The Pittsburgh Promise advances Promise scholarship funds that may await students upon high school graduation to use toward dual enrollment courses (college courses taken before high school graduation).
To qualify, students must: • be in 11th or 12th grade, • be on track to graduate by 2028, and • have been enrolled in PPS (or one of its charters) and lived in the city of Pittsburgh since 9th grade
Promise scholarship funds used toward dual enrollment will be deducted from students’ postsecondary Promise scholarship, if they are eligible upon graduation.
Students may request advances on their Promise Scholarship to cover the cost of dual enrollment courses at: • Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) • Seton Hill University’s College in High School (CHS) Program (offered on-site at Allderdice) • University of Pittsburgh’s College in High School (CHS) Program (offered on-site at Obama and SciTech)
1. Register for a course at CCAC.
If you attend a participating high school, you may also register with Seton Hill CHS or University of Pittsburgh CHS.
For CCAC, you will need to create an account at discover.ccac.edu, complete and submit the CCAC Dual Enrollment Supplemental Fill In Form to CCAC, connect with a CCAC advisor to register, and any other steps required for the specific course you wish to take.
For Seton Hill University College in High School and University of Pittsburgh College in High School, students will receive registration instructions from their high school teachers.
Please contact the school where you are enrolling for more specific information about registration and payment deadlines.
2. Apply for scholarship funds from the Promise.
After registering with the school, complete the Promise Scholarship Advance and Release Form and submit it to dualenrollment@pittsburghpromise.org.
We advise you to submit this form well before the institution’s payment deadline so we can add your name and course selection to our roster with each school.
What are the requirements to take advantage of the Dual Enrollment program?
To qualify, the student must be in 11th or 12th grade, be on track to graduate by 2028, and have been enrolled in PPS (or one of its charters) and lived in the city of Pittsburgh since 9th grade. Funding of courses by The Promise does not imply or guarantee postsecondary scholarship eligibility upon graduation.
How many courses does the Promise cover per semester?
The Promise will cover 1 course per student (up to 4 credits) during the fall and spring semesters. Students may seek Promise approval to take more than one course during the summer semester.
Does The Pittsburgh Promise pay for online dual enrollment courses?
Yes, at CCAC!
Does The Pittsburgh Promise pay for books?
Yes!
How will I know if course credits will transfer to another university or institution after I graduate?
CCAC has articulation agreements with 29 colleges and universities that facilitate easy credit transfers in 125 programs. Students should contact CCAC and speak with a transfer counselor to discuss how credits may transfer to another institution. Promise funding does not imply or guarantee credit transferability.
How do I know if Dual Enrollment is right for me?
For many, Dual Enrollment offers savings of time and funds by allowing students to take courses at a reduced cost, explore majors, and complete essential courses before college begins. Students and families should discuss Dual Enrollment options and how they align with postsecondary plans with their high school guidance counselor.
Does The Pittsburgh Promise cover the cost of transportation?
No. It is the responsibility of the student and their family to get to and from the CCAC campus.
Will The Promise pay for dual enrollment at schools other than CCAC, Pitt CHS or Seton Hill CHS?
Students may inquire at dualenrollment@pittsburghpromise.org if they are interested in dual enrollment opportunities at institutions other than these, which may be considered during summers only.
