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Concurrent Enrollment Program Presented by Timberly Lewis, MEd College & Career Counselor Plano Academy High School What is Concurrent Credit? Concurrent Credit Courses courses that will only receive college credit. No high school credit
Presented by
Timberly Lewis, MEd
College & Career Counselor Plano Academy High School
What is Concurrent Credit?
Concurrent Credit Courses – courses that will only receive college credit. No high school credit will be awarded. Concurrent courses must be approved by the high school.
Benefits of Being a Collin College Concurrent Credit Student
How Much You Will Save!
UT Dallas
$2,586 for a 3 credit hour course*
University of North Texas
$1,499 for a 3 credit hour course *
* Based on Fall 2018 tuition rates
(for in-county residents)
Spring 2020 Course Offerings
Course ID/Section Course Title
ENGL 1301 & 1302 English Composition I & II ECON 2301 Principles of Macroeconomics MATH 1342 Elementary Statistics
in Texas
transferability of courses
Concurrent Credit Courses are Transferable to Most Public Four-Year Colleges and Universities in Texas
*Students are responsible for determining if transfer institutions will accept their credits.*
The importance of attendance and time management Maturity for subject Student code of conduct matter and college classroom environment Drop/Withdraw Get to know your deadlines course syllabus and instructor
Concurrent Credit Eligibility
school each semester for every course.
admissions process along with a permission form prior to registration.
defined by Texas Success Initiative (TSI).
requirements to continue in the concurrent credit program.
Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act
educational records (begins when student starts college regardless of age)
schedules, test scores, etc. with parents
college process and take on new responsibilities
* Waiver is available via CougarWeb
Start with your High School Counselor
Application for Admissions
You may apply online NOW for Spring 2020!
Complete application at apply.collin.edu *Application must be PROCESSED before your next steps*
Application Tips
Credit
the application and the documentation you provide, if requested.
email address, CougarWeb username and password in 3-5 business days.
Questions? Please contact our Admissions office.
What is CougarWeb?
Students will receive CougarWeb login 3-5 business days AFTER application has been submitted.
CougarWeb is an online portal that includes all
students need, while attending Collin College.
What is a HOLD?
their CougarWeb account.
hold, so all steps must be completed prior to registration.
For more information about resolving holds, please visit www.collin.edu/dualcredit
How Do I Check for HOLDS on My Account?
Instructions
CougarWeb account
Holds
You have to complete the
to Collin College and obtain your CWID BEFORE you can return this form to your counselor.
High School Permission Form
Smith Jasmine N
100555555Plano Academy HS June 2021 ENGL 1301 ECON 2301 MATH 1342 Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature (if under 18) X 20
HS Counselor Signature
xx/xx/xxxx xx/xx/xxxx
Must be completed each semester before the student will be allowed to register. A form is required for all concurrent credit courses.
High School Permission Form
Smith Jasmine N
Plano Academy HS June 2019 X 19
100555555ENGL 1301 GOVT 2305 or ECON 2301
HS Counselor Signature
PSYC 2301
Student Signature xx/xx/xxxx Parent/Guardian Signature (if under 18) xx/xx/xxxx
Official High School Transcript
school transcripts on your behalf after the Dual/Concurrent Credit High School Registration Permission Form is signed.
transcript for every new student. – Does not have to include final fall grades.
scores that may provide a TSI exemptions/waivers.
with another college must provide the
The TSI is a measure of college readiness. Students need to have a TSI waiver or exemption on file. The next six slides will detail the TSI Assessment, TSI waivers, and TSI exemptions.
TSI Assessment
https://www.collin.edu/academics/catalog.aspx
TSI Exemptions
Exemption Scores (minimum scores listed):
Combined/Composite Test Requirement Exempts TSI Reading & Writing Exempts TSI Math
SAT
(Before 3/2016)
Combined Reading and Math:
1070
Reading:
500
Math:
500 SAT
(3/2016 and After)
NO Combined/Composite Score Needed
Evidence Based Reading/Writing
480
Math:
530 ACT
Composite:
23
English:
19
Math:
19 Partial exemptions allowed provided that the required combined/composite score is met. For more information on exemptions, please review the Collin College New Student Checklist or visit www.collin.edu/dualcredit.
Official Scores Needed for TSI Exemptions
Contact College Board or ACT student website and have them send your official score report directly to Collin College. It takes approximately 11-12 business days for Collin College to receive and process official scores. ACT Collin Code: 4046 SAT Collin Code: 1951
TSI Waivers
Temporary Waivers for Dual Credit Students (minimum scores listed): Waives TSI Combined/Composite Waives TSI Test Reading and Requirement Math Writing ACT- Aspire N/A English: 435 Math: 431 PSAT
(Before Oct. 2015)
Combined Reading and Math: 107 Reading: 50 Math: 50 PSAT (After
N/A Evidenced Based Reading/Writing: 460 Math: 510 STAAR N/A English II: 4000 Algebra I: 4000 and at least a final grade of 70% in Algebra 2
Scores must be on an official document from the high school (e.g. transcript or HS letterhead). For more information on waivers, please review the Collin College New Student Checklist or visit www.collin.edu/dualcredit.
TSI: What Will I Need to Do?
completion.
procedures.
You need to bring your receipt, a picture ID, and PAA certificate of
Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination
Concurrent Credit students taking classes at any Collin campus MUST provide proof of vaccination within 5 years, documentation of an exemption if they under the age of 22. The vaccination must be administered at least 10 days prior to start of entering term. Concurrent Credit students taking classes at their high school campus are eligible for an exemption by completing a Request for Exception Form. For more information, please visit www.collin.edu/meningitis
Mandatory Campus Safety Training
Students will be required to complete training prior to
How to Access Training
Training
be sure to click submit at the end
Registration Instructions
For Dual Credit Classes at High School/College Campus
designated course
(Effective Fall 2019)
$54 per credit hour for students residing in Collin County = $164 for a 3 credit hour course
Total cost per 3 credit hour course includes a $2 per semester student records fee. *All fees subject to change upon approval of the Collin Board of Trustees* Tuition is paid per semester. Free & Reduced Lunch students may be eligible for a tuition waiver.
How to Pay Tuition Online
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Provides equal access to the educational
services for students with disabilities through academic accommodations for those who qualify
Dual Credit ACCESS Advisor: Maegan Beasley at MBeasley@Collin.edu
A student must:
– Self-identify – Apply for services through the Collin College ACCESS office separately – Provide documentation of his/her disability – Request accommodations each semester for each professor
Dual Credit ACCESS Advisor: Maegan Beasley at MBeasley@Collin.edu
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advisor
*This process is concurrent with Collin Admissions Process
college!
you need by going online to the bookstore’s website a couple
your schedule in CougarWeb.
College ID and Parking Sticker
Engagement office on any campus
services
please pick up at your convenience
Important Dates
Collin College Important Dates!
All concurrent credit paperwork must turned in by October 22nd
Registration/ Payment deadline is
December 2nd
Registration will open
October 29th
www.collin.edu/dualcredit 469-365-1850 dualcredit@collin.edu Timberly Lewis College & Career Counselor timberlylewis@collin.edu Plano Academy High School Mondays & Wednesdays Angelica Iraheta Special Admissions Coordinator Plano Campus airaheta@collin.edu