North Carolina offers a number of academic pathways, several of which are widely available. The state is actively promoting the use of dual credit by requiring that it be provided at no cost to students. The Governor is placing emphasis on early college high schools. In addition, both dual credit and Huskins Bill classes are considered state priorities. Among other advantages, dual credit allows students to use open seats in community colleges. The Huskins Bill is also seen as improving use of resources as it provides a wider range of courses for students in districts with few offerings and makes better use of available staff.
