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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the dual credit program?
The program provides a unique opportunity for students to fulfill their high school education and obtain college credit at the same time. Mount Marty College's (MMC) first partnerships in the Dual Credit Program were formed in 1996 and have proven to be very successful and a huge educational asset to all students who take advantage of the program.
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What are the benefits to the students?
Through participation in the Dual Credit Program students gain confidence in themselves and their ability to do college level work. Those who successfully complete the course(s) receive a MMC transcript verifying completion of college-level coursework. This allows high school juniors and seniors to get a "jump start" on their college education since the credits are transferable to other colleges and universities. Students participating in this program have earned up to a year's worth of college credit while still in high school.
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Any high school junior or senior, who meets their participating schools' requirements is eligible to participate in the Dual Credit Program. See your high school guidance counselor for more information.
Students must be approved and have permission from their high school's guidance counselor, teacher, or appropriate personnel in order to register for a dual credit course. Students must be approved for advanced placement courses or meet two of the following criteria in order to enroll in dual credit courses with Mount Marty College:
a) 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
b) Minimum grade of "B" in prior content related courses of the dual credit course.
c) Minimum ACT score of 21 in content related sub test.
d) Rank in the top half of the class.
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What about transferability?
The Dual Credit courses have been carefully evaluated by Mount Marty College faculty and administration to ensure that they are equivalent to on-campus college courses. The credits will transfer to most other colleges and universities; however, each institution has its own policies and regulations concerning the transfer of credits. Therefore, it is advisable that students check with the college(s) they are considering to ensure that they will receive credit. MMC currently has an agreement with the S.D. Board of Regents that guarantees our dual credit credits will transfer to South Dakota state institutions.
Once students determine where they will be attending college, they can contact the MMC Registrar's Office at 668-1515 and request transcripts to be sent to the college they will be attending. This will assist in the transfer process. If you have questions about the transfer process and need assistance, please contact the Admission Office at 668-1545.
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What is the cost to the student?
MMC has several program which offer high school students a very affordable way to obtain college credit.
Tuition for the 2007-2008 academic year:
High School Dual Credit Courses: $55 per credit hour
SILDL Distance Education Courses: $95 per credit hour
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Who teaches the Dual Credit Courses?
All faculty teaching in the Dual Credit Program have MMC faculty or adjunct faculty status. They must hold the appropriate credentials which includes a Master's degree to attain this status. Each high school faculty member is assigned a MMC faculty liaison. The courses offered through SILDL are taught by MMC faculty.
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How is the program evaluated?
MMC is committed to offering a high quality Dual Credit Program. Therefore, each course is evaluated at the end of each semester through surveys administered to students participating in the Dual Credit Program. The program itself is evaluated through surveys administered to seniors at the end of their final semester. This survey information is also used to assess the transferability of credits to other colleges and universities.
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What is the process for registration?
Students may register online for dual credit courses. Payment for courses can be paid either by credit card or by cash or check. The payment must be received within one week of registration. Payment with credit card can be processed through the online registration form. Payment with cash or check can be made at the MMC Admission Office or mailed to the Admission Office at 1105 W 8th Street, Yankton, SD 57078. Registration and payment must be submitted within one week of beginning of the semester.
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What schools are currently participating in the Dual Credit Program and what courses do they offer?
Bon Homme High School | Tyndall, SD
Spring
BIO 186 - Introduction to Physiology - 4 credits
CHM 101 - General Chemistry I - 4 credits
PHY 221 - Principles of Physics I - 4 credits
Dakota Valley High School | North Sioux City, SD
Spring
BIO 103 - Principles of Biology - 4 credits
ENG 210 - Introduction to Literature - 3 credits
POS 120 - American Government - 3 credits
Gayville-Volin High School | Gayville, SD
Fall
MTH 150 - College Algebra - 4 credits
Spring
MTH 180 - Pre-Calculus - 4 credits
O'Gorman High School | Sioux Falls, SD
Fall
ENG 103 - Composition I - 3 credits
GRM 201 - Intermediate German I - 3 credits
PHY 221 - Principles of Physics I - 4 credits
Spring
ENG 210 - Introduction to Literature - 3 credits
GRM 202 - Intermediate German II - 3 credits
PHY 222 - Principles of Physics II - 4 credits
STH 130 - Speech Communications - 3 credits
Wagner High School | Wagner, SD
Fall
ENG 103 - Composition I - 3 credits
Spring
ENG 210 - Introduction to Literature - 3 credits
Yankton High School | Yankton, SD
Fall
CHM 111 - General Chemistry I - 4 credits
ENG 103 - Composition I - 3 credits
HIS 120 - US History I - 3 credits
MTH 209 - Calculus I - 4 credits
SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish - 3 credits
Spring
BIO 103 - Principles of Biology - 4 credits
CHM 112 - General Chemistry II - 4 credits
ENG 210 - Introduction to Literature - 3 credits
HIS 121 - US History II - 3 credits
MTH 210 - Calculus II - 4 credits
SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish - 3 credits
SILDL | Southeast Interactive Long Distance Learning Consortium
SILDL includes the following high schools: Alcester Hudson High School, Avon High School, Centerville High School, Gayville-Volin High School, Hurley High School, Irene-Wakonda High School, Parker High School, Tea High School, Viborg High School, and other high schools.
Fall
ENG 103 - Composition I - 3 credits
HIS 229 - US History since 1877 - 3 credits
MTH 150 - College Algebra - 4 credits
PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology - 3 credits
Spring
ENG 210 - Introduction to Literature - 3 credits
HIS 228 - US History I - 3 credits
MTH 180 - Precalculus - 4 credits
SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology - 3 credits
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What else do I need to do if I am enrolled in a SILDL course?
1. Students need to arrange for course book(s) by one of two methods:
a) Go to the Pages Bookstore on the Mount Marty College campus (located in the Roncalli Center, lower level). The bookstore will know which book you will need based on the course number. The bookstore is open Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
b) Call the bookstore to order your book(s) and have your book(s) shipped to you if you pay by credit card. The phone number for the bookstore is 605-668-1540.
(NOTE: Students may sell their book(s) back for cash at the end of the semester during finals week at the MMC Bookstore.)
2. Students must receive a username and password before classes begin in order to use the Blackboard system and must receive a library ID number and library information in order to use library services online.
a) To attain username and password, go here; click on the link for new students to retrieve your account information.
b) To attain a library ID card, contact the MMC Library at 605-665-1555.
Who should I contact for more information?
Admissions Office
Mount Marty College
1105 West 8th Street
Yankton, SD 57078
mmcadmit@mtmc.edu
(800)-658-4552 or (605)-668-1545
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