College Readiness
College readiness refers to the skills, knowledge, and behaviors a high school student should have as they prepare to enter their freshman year of college. LTISD believes college is attainable for all interested students, and the district provides resources and support to help transform a student’s dream of college into a reality.
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has defined a set of indicators that students can earn to be considered college ready. Students who meet one of these CCMR indicators are considered "CCMR-met."
College Ready Indicators
Meet TSI Criteria via SAT, ACT, TSI-A2 A graduate must meet the TSI requirement for both reading and mathematics.
SAT 480 or higher Reading & Writing
530 or higher Math
ACT Taken prior to 2/15/23 - minimum composite score of 23 with
19 or higher in English
19 or higher in Math
Taken on/after 2/15/23 - 40 or higher combined score on English and Reading
22 or higher in Math
TSIA2 945 or higher ELAR
5 or higher on ELAR Essay
950 or higher in Math
Meet Criteria on Advanced Placement (AP) Examination. Meet the criterion score of 3 or higher on an AP examination.
Earn Dual Course Credits Complete and earn credit for at least three credit hours in ELA or mathematics or at least nine credit hours in any subject.
Complete an OnRamps Dual Enrollment Course
College Testing
Texas requires students take the TSI-A, SAT or ACT test to determine if they are ready for college before they begin taking any college-level classes. Studies show scores on these tests can improve significantly with practice. There are several tools to help students prepare, including online practice tools and prep programs within the school district.
College Planning
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