The Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSI) is a program that determines the appropriate level of college coursework for an incoming student. The TSI test consists of three separate exams: Mathematics, Reading, and Writing. Successful scoring on the TSI proves your readiness for college-level coursework and will save you substantial time and money by allowing you to avoid remedial classes.
Texas College Bridge (TXCB) is a free, online, self-paced program for 11th and 12th-grade students in Texas, offering tailored, preparatory math and English courses. By completing these courses, students can earn a TSI waiver or exemption at participating Texas colleges, helping them skip remedial, non-credit courses. Class of 2027 Only.
When a student takes the TSIA2, their scores are valid for 5 years from the test date.
ELAR (Reading and Writing Combined) Test Passing Scores:
ELAR Score of 945 or higher AND Write Placer Essay Score of 5 - 8 OR
ELAR Score under 945 AND ELAR Diagnostic
Level of 5 - 6 AND Write Placer Essay Score of 5 - 8
Math Test Passing Scores:
950 or higher OR
Math Score Under 950 AND Math Diagnostic Level of 6
TexQuest - available on Classlink under "Prepare for College"