Application for Dual Enrollment Tuition Waiver/ Scholarship Fall 2026

Program Overview

Southern Union State Community College is committed to expanding access to Dual Enrollment opportunities for high school students. Through institutional support and partnership with the Southern Union Foundation, a limited number of Dual Enrollment Tuition Waivers and Scholarships are available to assist eligible students with the cost of college coursework while enrolled in high school.

This program is designed to provide students with a strong academic foundation, early exposure to college-level learning, and increased college and career readiness.

Award Information
Students may be considered for the following funding opportunities, subject to eligibility and available funding:

Institutional Tuition Waiver – Covers tuition for one (1) academic Dual Enrollment course per semester (Fall, Spring, and Summer).
STEM Scholarship – Covers tuition and eligible fees for one (1) qualifying mathematics or science course.
Career Technical Education (CTE) Scholarship – Covers tuition and eligible fees for up to two (2) qualifying Career Technical Education courses.

Awards are limited and are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while funding is available. Funding availability may vary by semester and program.

Student Responsibility
Students are responsible for any expenses not covered by the tuition waiver or scholarship, including but not limited to:

ACCS Enhancement Fee, Reserve Fee
Textbooks
Course materials
Supplies
Specialized equipment
Course-specific fees not covered by the funding source

Tuition & Fee Chart: https://www.suscc.edu/admissions/tuition-and-fees

Acceptance of funding does not eliminate a student's responsibility for any remaining balance.

Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:

✔ Be enrolled in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade

✔ Maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative unweighted high school GPA

✔ Be admitted to Southern Union State Community College

✔ Possess an active Southern Union Student ID (A#)

✔ Meet all placement score requirements and course prerequisites

✔ Submit all required Dual Enrollment documentation

✔ Remain eligible under Alabama Community College System Dual Enrollment policies

Student's Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name

Southern Union Student ID Number:

Example, A12345678

Date of Birth:

Date

Southern Union Email Address:

Example: beabison99@mail.suscc.edu

Personal Email

Example: beabison@gmail.com

Phone Number:

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Mailing Address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

What High School do you attend?

Funding Requested (Select all that apply)

Requested Course(s) to enroll in for the semester:

Parent Name

Parent Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Parent Email

example@example.com

Academic & Financial Responsibility Acknowledgement

Rows	I understand and acknowledge
My Dual Enrollment coursework becomes part of my permanent Southern Union State Community College academic transcript.
Grades earned through Dual Enrollment become part of my permanent college record and may be considered by colleges and universities when evaluating future admission, transfer, scholarships, or academic standing.
I understand that withdrawing from a course, failing a course, or not successfully completing attempted coursework may affect my future eligibility for federal, state, and institutional financial aid after I graduate from high school and enroll as a college student.
I understand that after high school graduation, I must meet the Standards of Academic Progress (SAP) established by Southern Union State Community College to remain eligible for financial aid. SAP includes, but is not limited to: Maintaining the required cumulative GPA Successfully completing the required percentage of attempted coursework (Pace) Completing my degree within the maximum allowable timeframe
I understand that my Dual Enrollment coursework may be included when determining my future Standards of Academic Progress for financial aid eligibility
I understand that failure to meet SAP requirements may result in the loss of eligibility for federal and state financial aid until eligibility is regained or a financial aid appeal is approved.
I understand that acceptance of a tuition waiver or scholarship does not guarantee future eligibility for financial aid after high school graduation.
I understand that if I withdraw from a course after receiving scholarship funding, fail to successfully complete the course, or violate Southern Union or Alabama Community College System policies, I may become ineligible for future Dual Enrollment funding opportunities.
I understand that failure to pay any remaining charges not covered by the scholarship or tuition waiver may result in registration holds or other actions by the College.

By submitting this application:

Student’s Signature (Use your mouse to sign your name):

Date

Dual Enrollment Institutional Tuition Waiver/Scholarship