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  • Principal: Dr. David Paz
  • Phone: (281) 234-4900
  • Hours: First Bell: 7:08 a.m.; Tardy Bell: 7:15 a.m.; Dismissal: 2:35 p.m.

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HCC Dual Credit Information

Katy ISD partners with Houston City College (formally Houston Community College) in offering dual credit courses for students who meet specific requirements and would like to earn college credit at the same time as earning high school credit. Once accepted as a dual credit student, students can enroll in face-to-face or virtual courses. If interested, please contact your child's counselor with any questions. Please be aware that becoming a dual credit student is a multi-step process and requires 1–3 weeks to complete. Enrollment for the following school year begins in February and ends in March.

Dual Credit Family Information:

 

Steps to Apply for Dual Credit

**If you are a returning dual credit student, you will only complete Steps 1 & 2. You do not have to complete another Dual Credit application.**

  1. Choose the dual credit course(s) as part of your schedule when completing course selection in SchooLinks

  2. Meet with your counselor and receive approval on all Dual Credit courses

    • New & Returning Dual Credit Students - Sign up on the required Interest Form for parents & students to receive communication on Dual Credit - 2026 Dual Credit Interest Form

  3. Complete your ApplyTexas application by: Friday, February 20th, 2026 for Summer & Friday, March 20th, 2026 for Fall/Spring

    • Sign Up for HCC Application Help Sessions for help with completing the application process - don't wait until the last minute!

      APPLICATION HELP

    • Apply for HCC as a student at www.ApplyTexas.org

      • Need help with the ApplyTexas.org portion of the application? Click the link below for a step-by-step guide: Apply Texas Step-by-Step Instructions

      • Use your personal email address, not your school or iCloud email address

    • Complete both the profile and the application sections while choosing dual credit as your application type

  4. Watch for an email from HCC with your student ID

    • Your new ID number will start with a "W"

    • OR You will receive a "P" number if you did not submit your social security number in your Apply Texas application. Don't lose your "P" number because you will need it to reset your password if you forget.

    • You need either ID number for your Dual Credit application

  5. Required Application Paperwork - Returning students do not complete another packet

    • Download and complete the Dual Credit Residency Form: Dual Credit Residency Form

    • Download and complete the Dual Credit Waiver Form: Dual Credit Waiver Form

      • Applications for Summer 2026 are due Friday, Feb. 27th, 2026 @ 3pm

      • Applications for Fall/Spring 26-27 are due Friday, March 27th, 2026 @ 3pm

  6. Once your paperwork is reviewed, you will be contacted if: 

    • There are any mistakes or missing information

    • You do not meet eligibility requirements

    • You need to take the TSIA exam for college readiness (see below)

Wondering what dual credit courses are available? Need to know the class codes for your application?  Dual Credit Courses Available

All Dual Credit students (new and returning) must complete the Google Form below. The Google Form closes Friday, March 20th, 2026 @ 3pm. 2026 Dual Credit Interest Form

Need help with the ApplyTexas.org portion of the application? 

 

HCC Tutoring

HCC provides free tutoring to all dual credit students. If you are interested, click the link below to download directions on how to access tutoring resources.

How to Access Tutoring Resources


TSIA

The TSI-A exam is no longer a requirement to apply for dual credit courses for the 2026-2027 school year. However, it is a good indicator of potential academic success in a dual credit course. Depending on the student and how many dual credit courses you plan to take, you may still need to take the TSIA exam. 

TSIA Info:

Free Testing at Paetow High School (Katy ISD)
✅ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/phstsia 

Free Testing at Raines High School (Katy ISD)
✅ Spots fill quickly and follow a set schedule.
✅ Sign up here: Raines Academy TSIA Testing
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🏫Schedule TSIA at Any College on Your Schedule - (HCC & Lone Star are the closest, but any college works)

HCC Testing Options
✅  Remote (24/7 from home) or on-campus
✅  Small testing fee applies
✅  Info & registration: HCC TSIA Info

Lone Star Testing Options
✅  Remote (24/7 from home) or on-campus
✅  Small testing fee applies
✅  Info & registration: Lone Star TSIA Info