Earn college credit while you’re still in high school and open doors to new opportunities.
Every course you complete earns credit for both high school and college, helping you
move toward graduation and your future goals faster.
- High school classes — College‑level courses taught right in your school by your own teachers
- Academy classes — Hands‑on learning in specialized career and technical programs
- On‑campus classes — Experience college life by taking classes at one of our campuses
- Live Virtual Learning — Join real‑time classes from anywhere with live instructors
- Online classes — Learn on your own schedule with flexible online options
2k
Concurrent Students Annually
20k
Credits Earned
How Concurrent Enrollment Works
Why Take Concurrent Enrollment Classes
- Get Ahead on College: If you want to start knocking out general education requirements or even work toward
your Associate of Arts degree, concurrent enrollment gives you a huge head start.
Check out our Associate of Arts Course Recommendations to see which classes fit your
goals.
- Explore Your Interests: Not sure what you want to study yet? Perfect. Take a class (or a few!) to test‑drive
different fields. See what sparks your interest — keep going if you love it, or switch
gears and try something new. If you’re in exploration mode, check out our Discovery
Academies.
- Jump‑Start a Skilled Trade: Already know you want to pursue a hands‑on career? Our Career Academies let you start
building real skills now. You can earn certificates and diplomas along the way, giving
you a strong foundation before you even graduate high school.
Eligibility Requirements
To take concurrent enrollment classes, make sure you meet the following requirements:
- Grades 9–12 — Concurrent enrollment opportunities are open to all high school students in grades
9 through 12.
- Iowa Senior Year Plus requirements — Students must meet the eligibility standards outlined in Iowa Code under Senior
Year Plus.
- Proficiency for Arts & Sciences courses — To enroll in Arts & Sciences classes, you must demonstrate academic proficiency.
Your high school counselor can help you determine whether you qualify.
- College‑level prerequisites — High school students must meet the same prerequisite expectations as traditional
college students. These may include placement test scores, required prior coursework,
or minimum GPA standards.
Applying & Enrolling
You’ve explored your options. You found the perfect program — or maybe a few perfect
programs. You’re ready to sign up.
Earning Credits
When you take a concurrent enrollment class, you earn both high school and college
credit at the same time. Your high school decides how each course counts toward your
graduation requirements.
Once you successfully complete a class, the grade appears on both your high school
transcript and your official college transcript.
There are three especially important things to keep in mind:
- Your high school eligibility — Grades in concurrent classes can affect whether you remain eligible for extracurricular
activities.
- Your permanent college transcript — Your college transcript follows you to every college or university you attend in
the future.
- Your financial aid eligibility — The grades you earn now can impact your future financial aid options.
If you have questions about how this applies to you, talk with your high school counselor
or your College & Career Counseling Coach.
Earn an IHCC Scholarship!
Events
GEMS Camp
June 10-11, 2026
GEMS (Girls Exploring Math & Science) campers will have the opportunity to explore
college programming through a variety of hands-on activities in Science, Technology,
Math & Engineering. You will create, explore, and discover how much fun learning
can be!! If you are finishing the 3rd, 4th & 5th grades at the end of this school year, come join us for the FUN!! Registration links
will be open later.
Register Today
BROS Camp
June 17-18, 2026
BROS (Boys Rocking Stem) campers will have the opportunity to explore college programming
through a variety of hands-on activities in Science, Technology, Math & Engineering.
You will create, explore, and discover how much fun learning can be!! If you are
finishing the 3rd, 4th & 5th grades at the end of this school year, come join us for the FUN!! Registration links
will be open later.
Register Today
Centerville Programs Day
High school seniors are invited to explore programs and tour our newly renovated Centerville
Campus. Indian Hills Community College (IHCC) Admissions will be available to assist
students with our application and answer any questions.
Learn More
Senior Saturday
High school seniors and their families are invited to join us for Senior Saturday,
an event designed to help students take the next step toward college. This is a great
opportunity to take a guided campus tour, get hands-on support with our application,
learn about programs we offer, explore scholarship opportunities and financial aid
resources.
Learn More
8th Grade Days
8th Grade Career Day is designed to assist students in their career pathway exploration
and 4-year planning, by giving them an opportunity to explore various career options;
learn about job descriptions, and education/certification requirements.
2026 dates coming soon!
Program Majors Fairs
High school sophomores and juniors are invited to get an up-close look at the 70+
programs IHCC has to offer. Students will tour labs and talk with program instructors
about what they will learn in their program. They will talk with industry professionals
and learn what it is really like to work in their field. This is the perfect opportunity
for students to figure out which program is right for them.
Learn More
Warrior Wednesdays
Warrior Wednesday is a great day to bring groups of students (9th-12th grades) to meet with the admissions team to learn more about IHCC and what we have
to offer. Students will have a guided tour of Ottumwa Campus and North Campus.
Learn More
Discover Academy Day
10th grade students can explore specialized academy options available for their junior
and senior years. These academies offer focused coursework in areas such as health,
computers, welding, auto technology, machining, business, and performing arts. Completion
of an academy can lead to an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) or Associate of
Arts (A.A.) degree. Academies give students a head start on college and careers by
offering early college credit, hands-on learning, and real-world experience. They
help students save money, explore career paths, and graduate with valuable skills
or even a degree from IHCC.
2026 dates coming soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
Student FAQs
How do I create an account or register for classes?
Go to Dual Enroll (indianhills.dualenroll.com) to apply or register for classes. When creating your account, your login (username)
and password should be something you will remember. Make sure to have your full 9-digit
social security number to complete your application.
To register for classes, simply type in the course code or course name in the ‘By
Keyword’ box on the left. Ask your counselor or a High School Programs staff member
for assistance on choosing the right class or section for you!
What is my log in information?
For WIN, MyHills and your IHCC Email (everything except Dual Enroll), your login will be your IHCC email address, and your password is your own creation. If it is your first time logging in or if you do not recall your password, click the ‘Forgot your password’
to set your password.
What is my Indian Hills email address?
The typical student email format is: [email protected].
However, if you have a fairly common name, your email may include some numbers. If
you are having trouble logging in with the standard email format, you can reach out
to a High School Programs staff member or our IT Helpdesk for assistance.
How do I find my ID#?
You can find your student ID# typically within 24 hours of creating your account by
going to Dual Enroll, click ‘Profile’ on the top left of the page, and click the ‘Academics’
tab on the menu to the right of the page.
Is there an easy place for me to access everything I need for Indian Hills?
You can access everything you need through WIN. Once in WIN, go to the High School Programs group page, and click the high school student tab. Here
you will find links to your email, MyHills, Dual Enroll, grades, transcripts, student handbook, and the application to fill
out if you choose to continue at IHCC post-high school.
What is the maximum number of credits I can take?
You are technically allowed to take as many classes per term as you wish, up to 15 credits. Keep in mind that you need to be able to keep up with your course work both for your
high school and college classes and should be mindful of your ability to balance your
school, work, and any extracurricular activities.
How much does it cost to take a dual credit class?
It is FREE! Courses that are approved by your school cost you nothing to take. Your
school pays for the class, and books or other course materials are provided for you.
The only classes you may have to pay for would be an unapproved course, or if you
decided to take classes during the summer.
The cost of a class for the 2024-2025 school year is $210 per credit (not including
books) so even taking one class can save you money in the future!
How do I find my grades?
Many instructors update grades in MyHills as your work is graded throughout the term.
However, if you do not see a grade or believe your grade is incorrect, it is best
to reach out to your instructor to make sure you are completing all the necessary
work and are on track to pass the class.
Do the college classes I take in high school affect my future college enrollment or
financial aid?
Yes! The classes you take in high school not only affect your high school transcript, but they are also on your permanent college record. If you pass the class this can
be helpful for college applications, saving money, and earning a degree or certificate
sooner. However, it also means that if you fail a class, it will negatively impact your high school and college GPA and can even result in less financial aid or fewer
scholarship opportunities.
What is the best way to be successful in my college classes?
- Work diligently! Know when your assignments are due and make sure they are turned
in on time and are fully complete.
- Show up to your classes and communicate with your instructor beforehand if you must
miss a class or right away if you are having trouble with any of the material in the
class.
- Our tutoring center and IT helpdesk are available to you as an IHCC student and are
great resources for helping you through any challenges.
Counselor FAQs
How do I know if a class my student is registering for is restricted or has seats
available?
Unfortunately, Dual Enroll is unable to provide a way for this information to be visible
during registration. Even our system for our traditional students is unable to provide
this information.
However, if a section is full, it will no longer be visible to students. For Arts
and Science classes, we recommend, if there are multiple sections to choose from,
choose an odd numbered section. They are typically the open sections, but that may
not always hold true.
We work diligently once registration opens to move students to open sections or correct
any errors. We are intentional in this to try to sort and process registrations according
to which students submitted first.
How do students register if they do not have a social security number?
If students have a SS number but just don’t have it with them at the time they are
creating their account, they can click through and update the other tabs in Dual Enroll
to complete most of the application. Once they receive their SSN they can just jump
back to the Student Address tab and add their number.
If students truly have no SSN, they will need to fill out the paper application form
each term they wish to register for classes. Once complete, the application should
be submitted to High School Programs.
How do students register if the class will be paid for by the parent?
All students must have access to the same classes. Therefore, if a class is paid for
by the school for one student, it must be made available to all students.
However, in the case that a class will not be paid for by the high school and the
parent will be paying, students should fill out a paper application form for that
class and submit it with their parent’s signature. Or, they can submit the class through
Dual Enroll but then we need to be notified if parent pay is the option selected.
How do students find their ID#?
Students can find their student ID# typically within 24 hours of creating their account
by going to the Academics tab on their profile page in Dual Enroll.
Can I see a student’s current grade?
Unfortunately, even we do not have access to students grades aside from midterm and
final grades. Students have access to view their grades through MyHills once their
instructor posts them. Students can also reach out to their instructor if they are
unsure of their status.
What are the different reports in Dual Enroll and which ones should I use?
Reports give you a large, varying amount of information for you to use to track your
students. Reports are generated as excel sheets, so if you do not need a column that
is included on the generated report, you can just delete it! After downloading a report,
you can also easily sort the excel document to organize by student name, class, lecture
method, or course grade.
- Completed Registrations- Find your complete list of students who are registered for a class.
- Registrations with status: Find the list of students and the classes they have registered or attempted to register
for. This includes statuses of complete, dropped, abandoned, or failed.
- Student Roster- Find your list of registered students along with their midterm and final grades*,
including any students who have been withdrawn. This report is by term so you can
pull reports for the current term or a past term.
*Grades are available to view in this report the day after grades are posted by the
college.
Additional Resources
Questions?
Becky Zesiger, Director, High School Programs
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5277 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5277
Email: [email protected]
Winter Peck, Administrative Assistant, High School Programs
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5125 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5125
Email: [email protected]
Molly Hale, Administrative Assistant, High School Programs
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Phone: (641) 683-5247 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5247
Email: [email protected]