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Dual Credit Information Session. What is Dual Credit?. Dual Credit refers to courses taught by NCTC in which students are eligible to receive college and high school credit simultaneously. Courses are limited to those applicable to high school graduation requirements. NCTC Requirements.
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What is Dual Credit? • Dual Credit refers to courses taught by NCTC in which students are eligible to receive college and high school credit simultaneously. • Courses are limited to those applicableto high school graduation requirements.
NCTC Requirements • Must have minimum high school grade point average (GPA) of “B” • Exhibit maturity and social behavior necessary to be enrolled in a college level course • Be classified a junior or senior • Demonstrate college readiness by passing TSI(Texas Success Initiative).
NCTC Application Process • Complete NCTC Application for Admission at www.applytexas.org. • NCTC staff will be at Bowie High School March 24 to assist with completion of applications. There is no application fee. • Orientationwill be offered on April 2 at BHS. If you do not attend the orientation on that day, you will be expected to complete it online by yourself. • Take TSI which will be offered at BHS on April 11. The cost is $25.
NCTC Registration Process • Official HS transcript sent to NCTC admissions • Completed Dual Credit Registration form signed by parent, student and HS counselor or representative. • Passing TSI score. • Provide proof of meningitis vaccination. • Payment for tuition and fees/tuition waiver • Payment for books
BHS Requirements for College Algebra • Pass math portion of TSI. • Complete Algebra 2 at high school level. • College Algebra=4th math credit
Test Score Requirements • TSI- reading 351 or higher writing 310-362 & essay of 5 or higher writing 363-390 & essay of 4 or higher math 350 or higher • SAT- 1070 and 500 in Math and 500 in Verbal • ACT- 23 Composite and 19 in Math and 19 in verbal
NCTC Testing Information • NCTC will be at BHS to administer TSI April 11. • Testing Fee’s: All three sections= $25 One section= $10 each Students will need to pay for the test prior to test day. Payment can be made at the NCTC office or online. http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/CounselingTesting/TestingInformation.aspx
Sample Plan Junior Year Fall Engl 1301 & Hist 1301 Spring Engl 1302 & Hist 1302 Senior Year Fall Engl 2322, Govt 2305 or Math 1314 Spring Engl 2323, Econ 2301 or one of the following Arts 1301, Spch,Psyc 2301
Advanced Placement/Dual Credit *The following courses will be factored into GPA: Engl 1301,1302,2223,2323; Hist 1301,1302; Math 1314. These courses were selected, because there is an advanced placement equivalent offered at Bowie High School.
The BIG Question…. Do these courses transfer to four year universities? Please check with Texas Common Course Numbering System. Most universities accept the core courses. There are very few exceptions. Http://www.tccns.org
Payment for Tuition and Fees • Estimated Cost for Out of County (includes Montague County) 3 credit hours (1 class) $246 6 credit hours (2 classes) $492 • Tuition waivers for students on free or reduced lunches are still in place at this time.
Scholarship Information • Scholarships are available for Dual Credit students • Deadlines do apply • Fall- Deadline is April 15th • Spring- Deadline is October 15th https://my.nctc.edu/ICS/Finance/Scholarships/Dual_Credit_Application.jnz
Success Depends On… • Time management • Self-Discipline • Consistent study habits • Open communication with instructor
Role of Dual Credit Parent Be supportive by reminding student of deadlines. Assist with financial support. Be a listener when he/she becomes frustrated. Be an encourager!
QUESTIONS Call Jeannette Shaw 940.689.2932 Jeannette.shaw@bowieisd.net