What does Texas law require of colleges regarding dual credit?
On request, public institutions of higher education in this state are required to assist a school district in developing and implementing a program designed to provide students with the opportunity to earn the equivalent of 12 hours of college credit while in high school (TEC Sec. 28.009). High schools and colleges can collaborate in efforts that support dual credit programs. High schools can allow their instructors to teach for a local college in order to offer dual credit courses. Similarly colleges can assist with scholarships, transfer agreements for designated courses, course design, instructor training and support, and testing that ensures adequate rigor and student knowledge.
