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Dual credit overview
Dual Credit is a program that allows high school students to take college courses at Austin Community College. Through a partnership between Leander ISD and ACC, tuition is free for up to 12 courses.
Not only can students get a head start on earning college credits, but many of the courses count for high school credit as well (or what we refer to as dual credit).
Please take a look at these slides for a thorough overview of the ACC Dual Credit Program at Leander High School.
How do I qualify for ACC Dual Credit courses?
Students must prove TSI College Readiness in English and/or math (depending on the ACC course you plan to take).
This can be done through the SAT, ACT, or TSI Assessment. Required scores:
SAT - English (480)/Math (530)
ACT - English + Reading (40)/Math (22)
English TSI Assessment - English multiple choice (945), Essay (5)
Math TSI Assessment - Math multiple choice (950)
See step #7 of the ACC Dual Credit Enrollment Process for TSI Assessment instructions
Please note: The PSAT and STAAR tests no longer satisfy the TSI requirement for Dual Credit
Which classes are available?
In person classes at LHS
11th & 12th grade students can take these classes @LHS during the school day:
(English III) English 1301 & 1302
(US History) History 1302
(US Government) Government 2305
(Economics) 2301
HVAC Program
(Basic Electricity) HART 1401
(Air Conditioning Principles) HART 1403
(Refrigeration Principles) HART 1407
(Residential Air Conditioning) HART 1441
9th & 12th grade students can take classes online or at an ACC campus; See the approved LISD Dual Credit course list here.
co-enrollment courses
Courses that are not on the LISD-approved list are still options for our students to explore their interests, meet academic goals, or for transfer to college/university. Students will earn college credit, but not high school credit.
Search Texas college/university core curriculum requirements for strategic course planning.
What's the deadline to register for ACC?
Students must complete steps 1-9 of the ACC Dual Credit Enrollment Process.
Students who have completed the enrollment process by the priority deadline will be able to register when registration opens.
Students who complete the enrollment process after the priority deadline will still be able to register for an ACC class, pending seat availability; Registration is first-come, first-served.
The deadline to register for a class is the day before it starts.
I have questions about ACC Dual Credit - how do I schedule a meeting with Mrs. Wolske?
The final step of the ACC Dual Credit enrollment process is to schedule a meeting with Mrs. Wolske. We will discuss your ACC course plans, registration, and answer any additional questions. In the meantime, please make sure to read all the info available on the ACC Dual Credit tabs of this website.
See below, ACC Dual Credit Workshop Dates, where students can learn more:
DUAL CREDIT COURSE LIST
ACC courses are run through ACC and not LISD. Please keep this and all of ACC's policies in mind when considering registration and your courses.
Which courses should I take? Will they transfer?
TCCNS - the Texas Common Course Numbering System allows you to compare institutions to determine the equivalency at ACC
Austin Community College Transfer Services - to explore ACC's transfer services
Transferology.com - this site may help you find equivalencies if attending an out-of-state school. It's always best to confirm transfer credits with the college you are intending on transferring to.
Texas Core Curriculum
Not all classes will count towards dual credit, but students are welcome to pursue credits to fulfill their interests, meet academic goals, or transfer to college/university. A great website is the Texas Common Course Numbering System, which allows you to search between institutions for credit transfers.
This website allows you to search Texas college/university core curriculum requirements for strategic course planning. The College Core Curriculum Guide allows you to view the "basics" required for most Texas Public Universities (see document to the right).
ACC Core Curriculum
Which textbooks do I need?
So how exactly do you know which textbook is needed for your ACC dual-credit course? You have a couple of options, outlined here on ACC's website. Here are a few recommended options for obtaining your textbooks:
Buy textbooks from the ACC bookstore in person or order from their website.
Purchase textbooks from other websites like Amazon, Half.com, Barnes & Noble, or Abe Books. They usually offer new and used options.
Rent textbooks from sites such as Chegg and College Book Renter.
TEXTBOOK SCHOLARSHIP If you have financial need, please see Mr. Nelson for books available to be checked out for the semester. These books must be returned at the end of the semester. The Leander Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF) has generously set aside funds to support dual-credit students and have allowed us to start a small collection of books to lend to students.
Where can I verify my course schedule or ACC grades?
On the ACC website, students can log in to Self-Service to view course registration, professor information, meeting time, etc. To view official grades, students must login to Online Services and access the Student Menu of services. Here, students can find their unofficial transcript, as well as order transcripts to be sent to colleges and universities.
How can I find out more about a professor before registering?
First, if there is a link provided on the ACC schedule listing, click on that to see what kind of information might be posted on their website and syllabus. Otherwise, you can also try Rate My Professor to get some insight from previous students' ratings of the professor.
How can I prepare for the US History STAAR Exam?
If you are taking HIST 1302 - US History through ACC, you are still expected to take and pass the US History STAAR exam as a graduation requirement. The test is offered three times a year: December, May, and July. For specific dates, contact Mrs. Wolske.
To prepare for the exam, we encourage students to reference this US History facts book that summarizes important information to know. If you'd like a hard copy of this book, please see Mrs. Wolske.
WHAT IS DISTANCE LEARNING?
Distance Learning is the term ACC uses for courses offered in an online format. This format gives students more scheduling options and a wider selection of classes to meet individual needs. Meanwhile, course content and transferability are identical to classes offered on campus and in person. Distance Learning is NOT available to students wishing to participate in ECS+ or Senior Cohorts.
Distance Learning is not for everyone. You need to know yourself as a learner. Do not take distance learning options if you are not a self-starter and on top of all of your work, regularly. Some courses are more manageable as distance learning than others. Be sure to talk with Mrs. Wolske if you're considering taking a course as distance learning.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN DISTANCE LEARNING CLASSES
1. Prep your technology. You will need a computer, web access, and in some cases a web cam or headphones. Keep these items charged, ready to go.
2. Dedicate time for your course. Carve out structured time specifically allotted to dedicate to each of your online courses. This could be every day, every Mon/Wed, mornings, evenings...think about when you work best and are most focused.
3. Choose a workspace. Find a place that is free of distractions (siblings, TV, etc.) and comfortable where you can stay focused. Find a desk, dining room table, etc. - couches and beds may be your productivity nemesis!
4. Use your online tools. Check Blackboard and your ACCemail regularly. This is how professors will communicate with you.
5. Team up! There is power in accountability. Connect with other students in your class to check-in, discuss learning, or study together.
6. Plan & organize. Map out due dates. Set reminders on your phone. Break out big tasks into smaller, manageable chunks.
Want more? Here are 21 Study Tips for Online Classes Success.
2025-26 Dual Credit Enrollment
Students must complete steps 1-9 of the ACC Dual Credit Enrollment process
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