What is Dual Credit?
Dual Credit courses are courses taught by a college instructor or SAISD teacher approved as an adjunct instructor; all curriculum, resources and grades are controlled by the professor/instructor and the college department. The student earns credit for a high school course that is matched to the content of the college course. Grades for the high school course and college course are typically the same.
What is Dual Enrollment?
Dual Enrollment courses are courses taught by a college instructor who determines all curriculum, resources, and grades for the college course in collaboration with a high school teacher who helps to facilitate the college course and who manages all curriculum, resources and grades for the high school course. Students may have the option to accept or deny the college hours/transcription for the dual enrollment course. Grades for the high school course may differ from grades for the college course.
What are Benefits of Dual Credit?
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No Tuition Fees (Free) - Save Money on college tuition and instructional materials
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Finish College Faster - Obtain college credit that can lead to the completion of a postsecondary degree or certificate
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Transfer credits earned in high school to Texas public colleges and universities
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Easier transition to college level coursework and college life