Build time management and study skills needed for success at the next level. Gain the dexterity needed to adjust to the pace and expectations of college courses. The confidence that derives from success in IU courses taught through ACP will help you transition from high school to college.
Benefits to students
$25 per credit - $0 for students in Indiana high schools
ACP courses are only $25 per credit or free for students who qualify financially. (Non-Indiana residents pay an additional out-of-state fee per course.)
30+ IU courses
There are over 30 IU courses in a variety of disciplines taught by qualified ACP instructors.
Access to IU resources
ACP students have access to IU resources including the library, media reserves, and the Canvas learning platform.
Benefits to teachers
ACP equips instructors like you to teach IU curriculum and university learning outcomes in the high school classroom. IU coursework taught through ACP is designed to enhance critical thinking with goals that are relevant and timely with real-world applicability. ACP also provides professional development opportunities through IU campuses.
Free IU graduate courses & graduate degree programs
ACP instructors who need additional graduate courses or a graduate degree in order to meet the HLC faculty requirements are eligible for full tuition assistance toward IU graduate courses as part of the IU Dual Credit Pipeline program.
Experience
As an ACP Instructor, you will receive direct exposure to the rigor of college texts and the university curriculum.
Stipend
A stipend is supplied to you to purchase books and materials to assist in teaching IU courses through ACP.
Access to IU resources
You are granted access to a full spectrum of IU resources including but not limited to libraries, databases, and Canvas while teaching IU courses through ACP.
Benefits to High Schools
ACP provides a partnership with IU, an outstanding Research 1 and teaching university, as well as curriculum coordination. You will receive assistance from ACP with meeting state education guidelines. ACP also supplies incentives, engagement, and education for teachers and students with institutional partnership and support from all IU campuses to provide region-specific services. IU courses taught through ACP prepare students for success at the next level.
Cost effective
ACP works to support communities by saving students and families money.
Professional development
ACP works to support communities by saving students and families money.
Easy college transition
ACP’s dual-credit program eases students' transitions to college.