FOR RELEASE: July 16th, 2024
GREAT FALLS, MONTANA – Beginning in fall 2024, the University of Providence (UP) will offer three college courses for free to area high school students participating in one of the University’s Dual Enrollment programs.
This Three-for-Free advantage is just one way the University continues to address the needs of students across the state of Montana, making higher education accessible for all.
“The biggest advantage for students doing this is that we are the only institution offering three-for-free at a reduced rate. Most institutions offer two-for-free, and the average is $65 per credit hour. This change reflects our commitment to making education more affordable,” said Dr. Greg Johnson, Dean of the School of Liberal Arts and Science at UP.
The university’s Dual Enrollment program consists of two options: Argo Connect and Dual Credit.
Argo Connect provides current high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn college credits by taking up to six courses per semester at the University or online.
Within the Dual Credit program, current high school students enroll in specific high school courses that can be applied as UP credit. Students enrolled in this program take and complete approved courses for credit at their high school. Participating high schools include Great Falls High School, Charles M. Russell High School, and Great Falls Central Catholic High School.
Both Argo Connect and Dual Credit allow students to use the Three-for-Free advantage, making their first three courses free. All remaining courses are offered at $55 per credit hour.
“This change will contribute to more affordability and will offer students even more opportunity to consider how a college education might be something they could realistically pursue,” Dr. Johnson said.
Learn more about our dual enrollment programs here.
The University of Providence (UP) is a private, Roman Catholic Liberal Arts University founded in 1932 by the Sisters of Providence. The University of Providence honors the Sisters’ vision today by providing a mission-driven education to those that need it the most. UP is located in Great Falls, Montana and offers both undergraduate and graduate level liberal arts programs and health programs. For more information visit www.uprovidence.edu.
