Higher GPA points are awarded in Tier I advanced courses to reflect the rigor of the curriculum. For example, a "100" in a dual credit course equals 5.0 rather than 4.0 in a regular class.* See Local Policy EIC for the letter grade conversion chart.

*The letter grades and numerical equivalents of dual credit courses taken at EPCC will follow the guidelines of EIC Regulation and EPCC's grading policy. See "Special Considerations" below.

College Credit

Transferability

Passing dual credit courses can earn students college credit at Texas public colleges and universities. Use the Texas Common Course Numbering System to view course compatibility between EPCC's and other Texas colleges' and universities' courses.

Applicability

Students should talk to their counselors to ensure they are enrolled in the field of study course(s) that will apply to their Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS), and baccalaureate degrees.

Student Eligibility

EPCC Requirements

To be eligible for enrollment in a dual credit course offered by a public college, admissions requirements (Apply Texas and EA Form) must be completed. Students must also meet the college's prerequisites designated for that course (e.g., minimum score on a specified placement test, minimum grade in a specified previous course, etc.). Visit the EPCC Course catalog to view prerequisite requirements for each course.

Legislative Requirements (Dual Credit/Early College Course Placement Rules)

Students can enroll in the following dual credit courses if they meet one of the criteria below for the corresponding content area: