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Students enroll in college courses and use the credit earned in those classes for credit towards high school graduation while also earning college credit. Dripping Springs High School offers two different options:  \nOnRamps-The University of Texas  \n[http://onramps.utexas.edu/](http://onramps.utexas.edu/)  \nOnRamps is a blended-learning initiative led by The University of Texas. Presently, Dripping Springs High School offers English III, Pre Calculus and Physics OnRamps classes. All courses are designed by faculty from UT and taught by DSHS teachers.  \nFAQ  \n1. How do I register for OnRamps classes? Simply select classes via Skyward.  \n2. Do I have to apply at The University of Texas to take OnRamps classes? No. There is no application at this time.  \n3. How much are OnRamps classes? There is no cost at this time.  \n4. How much college credit will I receive? English III-6 hrs, PreCalculus-3 hrs. and Physics-3 hrs.  \n5. How difficult is OnRamps? The curriculum is considered rigorous.  \n6. Is OnRamps college credit accepted at every university? OnRamps credit is accepted at any public university or college in Texas and at many private and out of state schools also. Research your schools before you begin planning  taking dual credit.  \n7. If I take OnRamps classes will it be easier to get accepted to UT? No.  \nAustin Community College (ACC)  \n[http://www.austincc.edu/ecs/](http://www.austincc.edu/ecs/)  \nDripping Springs High School students can earn dual credit by taking ACC classes atthe high school campus. Classes are taught by ACC professors. Credit earned through dual credit enrollment counts for both college and high school credit.  \nFAQ  \n1. How do I register for ACC classes? 1. For high school selection, pick ACC classes via Skyward. 2. Follow the steps on the ACC Dual Credit sheet (counseling center) or see the ACC Dual Credit Process Cheat Sheet below!  \n2. How much do ACC classes cost?  \nACC classes taken on our campus are free at this time. Students are responsible for purchasing books.  \n3. How difficult are ACC classes? Like OnRamps, ACC classes are college level and are considered rigorous.  \n4. Is ACC dual credit accepted at every school? ACC dual credit is accepted at any public university or college in Texas and at many private and out of state schools. Research your schools before  you begin planning dual credit.  \n5. Can my parents check my grades? No. ACC does not disclose any information to anyone other than the student.  \nACC Dual Credit Process Cheat Sheet  \n1. Complete your ACC application .  \n2. After 24 hours, activate your ACC eID (includes finding eID, activating eID and answering security questions) .  \n3. Setup ACC email .  \n4. Determine if you need to complete the TSI test. (See your counselor. )  \nIf yes, complete Pre-assessment Activity and print the certificate. Make an appointment to take the TSI test at an ACC testing center. You will need a photo ID, PAA certificate and $29 fee. Bring the results to your counselor to move to next step.  \nIf no, proceed to step 5.  \n5. Complete online orientation and print certificate. Bring your certificate to your counselor.  \n6. Get ACC Co-enrollment form from your counselor and complete highlighted portions. Return it to your counselor.  \n7. Attend ACC advising session at DSHS or at an ACC campus.  \n8. You are now clear to sign up for your classes via the online student portal. ** Please note that you will not register online for your fall classes. Your counselor will complete this for you once your high school schedule is completed.","cbCaiu2jZXYjyFL9","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiu2jZXYjyFL9","pdf",47004,"English","# What is dual credit?\n## OnRamps (The University of Texas)\n## Austin Community College (ACC)\n## ACC Dual Credit Process Cheat Sheet","[{\"question\":\"How do students register for OnRamps classes?\",\"answer\":\"Students simply select OnRamps classes via Skyward.\"},{\"question\":\"Do students need to apply at The University of Texas to take OnRamps classes?\",\"answer\":\"No. There is no application at this time.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the main steps in the ACC dual credit process?\",\"answer\":\"Complete the ACC application, activate ACC eID, set up ACC email, determine whether TSI testing is needed, complete orientation, obtain and submit the co-enrollment form, attend advising, and then sign up for classes through the student portal (with fall registration handled by the counselor).\"}]","Dual Credit Options - OnRamps and Austin Community College (ACC) FAQ Guide | PDF",1790483311]