ABC Advance – Dual Credit Program
College Credit for High School Students
Calling high school juniors and seniors! Get a start on college by taking ABC Advance college courses that can also count towards your high school career.
Save Money & Start Your College Journey Today
Whether you attend a public school, private school, or home school, take regionally accredited college courses from a Biblical worldview. Get spiritual benefits, academic enhancement, and financial savings by taking ABC Advance classes while you’re in high school.
Complete up to 12 credits/year of college academics at a significantly reduced cost. High school students can pay as little as $100/credit hour. This is an 85% discount from the undergraduate cost!
Online and In-Person Classes Available
West Virginia students: if you live in the Beckley or Raleigh County area, you can take ABC Advance classes on campus! Online courses are also available for students outside the area or those who prefer to learn from their home.
Enrolling in ABC Connect
Apply to ABC
Use the Undergrad application form and select ABC Connect as the Degree you are pursuing.
Request a Pastor’s Reference
Include an email address for your church or pastor on your application in order for the reference form to be sent.
Submit Academic Documents
High school students will need to submit one of the following
- Current achievement test or ACT/SAT/CLT scores
- A high school transcript (high school GPA of 2.50 or higher is strongly recommended)
Register for Classes
ABC will notify you when you are accepted. Only then can you register for class(es) using our ABC Advance registration form.
Questions About ABC Advance High School Credits
Who can take classes?
High school juniors and seniors who are academically ready for college classes can sign up for ABC Advance.
What does it cost?
ABC Advance is $100/credit hour for up to 12 credits/year (85% discount!)
This cost does not cover books, which will be the student’s responsibility.
When are the classes?
ABC Advance classes follow ABC’s semester schedule. Students must apply, be accepted, and register for classes by the end of the first week of class.
Term Dates:
- Summer 2023: May 8 – August 1
- Fall 2023: August 29 – December 15
- Spring 2024: January 9 – May 4
How do I get a transcript?
If you have taken ABC Advance classes and need a transcript, please submit a Transcript Request Form.