Dual Credit

ProgramPresented byShannon Mott

samott@collin.edu

What is dual credit?

&• You earn high school and college credit

for the same course!

• Begin a college transcript – transfer options

Course OfferingsFall 2013English 1301 Composition IEconomics 2301 Principles of MacroeconomicsMath 1314 College AlgebraSpeech 1311 Fundamentals of Speech Communication

Spring 2014English 1302 Composition IIGovernment 2305Math 1316 College AlgebraSpeech 1311 Fundamentals of Speech Communication

Courses being discussed for 2013-2014Criminal Justice - CRIJ 1301 and CRIJ 1306Culinary Arts - CHEF 1301 and CHEF 1305Graphic Design - ARTC 1305 and ARTC 1325Interior/Architectural Design - INDS 1301 and INDS 1341

Dual Credit Eligibility• Available with permission from your

high school

• Students complete the entire admissions process plus a permission form for registration at Collin College.

• C or better policy

Transfer U – transferu.collin.edu

A few things to consider…• College Calendar/Attendance

• FERPA and Personal Responsibility• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

• Add/Drop/Withdraw• Impact on graduation

I am ready to sign up for dual credit …

What do I do now?

Start with your High School Counselor!

ChecklistAdmissions: 1. Submit an Application 2. Official Transcript with test scores3. Proof or Request for Exception - Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination

Testing: 4. Complete the TSI requirements

Registration: 5. Register with an Academic Advisor in person

After Registration6. Pay Tuition 7. Buy books 8. Get Student ID and Parking Sticker

1. Application for AdmissionWHEN do I apply?

– You may apply online now for Fall 2013!

– Must be completebefore anything elsecan occur at Collin.

HOW? – Complete online with the

Texas Common Application at ApplyTexas.org

Questions on ApplyTexas.org• Create an account/profile and then an application.• Collin is a two year school.• You may select any available

choice for major.• Under Admissions Basis, you will

select Dual Credit.• Residency/tuition is decided based

on your answers on the application.

-Questions? Please contact our Admissions and Records office

2. High School Transcript• Collin needs the most recent high school

transcript for every student.• It is used to meet testing requirements

and set prerequisites. • It can help prove residency and defines

your status. • May have vaccination information.

3. Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination

• State Law (SB 1107) requires all students under the age of 30 entering a higher education institution to show proof of having the vaccine prior to the start of the term.

• This is an admissions requirement for Collin College and should be completed before registration.

• May sign Request for Exception if taking courses on HS campus only.

4. Texas Success Initiative (TSI)• The TSI is designed to

measure competency in reading, writing, and mathematics. Students need a status in all subject areas.

• It is used for placement purposes.

• All students not eligible for an exemption must take an approved placement test prior to enrolling in any Texas public college or university.

TSI Exemptions

TSI What will I need to do?

• Get a testing referral from Admissions and Records Office or Advising

• Pay at the cashier, up to $29. • Schedule an appointment to test with

any campus Testing Center.• See an academic advisor to review

your results.

What if my TSI scores are low?• The purpose of this assessment is to find

out what level you should start your coursework.

• If you do not place at “college level,” that means you need to focus on your high school work at this time.

- This is NOT uncommon.

ChecklistAdmissions Complete!

Submit an ApplicationOfficial TranscriptMeningitis Vaccination/

WaiverComplete the TSI

requirements

5. Register for Courseswith an Academic Advisor

• Dual Credit students must register in person with a photo ID.

• You will need your completed permission form with the required signatures.

• Pay attention to deadlines for add/drop and payment.

Fall 2013 Important Dates• You can apply online at ApplyTexas.org now!

• We will host a designated registration at Lovejoy –watch for dates! • This is the designated day, not the only day!

• Regular registration on Collin College campuses is June 18th-July 31st

• Registration must be complete by Thursday, July 31st at 8 p.m.

• Fall semester is August 26thnd-December 13th

What if my student cannot attend registration?

• Parents may register for their student with a letter of release and a photo ID.

• The letter is only good for one day.

• Needs to include the student’s name, your name, the date, what you are going to do and the student’s signature.

• Template available online! – from Collin.edu click on Admissions, Forms, and

Permit to Register for Another Person

6. Tuition• It is up to you, the student, to have the most

accurate residency information on file.

• In County one 3 credit hour course is: $113• $37 a credit hour

• Out of County one 3 credit hour course is: $221• $73 a credit hour

7. Get Books• You have to buy books in college!

• You can find out which books you need by going online to the bookstore’s website a couple of weeks before the semester begins.

• You may purchase books from your preferred retailer.

8. Student ID and Parking Sticker• Pick up from a Student Life office on

any campus• Both are FREE!• Allows you to

use campus services

• IDs available August 13th for fall• Do not need for first day of class-pick

up at your convenience

Collin College ResourcesFREE for all Collin Students!

• Accommodations at Collin College for Equal Support Services (ACCESS)

• Career Services• Counseling• Library• Math Lab• Tutoring• Writing Center

Things to Remember• Time Management/Syllabus• Follow Collin College policies,

deadlines, and calendar– Student handbook, academic catalog,

registration guide (online)

• Dean of Students– Plagiarism/Discipline

• Weather Closings• Transcripts from Collin

Thank you!

Shannon MottSpecial Admissions Coordinator/Advisor

Central Park Campus, McKinneysamott@collin.edu

972.548.6736

Questions? Please contact me.

http://www.collin.edu/dualcredit/