MS SB2869

Establishes definitions for dual enrolled students (enrolled in high school and postsecondary institution simultaneously) and dual credit students (receiving both high school and college credit for postsecondary coursework).

Requires course prerequisites for dual enrollment programs to be identical for dual enrolled students and regularly enrolled students at the postsecondary institution.

Allows qualified high school students to earn an unlimited number of college or university credits through dual credit programs delivered via examination preparation, courses taught at high school or college campuses, or online courses.

Requires dual credit academic instructors to meet Southern Association of College and Schools regional accrediting association requirements, with sole selection authority held by university and community/junior college personnel.

Mandates all school districts offer at least one Advanced Placement course in each of four core areas (math, English, science, social studies) beginning with 2007-2008 school year, with exceptions for schools offering International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.