Middle College

Welcome to Trine University’s Middle College program for high school students. It's an amazing opportunity to begin earning college credit while you’re still in high school. As a dual-enrollment program, Trine’s Middle College courses count toward both high school and college.

Classes
There are two options for taking classes through the Trine University Middle College. The Campus Experience is when high school students take university courses on the campuses of Trine University. The Academic Experience is a program in the high schools taught by fully-qualified adjunct professors who are also high school teachers. The courses are offered on your high school campus during the regular school day.

Earning Credit
As long as you earn a grade of “C” or better, you’ll receive full college credit on a Trine University transcript. Credit can be applied toward a Trine degree or may be transferred to another university.

Tuition and Fees
Tuition is significantly reduced for Middle College students. Courses on the campuses of Trine University are $100/credit hour. Courses on high school campuses are $50/credit hour. All application fees and student fees are waived for Middle College students.

To sign up for Trine’s Middle College or to simply learn more, call Trine at 260.665.4307 or email middlecollege@trine.edu.