There is a testing requirement for the Dual Credit program:
TSIA2 Math 950+
TSIA2 Math DIA 6+ (this is only needed if scores do not meet 950+)
TSIA2 ELAR 945+
TSIA2 ELAR DIA 5+ (this is only needed if scores do not meet 945+)
TSIA2 Essay 5+
PSAT EBRW 460+
PSAT MATH 510+
SAT EBRW 480+
SAT MATH 530+
Scores can be mixed to help students obtain eligibility.
Spanish 3 Dual Credit: All Spanish 2 (& Sp2 Adv.) students participate in the SDCAFE eligibility assessment as part of their Fall 2023 Semester Exam. Qualifying students should have received a letter of eligibility for Spanish 3 D.C.
Eligibility
Requirements
Dual Credit
Timeline
(Click the Google Doc below for detailed instructions)
Please be advised, the enrollment process is extensive with hard deadlines. Please follow all steps accurately and before the deadline to ensure acceptance into the program:
- February 2024: Create the Apply Texas Online Account (https://www.applytexas.org) and complete the application for Northwest Visit College or St. Philip’s College, depending on the course you are wanting to take (Applications are due no later than 3/22/24).
Click here for course offerings
- March/ April 2024:
- Access your ACES Account for the first time
- Complete the Alamo ENROLL online modules in ACES student account
- Complete Dual Credit Student Orientation module in ACES and upload Parent Consent Form into Canvas
- Pay TSIA2 testing payment ($14) or upload eligible PSAT Scores. TSIA2 testing will take place during the month of March 2024 & April 2024.
For more information on the dual credit process, please visit: Northwest Vista College Dual Credit Information.
Dual Credit Course Offerings
We are expanding our program by offering Construction 1 through St. Philip’s College as a dual credit course this year. Next year, we will add Construction 2.
We currently offer Biology, Advanced Pre-Calculus, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, and Spanish 3 as dual credit classes, partnering with Northwest Vista College. (English 3 D.C will be offered starting Fall 2024)
Are you interested in taking a dual credit course?
New to dual credit
returning
AP Courses offered at Taft for the 2023-2024 school year
Science
Biology
Environmental Science
Social
Studies
Human Geography
US History
World History Modern
US Government and Politics
Macroeconomics
Psychology
Math
Pre-Calculus
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
English
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Electives
2-D Art
3-D Art
Drawing
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Seminar
AP Exam Fees
Exams are $40 each.
Payments can be made by using My School Bucks (TAFT AP EXAM FEES tile).
*Payment can also be made in person with Mr. Bernardino by cash or check (exact change required for cash- Checks should be made out to “Taft High School”)*
If you receive free/ reduced lunch, exam fees are $10 each ($20 for AP Seminar).
If you believe you qualify, please visit NISD’s Nutrition Services Page to learn more.
If you miss an exam, or need to take a Late Exam, College Board charges additional fees. Please visit College Board AP Exams or see Mr. Bernardino to learn more.
Eligibility Requirements
- No testing is required for eligibility.
- Different prerequisites apply for each class.
- Discuss your interest with your teacher and counselor to see if OnRamps is a good fit for you!
Coursework Expectations
- Non-negotiable deadlines determined by UT.
- You will have a UT professor that will assign the coursework through Canvas.
- Your Taft teacher is here for support.
UT Austin OnRamps Course Offerings this year
English 4 OR
Pre-Calculus OR
College Algebra OR
Statistics OR
Geoscience OR
Physics 1 OR
Chemistry OR
Students can earn college credit while attending Taft High School. Click on the tiles below to learn more!
