Get a Head Start on College
As a high school student, you can enroll in University of Delaware credit courses as a Continuing Education non-degree student. Whether you choose courses on campus or online, you’ll learn alongside UD undergraduate students and experience college-level coursework before graduation.
Earn college credit and explore interests
Take up to seven credits during the fall, winter, spring or summer term.
Experience college-level learning
Learn alongside current UD students and explore academic interests.
Build your academic record
Earn credits and a GPA that may apply toward a future UD degree*.
*GPA and credits earned become part of your official University of Delaware academic record that may later apply to a UD degree.
Explore course options
High school students may enroll in undergraduate courses at the 100-400 level provided they:
- Meet any required prerequisites through previous coursework or qualifying AP/IB scores
- Register in courses with available seats
- Enroll in courses that are open to non-degree students
Most students choose introductory 100- or 200-level courses. Graduate courses and courses reserved for specific majors are generally unavailable.
Planning to take math courses?
Students enrolling in mathematics courses must complete the UD Math Placement Assessment and earn the required placement score unless they have qualifying AP/IB exam scores or previous college coursework that satisfies the prerequisite.
An ACCESS Center academic advisor will guide you through the process.
Tuition and costs
Continuing Education students pay standard University of Delaware tuition and applicable fees. Students are also responsible for required textbooks, course materials and supplies.
Registration process
Getting started is easy. Before registering for classes, you will need to meet with an ACCESS Center academic advisor at least one week before the start of the term.
What your advisor will help with
Your advisor will:
- Help you explore course options
- Review eligibility and prerequisites
- Assist with registration
- Provide any required forms
- Answer any questions about enrollment
- Provide ongoing support throughout the process
Ready to get started?
Schedule an advising appointment with an ACCESS Center academic advisor. Appointments are available in person or via Zoom.
Email: access-advise@udel.edu
Phone: 302-831-8843
To Know Before Your Appointment
A parent or guardian must be present for the meeting. Please have a copy of your most recent report card available.
