LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is celebrating a big increase in dual credit enrollments.

In a news release Monday, KCTCS said more than 36,000 high school students enrolled in the courses during the 2023-24 academic year, which is a 12.5% increase over the previous year. The classes count for both high school and college credit. Officials said dual credit courses help students saved nearly $15 million in tuition costs in the fall alone.

Dual credit students now represent about a third of the system's annual enrollment. KCTCS said it continues to expand access to affordable, college-level coursework, which it said empowers students to save time, lower tuition costs, and get a head start on their careers.

"More high school students than ever are fast-tracking their education and careers at one of our colleges—while saving significantly. This momentum is more than a win for students; it’s a strategic investment in Kentucky’s economic future," said KCTCS President Ryan Quarles in the news release.

KCTCS offers a catalog of 1,097 dual credit courses, including 15 university-transfer courses, 283 general education offerings, and 799 technical education courses.

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