Dual Enrollment Program

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Welcome to the Office of Dual Enrollment

At Del Mar College, the Dual Enrollment Programs allow high school students to take college-level courses to earn both high school and college credit at the same time. This allows students to follow a college pathway for access to higher education and/or career goals. Participation in dual enrollment can in improve high school graduation rates, provide more opportunities for the families of the community, and reduce time to receiving a degree or credential.

Save Time

Waste no time! Earn College and High School credit at the same time!

Save Money

Dual enrollment is FREE for all Texas Homeschools, Public High Schools, Charter Schools, Parochials!

Own Your Dream

DMC is committed to the Coastal Bend Community, investing in our future!

About the Department

The Dual Enrollment Program offers motivated high school students the opportunity to get a head start on their college journey—while still earning their high school diploma. By enrolling in college-level courses, students can explore academic interests, challenge themselves with advanced coursework, and earn credits that count toward both high school graduation and a college credential of value.

Meet Our Staff Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Us

Phone: (361) 698-1634
Fax: (361) 698-2351
Email: dualenrollment@delmar.edu

Office Location: 101 Baldwin Blvd.
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Heldenfels Administration (HA) Bldg., Ste. 101
Heritage Campus
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Need Help Choosing a Pathway?

If you're not sure which career or pathway is right for you, use the Career Coach assessment today! Career Coach is an online tool designed to identify your interests and strengths in order to help you make the best choices for your education and career.

Watch a short video for an overview or start using the tool right away!

Go to Career Coach

Program Information

Through partnerships with accredited colleges and universities, our program provides:

  • Rigorous, real-world learning experiences
  • Significant savings on future college tuition
  • Flexible course options, including on-campus, online, and hybrid formats
  • A supportive environment that helps students build confidence and college-readiness skills

Whether you’re seeking to accelerate your education, explore potential career pathways, or simply experience college life early, the Dual Enrollment Program opens the door to exciting opportunities. Your future starts now—let’s begin the journey together.

Your future starts now—let’s begin the journey together.

How To Apply

  • Talk with your high school counselor, to see if your high school is partnered with DMC.
  • Apply Online - ApplyTexas Application
  • Test-TSIA2, ACT, and SAT are all tests we accept. These assessments help us determine your current academic level. Every college course has REM-level requirements, so we want to ensure that you are well prepared to succeed in the course in which we enroll you.
  • High School Transcript-Provide an official high school transcript.
  • Meningitis Vaccine-Students under the age of 21 enrolled in a Texas Public Institution are required to have the Meningitis Vaccine or Meningitis Exemption Form.
  • Dual Enrollment Registration Form-Talk with your high school counselor or Dual Enrollment Coordinator about registering for classes, the classes you decide to take will go on your registration form.

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Learn More about Dual Enrollment

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Counselor's Corner

Dual Enrollment/High School Counselor Helpful Resources

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Facilitator's Corner

Dual Enrollment Facilitator Information

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Student's Corner

Dual Enrollment Student Resources

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Registration Forms

Dual Enrollment & Early College Registration forms.

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TSIA2 Information

Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2) information.

Go to TSIA2 Information
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Partnering ISD's

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for each partnering ISD.

Go to Partnering ISD's
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Becoming a Viking

You have what it takes to Become a Viking!

Becoming a Viking Info
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Student Tech Setup

Everything you need to get your technology ready for your first day at Del Mar College.

Student Tech Setup Info
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Current Vikings

Resources for Del Mar College Students

Current Vikings Info

Dual Enrollment Interest Form

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