Class Preparation

A student enrolled in Stephenville High School may earn college credit in a variety of ways.  One way to earn college credit is by taking Advanced Placement courses and taking the AP Examinations in the spring.  Stephenville High School offers the following courses: AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition,  AP Government & Politics, AP U.S. History, AP Spanish Language and AP World History.  Students must earn a score of 3 or higher on an examination to be awarded credit for college hours.  The student should check with the college/university about awarding credit. 

Another way to earn college credit is by taking dual credit courses.  Stephenville High School currently offers dual credit courses through Tarleton State University and Ranger Community College.  The following courses are offered:  Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, U. S. History, PreCalculus, and English 4.

A third way to earn college credit is through  ACT or SAT testing.  Colleges award credit based on test scores.  Students should check with the college/university about awarding credit.

The high school curriculum is built with college in mind. SISD recommends the following coursework in high school: