EPCC Dual Credit Recruitment Quiz

What is Dual Credit?

• A pathway for Middle School students to take college classes

• A pathway for High School students to take college classes

• Really hard high school courses

• An elective you can take in high school to teach you about college

Answer explanation

Dual Credit is a pathway for high school students to take college courses and gain first-hand experience while gaining high school and college credit.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Dual Credit?

• Save $$$ on college tuition

• Gain college credit to finish your degree faster

• High school will take twice as long to complete

• Easier transition from high school to college

How do I qualify for Dual Credit?

• College-met for TSIA2

• Obtain a passing score SAT/ACT

• Obtain a passing score on STAAR EOC

• Just tell your counselor you want to be in Dual Credit!

True or False, as a Dual Credit student I am also an EPCC student and can receive resources and services at the college?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

As a Dual Credit student, you are a part of the EPCC community. You can use services and resources for free!

Name an EPCC service available to Dual Credit students:

• Tutoring Center

• Writing Center

• Library (in person and online)

• Center for Students with Disabilities

What is the "Magnificent 8"?

• A Marvel Super Group

• 8 Classes you can take that transfer to any major

• 8 classes you HAVE to take for DC

• 8 classes you should avoid in DC

Which courses are part of the Magnificent 8?

• History 1302

• Government 2306

• Speech 1321

• Biology 1306

How many campuses does EPCC have?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

Answer explanation

EPCC has six campus locations: Northwest, Rio Grande, Transmountain, Valle Verde, Mission Del Paso, and Administrative Services Center

Which Dual Credit course will help lay the foundation for future college classes?

• Education 1300

• English 1301

• Speech 1321

• History 1301

Answer explanation

Education 1300 is a great course to begin your Dual Credit pathway! We highly recommend this course early on to students to help prepare them for the transition to college-level courses.

Who were my presenters today?

• Diana and Celina

• Seleste and Rene

• Kathryn and Laura

Answer explanation

Advisors and counselors are here to help you with the college process and answer your questions! We have virtual office hours every day, phone, and email. We're here to support you!