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School Counselor’s Guide — Spring 2027

University of Florida Online Dual Enrollment Program and Term Guide for School Counselors

I. Introduction

University of Florida Dual Enrollment Program (UF DE) is designed for eligible, accelerated high school students. Courses are fully asynchronous and taught by University of Florida faculty, offering a rigorous college learning experience that aligns with the UF academic calendar.

II. How UF DE Supports Students

Upon acceptance, each student has access to a Dual Enrollment Coordinator who provides one-on-one support for questions, degree planning, and course enrollment; students can contact their coordinator by phone or email for help with courses, tutoring needs, or other issues during their time as a UF DE student.

III. Eligibility

  • 3.6 cumulative unweighted high school GPA
  • Junior or Senior standing in high school
  • Minimum standardized test score:
    • ACT 22
    • PSAT 10/NMSQT 1130
    • SAT 1100
    • CLT 72
    • CLT10 83

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IV. Registration Process

  1. Initial meeting with school counselor
    The student meets with you to discuss interest in UF Dual Enrollment and review available online courses. View UF Dual Enrollment course descriptions and sample syllabi. URL: dualenrollment.ufl.edu/courses/
  2. Online application
    The student completes the online dual enrollment application and receives a confirmation email within 24 hours of submission; this application serves as the request for admission to the program.
  3. Counselor eligibility verification
    After the application is submitted, you will receive an email with a link to verify the student’s eligibility via an online form; no login is required to complete it.
  4. Admission decision and next steps
    After eligibility is verified, the application is reviewed and processed. Students receive application decision during their designated Decision Release Day; if accepted, the letter outlines next steps for course registration.
  5. Spring 2027 Decision Release Days:
    • Returning Students — November 10, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
    • New Students — November 12, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
  6. Registration confirmation
    Our system will email both the student and counselor listed on their UF DE application as a courtesy to confirm that student has been registered. Students are also instructed to provide a copy of their official UF schedule to their counselor upon confirmation.

V. School Counselor Responsibilities

  • Advise students and parents about dual enrollment course offerings.
  • Provide recommendation for admission by completing the online Counselor Verification Form (emailed to counselors within one week after student applies).
  • Advise on course selection for eligible students seeking to replace high school credit.
  • Explain university-level academic expectations, including course rigor, the impact of grades on academic records, and the consequences of course withdrawals.
  • Schedule adjustments: Students are responsible for notifying you of any dual enrollment course changes prior to the add/drop deadline.
  • Withdrawal requests: After discussing course withdrawal requests with the student, submit approval via email dual-enrollment@dce.ufl.edu

VI. UF Dates and Deadlines — Spring 2027

  1. Application is now open and closes on: November 6, 2026.
  2. Decision Release Days:
    • Returning Students— November 10, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
    • New Students— November 12, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
  3. First day of classes: January 11
  4. Add/drop deadline: January 15 by 5:00 p.m. Before this deadline, students may request changes without counselor approval. After January 15, any course changes (including drops) require emailed counselor approval and are considered official withdrawals recorded with a “W” on the UF transcript.
  5. Withdrawal deadline: April 9 by 5:00pm with counselor’s emailed approval.
  6. Last day of classes: April 21
  7. Exam week: April 24–30
  8. Note: All students (returning and new) must complete a new online application each term to continue in the program.

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VII. Resources

Academic Accommodations as a UF Dual Enrollment student via the Disability Resource Center (DRC):

Students with disabilities who experience learning barriers and would like to request academic accommodations should connect with the Disability Resource Center. 

GET STARTED WITH THE DRC

It is important for students to share their accommodation letter with their instructor and discuss their access needs, as early as possible in the semester.

Contact Information

  • Litza Echeverria Rubio — Director of Operational Services
  • Sara Tilli — Associate Director of Operational Services
  • Allison Costa — Senior Dual Enrollment Coordinator
  • William Clouser — Dual Enrollment Coordinator

    Office: 352-273-4155
    Email: dual-enrollment@dce.ufl.edu
    Website: http://dualenrollment.ufl.edu/