Advanced Placement (AP)

Dual Credit (DC)

Description

AP courses allow students to take college-level courses
and exams, and to earn college credit
while still in high school.
 

Dual Credit courses allow high school students
to simultaneously earn high school and college credit
while still in high school.

Credit

Students have potential to earn college credit
upon passing (with a score of 3, 4, or 5) AP
exams based on individual college requirements.                                                                   

High School and college credit is earned when
the students pass the Dual Credit course with a grade
of C or higher. The grade earned will be recorded on
college transcript.
 

Teachers/Instructors

Taught by high school teachers
rained by The College Board.
 

Taught by college instructors or high school teachers
who serve as adjunct professors.

College/University
Acceptance

Earned AP credits are widely accepted throughout the nation; however, students should check
individual colleges and universities
for their policies (some accept different passing scores).
 

Dual Credit courses are accepted at most colleges
and universities in and around Texas.
Students should check with individual colleges for their academic requirements/policies.

Eligibility

Any student who is academically prepared is welcome to enroll.

Must be a high school student.
Must have high school approval.
Must meet TSI eligibility requirements.
 

Impact on High School Rank