Dual Enrollment &
Early Pathways (DEEP)
Go DEEP. Grow Strong.
Earn College Credits as a High School Student
Your Pathway to College Credit in Three Simple Steps
Step 1: Apply Online
Complete our free, simple online application
Step 2: Choose Your Courses
Your academic advisor will help you select from a wide-range of transferable, 100-200 level college courses.
Step 3: Start Learning
Log in to your courses, engage with our expert faculty, and begin earning college credits immediately!
Explore the Benefits
Grow in your Christian Faith
Ask questions in a safe space as you learn the solid foundation upon which Christianity is built.
Develop a Biblical Worldview
Regardless of your future career path, the importance of thinking biblically grows greater as our culture leans further away from God.
Get a Head Start on Your Degree
Earn credits that transfer to most major universities, allowing you to finish early, take lighter loads, or even pursue a second major.
Save thousands of Dollars on Tuition
As an online college, you’re not paying room and board. DEEP classes are offered at a significantly reduced rate as well.
Take Classes Around Your Schedule
With no set times to meet, you can fit your courses around school activities, extra-curricular activities, and family life.
Experience College Academics
Challenge yourself with real college-level courses and learn from experienced university professors.
Featured Courses
DISCIPLESHIP
BI 222 Principles of Bible Study
APOL 101 Introduction to Apologetics
BI 212 Life of Christ
GET AHEAD
EN 101 English Composition
SP 101 Fundamentals of Speech
HI 201 US History 1
Or choose any 100- or 200-level course, with over 80 from which to choose!
Parent Testimonial
We were so appreciative of the way dual enrollment classes helped prepare our high school student for future college work as well as the opportunity to save both time and money as she pursued her degree after graduation. The faculty were exceptional, and we are grateful for their Christian influence upon our daughter.
Costs
An Affordable Investment into Your Future
Program FAQs
Learn more about the program in the form of frequently asked questions. Feel free to reach out to our team if you have a question that is not covered here.
Qualifications
Dual enrollment is limited to students at least 15 years of age who have not graduated from high school and who are under the age of 21. Students must have earned a GPA of at least 2.5 in their most recent high school term. Students must have the deportment needed to independently navigate college-level courses in an online setting.
Application and Registration
High school students may apply for dual enrollment at the age of 14 but will not be able to enter their first course until the term that begins on or after their 15th birthday.
To apply, click Apply Now. Under “Application,” choose “Dual Enrollment” as your degree program. Once your application has been accepted, you will be assigned to an advisor to help you through the remainder of the process and will be given access to the LMS where you will register for your classes.
Tuition, Fees, and Books
Tuition is only $100 per credit hour, which can be paid in four installments. Application, registration, and technology fees are waived for dual enrollment students. You will be able to view and pay for tuition on our Student Information System. The textbooks for each course are listed on the Learning Management System. Students decide where they purchase their textbooks and other resources.
Schedule
All courses include a recorded lecture component. Each lecture is approximately 30 minutes with most modules having only 2 or 3 lectures per week. This provides the greatest flexibility for our students.
Pre-recorded lectures allow our instructors to provide substantial feedback on assignments and to spend more time with individual students as needed, ensuring that one student does not get lost in a crowd.
Grades and Grade Reporting
Students have access to their grades and semester averages on a daily basis through the Learning Management System. Final grades are sent to the school at the end of the term in the form of an official transcript.
Internet Access and Email
All students enrolled in courses at VBC are expected to have regular access to a high-speed internet connection in order to be able to stream session recordings.
All quizzes and tests are taken online through the Learning Mangement System (LMS).
All document transfer and grade reporting are completed through the LMS as well.
Most communication from the college office and instructors takes place via e-mail.
Students will be given a VBC e-mail address. Students should check this e-mail and the LMS for announcements daily.
Request More Info
Whether you want to apply immediately or simply request more information, we will reach out personally to help you towards your goals.