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Application Process, Upcoming TSI, Deadlines & More
Dual Credit Application Process, Upcoming TSI Dates, Deadlines & More!
What is Dual Credit?
The Dual Credit Program through Northwest Vista College and St. Philip’s College allows 9th-12th grade students (who are eligible) to earn college credit while they are in high school. John Marshall High School offers a variety of courses and students will complete course selections with their respective counselors. There are requirements that must be met in order to be eligible for Dual Credit, there are a couple of requirements that must be met by the deadline.
The Benefits of Dual Credit
Increases the likelihood that a student will complete high school and continue their college education.
Decreases the cost of tuition and fees for students in completing their academic degrees
New graduates enter the workforce at an accelerated rate and begin to earn wages, benefiting themselves and making positive contributions to our economy
Students can earn credit for up to 14 college courses before graduating from high school
Increases student’s self-confidence
Access to campus resources
Tuition is waived for ISDs or discounted for non-ISD students
To be eligible for Dual Credit, students must complete the requirements by the deadline. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Dual Credit Application Process
Application Process & Deadlines
Step One: Complete the ApplyTexas application by February 9, 2024. Depending on the course the student is wanting to take, they can complete the application for Northwest Vista College OR St. Philip’s College (CULINARY ONLY) - If the ONLY Dual Credit class you plan on taking is Culinary Arts, you will only submit an application for St. Philip’s College. If you are going to take any other Dual Credit courses your application needs to go through Northwest Vista College (You will still be able to take Culinary Arts)
Step Two: Complete TSI Test Prep and Go FAARR Modules through ACES by February 21, 2024. Please check your emails that you used to complete your application for login credentials.
Step Three: Register for TSI Test before February 24, 2024. Testing is waived if you qualify with PSAT scores. Please note, steps 1& 2 of the process MUST be completed prior to registering for the TSI. Payment of $14 for the TSI will be made through MySchoolBucks.com
Step Four: Take TSI on your assigned test date. Last test will be February 24, 2024.
Please note: If you are currently taking any Dual Credit classes, you DO NOT need to reapply. You will automatically be rolled over for next year.
Dual Credit Checklist
The Differences Between AP, Dual & OnRamps
Students may take the following AP/Dual Credit courses on their high school campus. These courses vary by individual campuses and may be offered concurrently as Advanced Placement and Dual Credit.
Courses Offered John Marshall High School
Maximum Dual Credit Available
Keep in mind that you can only take a total of 14 Dual Credit Courses in High School. (Notice that many classes count as two Dual Credit Courses like AP Biology--you get credit for Biology 1406 and Biology 1407, so that would count as two courses). Also, you cannot take more than 15 hours in a given semester.
Upcoming TSI Dates
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- Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 1:30 PM
- Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 9:00 AM
- Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 1:30 PM
- Wednesday, February 13, 2024 at 9:00 AM
- Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Helpful Resources
Scoring Requirements for Northwest Vista Dual Credit
Please see the photo below to understand the required scores.
If you think your PSAT scores meet requirements for you to be exempt from the TSI, please contact Mrs. Flores at darlissa.flores@nisd.net