Students often feel torn between taking AP classes or TCC dual credit classes. When deciding, you should keep in mind the benefits of enrolling in TCC dual credit classes.
Students enrolled in TCC receive guaranteed college credit with completion of the course in Texas. By passing the class, students earn their high school and college credit while also gaining college-level experience. On the other hand, AP classes do not guarantee college credit. Students must pass the end of the year AP test to receive credit. If students fail, they will only receive high school credit.
Public colleges and universities in Texas and others like Texas A&M, Tarleton State, TCU, Texas State, Texas Tech and the University of Arkansas are all examples of colleges that accept TCC credits. Since TCC is a community college, students can check with the college’s policy of TCC acceptance to confirm transfer.
Taking TCC dual credit is free in high school. This can save students thousands of dollars in future college tuition. Earning college credit through TCC can lower the number of classes needed in college, also reducing college costs. AP exams require a $25 fee per exam, becoming expensive if students take more than one AP class.
Just as TCC students, dual credit students have full access to TCC resources such as libraries, tutoring and all online tools. These resources help students become familiar with college-level classes and expectations, providing the help needed to be successful.
Taking TCC dual credit allows students to earn high school credit and college credit. Students can enter college with their base level credits completed or almost completed, allowing students to graduate earlier.
TCC has flexible schedules. TCC dual credit classes do not meet on Fridays, providing extra time for students to study, catch up on homework and other school or after-school commitments.
