About the Knight Program

Participating in the Knight Program allows students the exceptional opportunity to get a low-cost jump start on their college degree with the convenience of taking these courses during their normal high school day, right on their high school campus, while also using the coursework to complete the requirements for a high school diploma.

A realm of opportunity awaits prospective participants through Mount Saint Mary College’s High School Dual Enrollment Program. High school students have the opportunity to engage in collegiate-level coursework within a familiar and conducive environment.

The Benefits:

•  Students can engage in college-level coursework while still in high school, providing them with a head start on their collegiate education.
•  Successful completion of dual enrollment courses earn students’ college credits, which can accelerate their progress toward a degree and reduce the overall cost of higher education.
•  By experiencing the rigor of college-level coursework, students develop essential academic skills such as critical thinking, time management, and effective study habits, better preparing them for the challenges of higher education.
•  Dual enrollment provides students with a preview of college life, including expectations, academic demands, and campus culture, thereby easing the transition from high school to college.