In a groundbreaking initiative designed to enhance educational opportunities and prepare students for future success, Texas State University (TXST) and San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District (SMCISD) are thrilled to announce the launch of a new dual credit program for 11th and 12th-grade students. This forward-thinking partnership, envisioned by TXST President Dr. Kelly Damphousse and SMCISD Superintendent Dr. Michael Cardona, aims to provide local high school students with the opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school, setting them on a path to true college and career readiness.

The partnership between TXST and SMCISD is designed to offer students a unique educational experience by allowing them to take advanced courses at Texas State University. This initiative will provide students with access to higher education resources, faculty expertise, and a college-level curriculum that is both challenging and enriching. This dual credit program represents just the beginning of a broader vision to expand student opportunities in the coming years.