MS HB1209

Clarifies that all dual credit courses must meet postsecondary-level standards, with memoranda of understanding required between colleges/universities and school districts implementing dual credit programs

Establishes that one three-hour university or community/junior college course equals one high school Carnegie unit for credit equivalency purposes

Limits online dual credit courses to those offered by public universities, community colleges, or junior colleges in Mississippi

Requires the State Department of Education, along with universities and community/junior colleges, to periodically review policies and assess dual credit courses within their traditional offerings

Takes effect July 1, 2012