College Credit Options

College-level classes that are more challenging and faster paced than traditional high school courses, all with the goal of students receiving the opportunity to test for college credit, which is recognized internationally, depending on the scoring requirements of universities.

High school teacher who is certified in the subject area, understands the needs of high school students, and can guide them through challenging course work. Coursework is designed, delivered, and assessed by the teacher.

On the high school campus

Standards provided by the College Board with syllabus approved through the AP Audit process. Must also meet TEKS standards.

Student must have completed required high school prerequisites.  Speak to your counselor if you are interested in taking AP classes.

Students register for and take the internationally-recognized AP exam that is associated with the course. Exams are scored on a scale of 1-5. Credit is determined by individual colleges/universities, with scores of 3 or higher receiving college credit at Texas public colleges and universities per legislative rule.

AP exam cost is determined by the College Board and is approximately $100 per AP exam. Fee reductions are subsidies are available for student who qualify for free or reduced lunch. The College Board is a non-profit organization seeking to make college credit affordable and inclusive for all students.

Credit accepted at public state schools for scores of 3 or higher, and internationally at the discretion of the college/university.

The Dual Credit program allows eligible high school students to earn college credit by taking ACC courses at their respective secondary campus. High school students complete the process for enrollment and registration in an Austin Community College course. Dual Credit participants simultaneously earn high school and college credit after completing the college level class with a passing grade. Manor ISD determines which ACC classes will be accepted as dual credit and how that course will satisfy high school graduation requirements. Students and parents are advised to check with the school district for the most updated list of approved dual credit courses.

ACC (Austin Community College) professor or HS teacher who also serves as an adjunct professor for ACC. (Master’s degree in the field required)

On the high school campus, college campus, or on-line.

Standards provided by ACC. Student is still responsible for the associated End Of Course STAAR Exam where applicable (i.e. US History).

High school and college prerequisites as noted and any TSI requirements.  Speak to your counselor if you are interested in taking Dual Credit Courses.

High school and college credit is awarded. Students receive a college grade which is recorded on both the high school and ACC transcript. The high school credit is awarded with a grade of C or better, although college credit may be granted with a D.

Courses in the core curriculum are at no cost to MISD students. Students may need to purchase college textbook or resources which will cost $100-$200.

Credit accepted by public state schools in Texas, and elsewhere at the discretion of the college/university.

Classes where students are concurrently enrolled in a high school course and college course with a focus on self-regulated learning; allows students to earn a high school grade and college grade.

The course is evaluated and facilitated by an OnRamps certified high school teacher who delivers daily lessons. College course is evaluated and monitored by the college professor, who works with the high school teacher and provides assessments.

On the high school campus.

Standards provided by UT and meet TEKS standards.

High school and college prerequisites as noted and any TSI requirements.  Speak to your counselor if you are interested in taking OnRamps Courses.

Students earn a high school grade based on all assessed activities in the course (test, quizzes, homework, and daily work) which is recorded on the high school transcript. Students earn a college grade based on the college exams, which is recorded on a college transcript. The grades awarded for high school and college may be different. The student has the opportunity to decline the college grade and credit.

MISD covers the cost of OnRamps courses for all students.

Credit guaranteed to transfer to any public state college or university, and elsewhere at the discretion of the college/university.