What is cross enrollment?

Cross enrollment is a system that allows students enrolled in one institution to take courses at another institution, usually without formally transferring to that second institution. It's a way to access courses not offered at a student's home institution or to take advantage of specific faculty or facilities at another school.

Key features of cross enrollment often include:

* Agreement between institutions: A formal agreement must exist between the two institutions involved, outlining the terms and conditions of the cross-enrollment.

* Tuition implications: Tuition is typically paid to the home institution, but sometimes it's paid directly to the institution offering the course. The specifics vary greatly depending on the agreement.

* Credit transfer: Credits earned through cross-enrollment typically transfer back to the student's home institution, but this should be confirmed beforehand.

* Eligibility requirements: Students typically need to meet certain academic requirements (GPA, standing) at their home institution to be eligible for cross-enrollment.

* Course availability: Not all courses at the partner institution are available for cross-enrollment; there are usually restrictions.

In short, cross-enrollment provides flexibility and expands course options for students without the commitment of a full transfer.