Dual Credit Argumentative Essay

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2 BISD Students Earn College Degrees Before High School Graduation A total of twelve BISD students earned their associate degree two weeks before receiving their high school diplomas. These students took advantage of the dual credit opportunity offered through a partnership between Brazosport ISD and Brazosport College. Dual credit gives students the option to earn college credit as well as high school credit for college-level courses. Students must complete a minimum of 60 credit hours to earn an associates degree. Brazosport High School student Arleth Gonzalez Alanis explained that the dual credit program saves students both time and money for college. She will start her college journey at the University of Houston Clear-Lake with a total …show more content…

He is ranked fifth in his high school class and will graduate with honors and chords and received $36,000 in scholarships. “My parents didn’t receive any higher level education so it was hard for them to help me with assignments; however, they always supported me in any way that they could,” said Uber who plans to continue his degree at the University of Houston and double major in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering. “The dual credit program has allowed me to do all this at a much younger age than I would have had if I completed all my education at a four year institution,” he …show more content…

My parents come from a place unimaginable to most, in the mountains with little to no development and so much violence. I am lucky to be born in this great country where opportunities exist for those who want them.” Rigoberto picked the Chemical Technology-Process Operations program because of the many career opportunities in this field in our area. “With the support of faculty and staff at both Brazosport College and Brazosport High School, I finished! My future plan is to work with my degree, and I am in the process of finding a job.” Brazoswood senior Elizabeth Shank said she took dual credit classes as a sophomore and earned a total of 66 credit hours through the program. “It’s benefitted me because I am two years ahead in college.” Congratulations to all of these students for utilizing the dual credit opportunity to put their education and careers on a fast-track. Best wishes on your bright

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