Apply for Dual Enrollment
Already enrolled? Visit the HSDE Student Portal for your courses, semester information, billing, resources and support.
Public University HSDE Application Hub
Apply to SD Public Universities
Complete a new high school dual enrollment application and access resources for students, parents, and school officials.
Don’t have a South Dakota public university email yet? Start with First-Time Student to create your account and begin your application.
🟡 SPRING 2027 APPICATION PERIOD – NOW OPEN!
Application Opens: November 1, 2026
Semester Begins: Monday, January 11, 2027
Please make every attempt to submit your application at least one week prior to the first day of the semester (Jan. 4) in order to ensure timely access to your courses.
First Time Student
New to High School Dual Enrollment?
Start here if you do not already have a South Dakota public university email and password.
Create An Account Complete Your Application Account Dashboard Request Course ChangeReturning Student
Already Have a University Email?
Sign in with your existing South Dakota public university email and password to apply for another semester or manage your application.
Sign In to Apply Request Course Change Account DashboardApplication Help
Need Assistance?
Watch a step-by-step application walkthrough and learn how to update your application information if necessary.
Watch Student Application Walkthrough Update Account Profile Update Co-Signers Submit Support Ticket
Parents & High School Officials
Need to complete or review an application?
Create An Account
Account Dashboard Login
Application Support
University Contacts
Black Hills State University
Dakota State University
Northern State University
South Dakota Mines
South Dakota State University
University of South Dakota
Additional Forms
Dual Enrollment Eligibility Exemption Form
Petition to Enroll in More Than 10 Credit Hours
What Happens Next?
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After you submit your application, we’ll send important updates as your application is processed.
You’ll receive emails about:
- Your application and registration status
- Course registration confirmation
- Important semester dates and deadlines
- Next steps before classes begin
Be sure to check your email regularly, including your spam or junk folder, so you don’t miss important information.
(First-time High School Dual Enrollment students only)
If this is your first semester taking High School Dual Enrollment courses through a South Dakota public university, you’ll receive instructions for activating your university account and email.
Your university email is your official college email address and provides access to:
- The HSDE Student Portal
- D2L Brightspace (your online classroom)
- Tuition and billing information
- Registration and student services
- Important college communications
Returning students should continue using their existing university email account.
Before classes begin, take a few minutes to make sure your technology is ready for online coursework.
The Technology Check includes:
- Recommended web browsers
- Windows and Mac computer requirements
- Chromebook limitations
- Internet speed recommendations
- D2L system check
- Respondus LockDown Browser information (if required)
Taking a few minutes now can help prevent technical issues once classes begin.
The HSDE Student Portal is your home base before and during your semester.
New to the portal? Watch this quick overview to see where to find your courses, university email, billing information, important dates, support resources and more.
▶ Watch the HSDE Student Portal Overview
Once you’ve activated your university account, sign in using your university email and password to access:
- University email and student ID
- Class schedule and registration
- D2L Brightspace
- Course materials and bookstore information
- Tuition and billing
- Semester dates and reminders
- Advising and technical support
- College planning resources
Bookmark the Student Portal—you’ll use it throughout your High School Dual Enrollment experience.
Sign In to the HSDE Student Portal here.
Important:
The HSDE Student Portal is accessible only through a student’s university email address and password. Parents and guardians are encouraged to explore the portal alongside their student.
Take a quick tour →
Helpful Resources
Eligible High School Dual Credit Courses (SDDOE Dashboard)
View Full SDBOR Course Catalog
Review Dual Credit Guidelines
