026–2027 academic year.
Embry-Riddle is internationally recognized as a leader in aviation, aerospace, and STEM education, making this program an exceptional opportunity for students interested in careers in aviation, engineering, aerospace technology, and emerging fields.
Through this program, qualified students may:
- Take real Embry-Riddle university courses while in high school
- Earn official college credits that appear on an Embry-Riddle transcript
- Explore pathways in pilot training, aerospace engineering, drones, aviation safety, and aviation business
- Gain early experience with rigorous university-level coursework
Courses are taught on the Florida Prep campus by Embry-Riddle–approved instructors, allowing students to benefit from both a structured college-preparatory environment and a top aviation university curriculum.
This program gives students a powerful academic head start and helps prepare them for competitive university programs in aviation and STEM fields.
Dual Enrollment at Florida Tech and Eastern Florida
Florida Prep students also have access to established dual-enrollment partnerships with Florida Institute of Technology (FIT/Florida Tech) and Eastern Florida State College (EFSC).
Students enrolled at Eastern Florida State College may earn enough credits to graduate high school with an Associate’s Degree, providing a significant academic advantage when entering university.
Students pursuing dual enrollment at Florida Institute of Technology may accumulate up to 24 semester credit hours, with additional credits possible in special circumstances upon recommendation from the Academic Support Center Director at Florida Tech.
These programs provide opportunities to study subjects including:
- Engineering
- Computing
- Aviation and aeronautics
- Advanced mathematics
- Liberal arts and humanities
How Do You Apply for Dual Enrollment?
Applicants to the Dual Enrollment program must be domestic or international high school students whose academic record indicates strong potential for success in university-level coursework.
The Florida Prep Academic Department identifies qualified candidates and assists students through the application process.
General eligibility standards include:
- Cumulative GPA: 3.00 (unweighted) on a 4.00 scale
- SAT: 1100 combined (Critical Reading and Math)
- 550 Math recommended for math, science, or engineering courses
- ACT: 24 composite
- 25 Math sub-score recommended for math, science, or engineering courses
Additional placement requirements may vary depending on the university partner and selected courses.
Benefits of Dual Enrollment
Dual Enrollment offers motivated students a wide range of academic and professional advantages:
- Earn college credits at leading universities while still in high school
- Potentially save up to one year of university tuition
- Experience the expectations of college-level coursework early
- Access state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and research opportunities
- Strengthen university applications with advanced academic achievement
- Earn up to 24 college credits or even complete an Associate’s Degree
- Interact with world-class faculty and university instructors
- Enter college with advanced standing or sophomore status
