Dual Credit 101 Forney ISD

What is Dual Credit? Courses offered for dual credit stem from agreements between high schools, universities and community colleges whereby a high school student enrolls in a college course and simultaneously earns college credit and high school credit for the course. Partnerships between Texas secondary schools and Texas colleges and universities have enabled high school students to earn college credits before graduating from high school, making their transition to the collegiate campus smoother and their likelihood of graduating from college greater.

What are the Benefits of Dual Credit? Full or partial tuition scholarship for eligible courses Provides a head start on postsecondary core requirements Allows access to college facilities & activities Lowers the cost of college Serves as a “controlled” introduction to college life Allows for an easier transition to college Builds student confidence and self-esteem

How does Dual Credit Affect Your Future? Receive college credit that is transferable to all Texas public colleges and universities Credits may transfer to private and out-of-state institutions Potentially save thousands of dollars in tuition and decrease the amount of debt you may accrue.

What Courses can Forney ISD Students take for Dual Credit? ENGL 1301 & 1302 (English Comp) ENGL 2322 & 2323 (British Lit) HIST 1301 & 1302 (U.S. History) GOVT 2305 (Government) ECON 2301 (Macroeconomics) MATH 1314 (College Algebra) MATH 1342 (College Statistics) PSYC 2301 (Psychology) SOCI 1301 (Sociology) BIOL 1408 & 1409 (for non-majors) CHEM 1405 & 1407 (Chemistry) Anticipated available college credits = 52 Credit Hours

Who is Eligible for Dual Credit? High School students in good academic standing enrolled at a participating public, private, charter, or home school.   Students with approval from their high school counselor.   Students admitted to the college who meet minimum test scores.

What are the Minimum Test Scores? Students entering Eastfield College must meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements in the subject areas of reading, writing and/or math.  The required subject areas are determined by the course(s) to be taken. Math – 350 Reading – 351 Writing – 363 plus essay score of 4 OR 350 plus essay score of 5

Are there Exemptions for the TSI? STARR EOC English III STAAR EOC– Combined 4000 Algebra II STAAR EOC– 4000 SAT Scores 500 Critical Reading, 500 Math with a composite score of 1070 New 2016 SAT Scores (Tests Administered after March 5, 2016) 480 Evidence-Based Reading & Writing (EBRW) 530 Math No composite score requirement ACT Scores 19 Verbal, 19 Math with a composite score of 23

How do Students Enroll? Complete the Online Dual Credit Admissions Application by visiting http://www.eastfieldcollege.edu/as/DualCredit/RegInformation.asp Create an eConnect account Complete the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) through eConnect Meet TSI required scores or submit proof of TSI Exemption Complete the Dual Credit Enrollment Packet

What does the Dual Credit Enrollment Packet Contain? High School Enrollment Form DCCCD Consent to Emergency Treatment Form Official High School Transcript Parent/Guardian FERPA Release and Registration by Proxy Form For Dual Credit Vaccination against Bacterial Meningitis (if student plans to take any classes on the EFC campus) Affidavit of Intent to become a Permanent Resident (if student is classified as undocumented) Please note: Incomplete enrollment packets will not be processed Could result in ineligibility for DC courses for the semester requested

How will Dual Credit look for Forney ISD Students? Students will sign up for DC courses with their high school counselors Students will pay in-district tuition of $59 per credit hour EFC professors will come to high school during regular school day

What are the Dual Credit Course Requirements and Expectations? Students must adhere to the EFC Student Code of Conduct Instructors will distribute syllabi to students for each course. These syllabi will also be posted on the EFC website Students must complete all assignments according to published deadlines All course issues must be resolved between the student and instructor – parents are not to contact instructors on behalf of the students Students must maintain Good Academic Standing (2.0 GPA or above)

Why is it Important for Students to take Dual Credit Courses Seriously? Dual Credit courses are a permanent component of a student’s academic record Dual Credit course grades can impact students’ GPAs for scholarships and other programs Dual Credit performance could impact student acceptance into 4-year institutions

What Resources are Available to Support DC Academic Success? Dual Credit students are invited and encouraged to visit the EFC Tutoring Labs and library Students are encouraged to maintain regular contact with their instructors

What Happens to a Student who does not Maintain Good Academic Standing? If a student’s EFC GPA falls below a 2.0, the student will be placed on Academic Probation Students on Academic Probation must complete a Probation Contract and meet specific requirements in order for the probation status to be lifted Students remain on Academic Probation until their cumulative EFC GPA rises to a 2.0 Students who do not meet the 2.0 GPA requirement while on Academic Probation will be placed on Suspension for the next semester

What are some Important Academic Policies? 6-Drop Rule DCCCD or any other Texas Public institution of higher education may not permit students to drop more than six college level credit courses for unacceptable reasons during their entire undergraduate career without penalty. Withdrawals When a student withdraws from a course after the official semester census date and is awarded a "W", the course counts as an attempt.

Can Students Enroll in EFC Courses Not Offered by the High School? Students can take EFC courses outside of the High School through CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT Concurrent Enrollment is a program much like Dual Credit except, high school credit is not earned. However, you still get a head start on college by earning college credit while attending high school. Students must still receive counselor approval to enroll Families must provide transportation to the campus Families must pay the full tuition associated with the course

Questions?

Contact Information Eastfield College Early College Programs Office: C125 Phone: 972-860-7323 Email: EFCDualCredit@dcccd.edu Website: http://www.eastfieldcollege.edu/as/DualCredit/index.asp