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John Brown University
2000 W. University St., Siloam Springs, AR 72761479-524-9500
jbuinfo@jbu.edu
For high school students
As a high school student, you can earn up to 24 total college credit hours at a discounted tuition rate during your junior and senior years of high school.
Earn college credit in high school.
Take courses at a discounted rate
As a junior or senior in high school, you may take a maximum of two classes per semester for $105 per credit hour (on campus).
Earn up to 24 hours of credit
You can earn up to 24 hours of college credit while in high school. That's the equivalent of two full-time semesters in college.
Get a scholarship to JBU
Upon enrollment at JBU as a full-time degree-seeking student, you will receive a $105 scholarship for each credit hour taken at JBU as a high school student. The maximum scholarship amount is $1,260 (equal to 12 credit hours at the dual enrollment rate).
Apply in just 15 minutes
Applying for dual enrollment is quick and easy. Fill out the online form, send in your transcripts and other materials, and you'll receive an admission decision within as little as a week!
Admission requirements for dual enrollment students
To be considered for admission to the dual enrollment program, you must meet the following minimum requirements:
Seniors:
- Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0
- Minimum test score:
- 20 ACT
- 1020 SAT
- 66 CLT
Juniors:
- Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0
- Minimum test score:
- 20 ACT
- 1020 SAT
- 66 CLT
- 20 PreACT
- 1020 PSAT
- 66 CLT10
- 429 Aspire
In addition, you must have your high school's approval to enroll.
Application deadlines
It is recommended that applications be completed and submitted to the Enrollment Office at least 24 hours prior to New Student Registration Day each semester.
Application fees
There is no application fee to apply for dual enrollment.
How to apply
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Complete the dual enrollment application
Start-to-finish, the application takes less than 15 minutes!
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Submit your high school transcript and other materials
Official high school transcript (required)
Work with your high school to provide JBU with an official high school transcript.
JBU prefers to receive transcripts electronically via:
- Parchment (Naviance)
- SCOIR
- Slate.org
- Overgrad
- EDI files through the National Student Clearinghouse
JBU will also accept transcripts sent via email to systems@jbu.edu or postal mail to:
John Brown University
Attn: Admissions Office
2000 W University St
Siloam Springs, AR 72761Note: Home-educated students have special requirements for high school transcripts.
Standardized test scores (required)
If your test scores are not included on your high school transcript, request that your test provider send official results to JBU.
- ACT: code 0130
- SAT: code 6321
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Get your admission decision in as little as a week!
In most cases, you'll receive an admission decision within a week of completing your application!
After you apply
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Activate your Eaglenet account
Activating your Eaglenet account will enable you to complete the dual enrollment process and access blackboard. Watch your email inbox for instructions to activate your account.
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Submit immunization records
If you are taking face-to-face classes at JBU's main campus or a regional location, the state of Arkansas requires JBU to document that you have met the state’s immunization requirements.
Required immunizations
- 2 doses of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)
Suggested immunizations
- Meningitis
- Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis)
JBU prefers to receive records via Medicat.
JBU may also receive records via:
- Email to Nurse Hostler (rhostler@jbu.edu)
- Fax to (479) 524-1621
- Postal mail to:
JBU Health Services
2000 W University Street
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
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Complete the Pre-Registration form on Eaglenet
Submission of the Pre-Registration form is required before you will be permitted to begin classes.
Frequently asked questions
How many courses may I take each semester
You may take up to two classes each semester.
What is the tuition rate for dual enrollment?
The tuition rate for dual enrollment is $105 per credit hour. Course fees and book costs may apply.
You will be required to pay all special course fees, applicable book costs and tuition on the day of registration.
Do I have to reapply?
You must submit a Dual Enrollment Application form each semester you wish to take a class.
What if I want to take more than two classes a semester or more than 24 hours total?
If you want to take classes beyond the dual enrollment course offer limit, you will pay the regular hourly tuition rate.
I have questions. Who can help?
Please contact academic partnerships for questions about dual enrollment.
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Policy Information
JBU does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, military status, or age in the administration of its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, employment, educational programs, or activities.
John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked regional university (U.S. News Best Colleges 2019), JBU enrolls more than 2,100 students from 38 states and 53 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers 41 majors, with top programs including engineering, nursing, family and human services, biology, graphic design and construction management.
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