1. What is dual credit?
Dual Credit allows you to earn high school graduation credit and college credit for the same class.
*THE CLASS IS A COLLEGE COURSE!
**You will have a permanent COLLEGE Transcript!

2. Benefits of Dual Credit
Earn guaranteed transferable college hours to public colleges and universities in Texas
Students are responsible for confirming that courses are applicable for their university degree plans
Cheaper than regular college tuition.
College class experience before going full time.
program provides an opportunity for a highly motivated student to receive an enhanced educational experience

3. (ID pictures will be taken May 5th)
ID’s
ID’s will be provided for you by Blinn College
ID Required for:
Library
Computer labs
Free admission to athletic, music, & theater events on the Blinn College campuses in Bryan and Brenham
Discounts at stores and eateries around town (same as full time college students)
(ID pictures will be taken May 5th)

4. Blinn Support Services you can use:
The Library
Research assistance
Research materials from all over TEXAS!
Blinn College has statewide access!
The Computer Labs
Counseling Services
Academic Advising; Major Selection; Transfer Information

5. Challenges
College courses are demanding! You are expected to do college level work. You are considered a college student!
DC requires strong self-discipline and self-direction!
If you earn below a 70 in your dual credit class, you may not graduate from high school! It is DUAL credit!
DC costs money (books, supplies)!
Class dates and assignments follow the Blinn College calendar—particularly significant for the 2 day a week classes! [Think Labor Day, AMCHS teacher work days; start and end of semesters, final exams before Christmas, final exams in May]

6. Here’s what Blinn College Instructors Expect of Dual Credit Students...

7. Prepare for class in advance
Read the textbook ahead of time and be prepared to apply, not repeat, what you have read
Study 4-6 hours per week per class
Always attend class: Blinn College does have an Attendance Policy!
[Will extra-curricular activities make this difficult? You should consider carefully!]

8. Participate and ask questions Preparation and Review requires TIME!
Take your own notes in outline form
Do not expect a “review” sheet
Know when to ask for help from your instructor: “the ball is in your court!”

9. Cost of Dual Credit $320 per 3 Hrs [1 class] [2015-16 prices]
Fall Semester Dual credit courses
Economics (course #2301)
English (course # 1301)
Spring Semester Dual credit courses
Government (course #2305)
English (course #1302)
Some technical dual credit classes, see your technology teacher or the course description book.
$ of Books – depends on course ($85-110)

10. Blinn Admission Requirements
Must apply to be accepted to Blinn online through Apply Texas
Must have at least a “B” average in all high school work (at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale)
Must have written permission from the principal
Must meet the appropriate TSI [“College Readiness”] scores or be exempt from TSI Assessment based on SAT or ACT scores

11. TSI Exemption scores ACT SAT Math ≥ 19 Math ≥ 500
English ≥ 19 English (CR) ≥ 500
Overall ≥ Overall ≥ 1070+
How/When do I take the TSIA test?
Go to the Blinn website.
The TSIA is a computerized test to be taken in three tests; Mathematics, Reading and Writing. Full testing can take from 4-8 hours.
 This MUST be exempted / completed / taken by June 15th!

12. Grades Reporting will be different at AMCHS
2 grading scales; 2 formats for classes
Grading is very different in college classes,
not on a “6 Weeks” schedule
do not have “6 Weeks” tests or “Midterm” grades, just a FINAL GRADE
Grades are not mailed out
STUDENTS are responsible for
following the course syllabus and
keeping track of your own grades
keeping PARENTS informed!

13. Blinn College and A&M Consolidated incorporate different grading scales, and, as a result, the student must maintain a 70 average to meet A&M Consolidated HS graduation requirements
Blinn AMCHS
A A 100 – 90
B 89 – 80 B 89 – 80
C 79 – 70 C 79 – 70
D 69 – 60 **CSISD doesn’t have D
F < 60 F < 70

14. Dual Credit Course Approval Form
Fill in your FULL legal name.
Leave Blinn ID# blank.
Current School is A&M Consolidated HS
Current grade level is 11th grade.

15. Dual Credit Course Approval Form
Parent must sign or you cannot enroll in Dual Credit

16. Dual Credit Course Approval Form
Please complete the course request below.
Course Name
Semester
CRN
Day/Time
English 1301
Fall 2016
English 1302
Spring 2017
Economics 2301
Government 2305
All dual credit courses offered at AMCHS are listed.
Draw a line through any course you do NOT wish to take
You may change your mind and add or drop a course before June 10th
Leave the rest blank
You should already have an office signature on this page if your GPA is acceptable. If not, you need to see your counselor.

17. Dual Credit Course Approval Form
If you plan to take a technical dual course next year or if you plan to take a course on Blinn campus, you need to see your counselor.
As a High School student, you must have a college GPA to enroll in more than 2 Blinn courses in one semester.
Contact Blinn if you have further questions.

18. The following is required for Dual Credit enrollment:
Completed online application (before May 5th) (completed online at
Dual Credit Approval Form (due May 5th)
Completed Contract(s) (due May 5th)
TSI Assessment – or evidence of exemption by June 15th)
Payment (August 19th )
Transcript – we will provide this to Blinn for you!

19. Payment will NOT be accepted at this time.
Blinn representatives will be in the Counselor’s hallway on Tuesday, May 5th during all advocates to collect forms, provide assistance and take Blinn ID pictures.
The following is due on May 5th:
Completed online application (before May 5th)
Dual Credit Approval Form
Completed Contract(s)
A Smile!!
Payment will NOT be accepted at this time.

20. Dual Credit Important Dates
Tuesday, May 5th – Blinn Registration – Counselors’ Office – during advocates
Friday, June 10th – Deadline to change AMCHS schedule for next year
Wednesday, June 15th – Deadline for TSIA
August 19th – Deadline for payment for fall courses – See Blinn website

21. Contacts http://www.blinn.edu/dual_credit/index.html
Shannon Williford,
Director, Blinn College Dual Credit Facilitator
Elaine Abshire,
Director, Blinn College Academic Dual Credit Program

22. From Blinn Dual Credit Staff:
There is a step-by-step guide to help dual credit students apply for Blinn College admission online.  Most important parts of the Blinn College website and information that you will need to know to be successful are included.  
Here is where to find it:
> > At the top of the web page click on "Blinn A to Z" > Under "D" click on "Dual Credit" > In the dark gray box to the left click on
"Enrollment Process"