Dual credit

A dual credit course is a college-level class that allows high school students to earn both high school and college credit at the same time. Students who are organized, have strong study habits, and are motivated to succeed tend to thrive in these challenging courses.

Please email Kendyll Parker if you have any questions about dual credit.

The Texas Success Initiative (TSIA2) requires testing and advising of students who attend a public college or university. Students must complete an application and take the TSIA2 assessment in order to qualify. There is a deadline for application and testing. 

• Passing scores for the TSIA2 are as follows:

  • Reading - 945+ OR <945 with a 5+ on the diagnostic

  • Essay - 5+

  • Math - 950+ OR <950 with a 6+ on the diagnostic

  • *Note* - to be TSIA-Met in English, you must pass both Reading and Essay sections

• TSIA2 Exemption information based on SAT and/or ACT scores is found below in the TSIA section.

TSIA

The Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSIA) is a required test for students planning to attend a public college or university in Texas. To qualify, students must complete an application and take the TSIA assessment. Be sure to meet the application and testing deadlines to stay on track for college enrollment.

Students may be exempt from TSIA through:

• SAT and/or ACT

• TSIA exemptions for reading section:

  • SAT Evidenced-Based Reading and Writing (English) Score of 480+

  • ACT English and Reading Combined Score of 40+

•  TSIA Exemptions for Math Section:

  • SAT Math Score of 530+

  • ACT Math Score of 22+

Students need to email Mr. Klement for information on signing up for the TSIA test.