These classes are free, which results in a significant cost savings for families of college-bound students. How significant are the savings associated with dual credit? During the 2010-11 school year alone, Ivy Tech Community College enrolled 25,429 Indiana high school students in dual credit, saving parents more than $12.2 million in college tuition costs. And the numbers are growing: This year’s dual credit enrollment represents a 20 percent increase in students as compared to the 2009-10 school year. The college currently offers dual credit programs at 300 Indiana high schools and career centers. Still, we believe dual credit is somewhat of a well-kept secret — and that needs to change.