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Homeschool Information for Families

The Dallas College Homeschool Dual Credit Program allows eligible homeschool students to earn college credit and high school credit at the same time by taking college-level courses while completing their homeschool education.

Families with an active homeschool agreement work with a dedicated Dallas College homeschool liaison who provides guidance throughout the process each academic year.

What are the benefits?

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Dual Credit Opportunities

Eligible students may earn college credits that apply toward both high school completion and a chosen college degree pathway.

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Tuition Waivers

Eligible Dallas County residents may receive tuition waivers that cover the cost of tuition. Course-related fees will apply.

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Recommended Courses

Homeschool dual credit students are strongly encouraged to complete courses within the Dallas College Core Curriculum while pursuing an Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) degree pathway.

The Core Curriculum is a set of general education courses required by Texas public colleges and universities and is designed to transfer statewide.

Why these degree pathways?

  • Courses apply toward most bachelor’s degrees at Texas public universities.
  • Core Curriculum courses may also support waiver eligibility and help students progress toward high school graduation requirements.

Unsure about homeschool graduation requirements?

Dallas College does not determine homeschool graduation requirements. Families are encouraged to consult a local homeschool co-op or the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for guidance.

 

a son sitting on couch with his parents Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for a homeschool dual credit agreement, students must meet the criteria below:

  • A parent or guardian must serve as the homeschool official and be responsible for issuing and signing the student’s high school transcript.
  • Students must have completed eighth grade. Homeschool agreements cannot begin during the summer immediately following eighth grade. Students may begin enrolling in the Fall semester after completing eighth grade.
  • The student's family must be considered a Texas resident.
  • Homeschool agreements cannot be initiated if the student is already enrolled in an accredited online or in-person high school program.

Still unsure if you qualify?

You are considered eligible if the parent or guardian determines how many credits are awarded on the high school transcript and signs the transcript as the homeschool official.

Not eligible for a homeschool agreement?

Students may still enroll through concurrent enrollment. Please note that concurrent enrollment awards college credit only and does not apply toward high school credit.

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Dallas College Support and Resources Available to Homeschool Students

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IncludED Program

Dallas College’s IncludED program provides access to required learning materials, including eBooks, textbooks and course supplies, at the start of each semester.

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Success Coaches

Upon registration, dual credit students are assigned a success coach who provides academic guidance from enrollment through graduation or transfer.

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Learning Commons

Students have access to tutoring, library services, testing support and computer labs through the Dallas College Learning Commons.

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Student Life and Engagement

Dual credit students may participate in Dallas College student organizations, events and leadership opportunities, helping them stay engaged and connected to the college community. 

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Ready to Apply

Getting started is simple. Complete the steps below to begin the homeschool onboarding process.

  1. Apply to Dallas College. Complete the Dallas College Workday Application to receive a student ID.
  2. Complete the Homeschool Survey. Submit the Homeschool Survey so a team member can contact you to schedule your onboarding meeting.

Required Documents

To initiate a homeschool agreement, families must submit:

  1. A notarized homeschool transcript (please email us if you need a template to create a transcript). The transcript must be signed by the homeschool official.
  2. Proof of meningitis vaccination or an approved exemption form.
  3. A completed FERPA Release Form authorizing Dallas College to communicate with the homeschool official.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No. Every semester, homeschool students are registered by their assigned homeschool liaison to ensure courses align with both high school and college requirements. This process also applies to course changes, including dropping classes.

Tuition waivers are available only to eligible Dallas County residents. Courses must count toward both high school credit and an approved college degree pathway. Course-related fees and IncludED program fees are not covered by tuition waivers.

Students must have an active homeschool agreement at least nine days prior to the start of the term they wish to enroll in. This allows time to review eligibility, required documents and course placement before registration.

No. Homeschool dual credit students are not required to take the TSIA2 assessment. Course placement may be determined using alternative criteria or exemption scores.

Students who have completed coursework at another college must submit official transcripts to Dallas College prior to registration so the credits can be evaluated.

Official test scores must be submitted directly through the testing agency’s website to Dallas College for evaluation. Accepted scores and submission instructions are available on the Credit-by-Examination page in the catalog.

Students can enroll in up to 18 credit hours per semester.

  • Student’s full name
  • Date of birth
  • Last four digits of Social Security number
  • Name of homeschool
  • Parent’s or legal guardian’s full name and signature
  • Class names, credits earned, final grades
  • Current GPA
  • Expected high school graduation date
  • Seal of notary public
Updated March 11, 2026