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College & Career Counselors

College and career counselors serve as a liaisons between the college and high school, ensuring smooth communication and supporting students throughout their dual credit journey.

Review and process all required permission forms for dual credit enrollment
Help students resolve account holds to clear the way for registration
Assist students with degree planning and selecting the right courses
Clearly communicate all program requirements and important deadlines
Provide guidance for both academic planning and navigating college expectations
Connect students and families with college resources and support services
Support students and families during transitions and problem-solving to help ensure student success and reduce stress

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What is Dual Credit?

A college course that can be used to simultaneously earn high school and college credit in one class!

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Benefits Of Being A Collin College Dual Credit Student

Convenience: Students can take college courses without leaving their high school campus (ISD dependent).
Cost-Effective: Dual credit programs can help students save money on college tuition.
Early Exposure to College-Level Work: Students can get a taste of college-level coursework and prepare for higher education.
Increased Academic Rigor: Dual credit courses can challenge students and help them develop important academic skills.

Note: Students considering dual credit courses should research not only their high school's and college's requirements, but also exploring course options, eligibility criteria, and credit transfer policies will help ensure their credits count toward their future degree.

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How Much Will You Save?

Average In-State Public University

$1,502*

*Based on Fall 2024 in-state full-time tuition rates

$203*

Collin College

*based on 2026-2027 in-county rates, not including Cougar Book Bundle textbooks or misc. fees

For a 3-credit hour course

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Cougar Book Bundle

Textbook fees will be included in the tuition for dual credit courses as an additional fee.

Instead of purchasing items separately, students will pay a flat fee of $23 per credit hour.
Physical books will be packaged through the bookstore, and digital materials will be delivered directly via Canvas.
Students will have an opportunity to opt-out through the B&N portal included in their email.

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Dual Credit Courses are Transferable to Most Public, 4-Year Colleges & Universities in Texas

*Students are responsible for determining if transfer institution will accept their credits*

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Is Dual Credit Right For You?

Student code of conduct

Review the student code of conduct for both the high school and college; dual credit students are expected to follow college standards for behavior, academic integrity, and professionalism

Drop/Withdraw Deadlines

Pay attention to college drop and withdrawal deadlines; missing these dates could impact grades and future eligibility for dual credit or college courses

The importance of attendance

Understand that good attendance is crucial for college success; missing class can impact grades and may violate attendance policies. A high school excused absence is not considered a college excused absence. Check with your professor.

Get to know your course syllabus

Get to know each course syllabus thoroughly, including all expectations, grading policies, and assignments; the syllabus also lists exam dates and project deadlines

Maturity for subject matter

A dual credit student must be prepared for advanced coursework, mature subject matter, and a more independent college classroom environment.

The importance of time management

Develop strong time management skills to balance high school, college coursework, and other responsibilities; dual credit courses often have more rigorous deadlines and less frequent reminders from teachers.

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High School vs. College

HIGH SCHOOL	COLLEGE
High school is mandatory and usually free.	College is voluntary and expensive.
Students can count on parents and teachers to remind them of assignments, priorities and deadlines.	Students must balance their responsibilities, set priorities, and manage their time. They are expected to take responsibility for what is completed/not completed.
Testing is frequent and covers material as you go along.	Testing is generally less frequent but covers broader material, and professors set firm due dates in advance.
Teachers frequently conduct review sessions and point out important concepts.	Students are expected to prepare themselves for tests and assignments and ask questions for clarification.
Teachers may frequently rearrange test dates to avoid conflict with school events.	Professors set exam dates and due dates at the beginning of the semester and include them on the course syllabus. These dates do not usually change.
Students work with their high school counselor for high school graduation requirements.	Graduation requirements are complex and differ for each college. Students should consult with their advisor to ensure requirements are met.
Parents can talk to teachers without the permission of students.	Only the student can speak with their professor about their class, unless a FERPA waiver has been authorized.

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FERPA applies to all college students regardless of their age.

Students can give Collin staff/faculty permission to speak with a parent/guardian, and they can decide what information is shared.

Students can also change what access they grant at any time.

FERPA

Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act

FERPA – WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

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Dual Credit Eligibility

Student must:

Check their high school’s policies about dual credit, and make sure to meet all posted deadlines.
Receive approval from their high school counselor
Students must finish the full Collin College admissions process including the removal of admissions holds on a student’s account by the high school deadline.

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2026-2027 Dual Credit Offerings for ISD

Courses held at high school, Collin College Campus, or online

Academic courses satisfy Texas Core Curriculum

Transferable to most public four-year colleges/universities in Texas

Please check with private and out-of-state institutions for transferability

Collin Course(s)	Collin Course Number	Grade Level	HS Credit Equivalent
Composition I & II	ENGL 1301/1302	11th or 12th	English III or English IV
World Literature I & II	ENGL 2332/2323	12th	English IV
US History I & II	HIST 1301/1302	11th	US History
Federal Government	GOVT 2305	12th	Government
Principles of Microeconomics	ECON 2302	12th	Economics
College Algebra	MATH 1314	11th or 12th	Math (.5 credit)

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2026-2027 Dual Credit Offerings for ISD

Courses held at home campus, Collin College Campus, or online

Academic courses satisfy Texas Core Curriculum

Transferable to most public four-year colleges/universities in Texas

Please check with private and out-of-state institutions for transferability

Collin Course(s)	Collin Course Number	Grade Level	HS Credit Equivalent
Elementary Statistical Methods	MATH 1342	11th or 12th	Math (.5 credit)
Pre-Calculus	MATH 2412	11th or 12th	Math (.5 credit)
Calculus for Business & Soc Sci	MATH 1325	11^th or 12^th	Math (.5 credit)
Calculus I	MATH 2413	12^th	Math (.5 credit)
Calculus III & Differential Equations	MATH 2415 & MATH 2320	Earned 4 or 5 on AP Calc BC exam	Math Credit
Biology for Science or Non-science Majors	BIOL 1406 & 1407 or BIOL 1408 & 1409	11th or 12th	Fourth Science Credit

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2026-2027 Online Dual Credit Offerings for FISD

Courses held at home campus, Collin College Campus, or online

Academic courses satisfy Texas Core Curriculum

Transferable to most public four-year colleges/universities in Texas

Please check with private and out-of-state institutions for transferability

Collin Course(s)	Collin Course Number	Grade Level	HS Credit Equivalent
Learning Framework	EDUC 1300	10^th-12^th	Elective (0.5 credit)
Introduction to Sociology	SOCI 1301	10^th-12th	Elective (0.5 credit)
Art Appreciation	ARTS 1301	10^th-12^th	Elective (0.5 credit) *Does not count for FISD Fine Arts Credit
Introduction to Speech	SPCH 1311	10^th-12th	Speech or Elective (0.5 credit)
Texas Government	GOVT 2306	10^th-12^th	Elective (0.5 credit)

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2026-2027 Technical Campus Offerings

Courses are held at the Collin Technical Campus in Allen. You must have your own transportation.

Many of the workforce dual credit courses are specialized programs. Please discuss options with your high school counselor.

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Collin College EDGE Incoming Juniors only

Same Affordable Tuition

Total Per Credit Cost- $67

Books additional cost

Free and Reduced Lunch Student >Free tuition

At its core, EDGE is grounded in Project-Based Learning.

Faculty design interconnected, universal themes that drive interdisciplinary projects, ensuring that course content across multiple subjects contributes meaningfully to a shared outcome.

(Harvard Graduate School of Education, Instructional Moves, n.d.).

The Collin EDGE Program will accept a maximum of 120 students.

Completion of the entire 42-hour Texas Core Curriculum before high school graduation.

Small, cohort-based classes fostering a sense of belonging and academic confidence. Access to Collin College faculty mentors, college resources, honor societies, and leadership opportunities

Immersive, hands-on projects that connect theory to real-world practice. Experiences that build portfolios, resumes, and transferable college success skills.

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Dual Credit Enrollment Process

Apply for admission (www.applytexas.org) - new students only
Complete holds & action items, including Permission Form
Registration by Collin counselor
Pay for classes

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1. Application for Admission

You may apply online NOW for Fall 2026!

Complete an application at applytexas.org

*Your application must be PROCESSED before your next steps*

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2. Admissions & Onboarding

Your high school must approve ALL classes, including non-dual credit classes (concurrent).
Complete action items & holds (Campus safety, meningitis documentation, permission form, etc.)

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High School Permission Form

The Permission Form process will be completed electronically in FISD’s Laserfiche system.

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3. Registration

All students will be registered by the P-12 Partnerships Office

High schools will provide P-12 Partnerships an approved list of students, courses, and class periods for registration.
P-12 Partnerships will register and notify students of registration and payment deadline.

For Dual Credit and Concurrent Classes

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4. Payment

Students are responsible for viewing their Collin College schedule and submitting payment by high school stated payment deadline.
Students may not be added back into dual credit courses if dropped for non-payment (based on ISD policy).
Tuition is paid each semester.
Students eligible for Free/Reduced Lunch will have their cost of tuition waived by Collin College
Dual credit students are eligible to apply for Fall Collin College scholarships

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RESOURCES

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What does ACCESS do?

Provides equal access to the educational opportunities and services for students with disabilities through academic accommodations for those who qualify.

ACCESS Advisors

Allen Technical Campus – A130G

(972) 881-5898 dualcreditaccess@collin.edu

If you currently have a 504 or IEP with your high school, you may be eligible for ACCESS accommodations for your dual credit courses.

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Process for Accommodations

Submit ACCESS Application with Documentation.

https://rainier.accessiblelearning.com/s-Collin/

Documentation - Upload to application or email to ACCESS@collin.edu

Types of Documentation

FIE/504 from high school
Educational Diagnostic Result
Letter from Doctor with Diagnosis and Barriers

Intake Interview - After ACCESS receives the student's application and documentation, they will contact the student to schedule their intake appointment.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact ACCESS@collin.edu

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Students submit Course Accessibility Letters to professors each semester.

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Access to forms and FAQs
Pages for students, parents, and counselors
Important dates and deadlines
School-specific pages

Collin College Dual Credit Website

Information for Dual Credit | Collin College

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College & Career Counselors

Dual Credit Support

Review and process permission forms
Assist with resolving student account holds
Assist with degree planning and course advising
Communicate program requirements

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NEXT STEPS

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Frisco ISD Dual Credit

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Fall 2026 Important Dates

Students are encouraged to apply online at ApplyTexas.org now

Application Deadline: March 2
Laserfiche Permission Forms due: April 2
Holds/Action Items Must be Complete by: April 2
Payment Deadline: May 15

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Questions?

www.collin.edu/express/dualcredit

Contact your school’s Collin Counselor

Or dualcredit@friscoisd.org