Pre-Admission Content Test (PACT)
College Credit Hour Admission Requirements
Applicants who do not have the minimum college credit hours for the certification they are seeking can still be considered within ResponsiveEd 180 EPP.
Applicants will need to demonstrate proficiency in the chosen content area by earning a passing score on the appropriate Pre-Admission Content Test (PACT) examination as specified in the figure provided in the linked Figure19 TAC §227.10(a)(4)(C) for the calendar year during which you are seeking admission. More information regarding the PACT exams and how to register can be accessed on the “Pre-Admission Content Test” page of the TEA website.
Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) Admission Requirements
Applicants who have lower GPAs (between 2.50 and 2.75) will still be considered for admission within ResponsiveEd 180 EPP. Our admissions team will review your overall GPA and your GPA for the last 60 credit hours completed within your Bachelor’s degree (and/or higher degree(s), if applicable).
For applicants who have a GPA between 2.50 and 2.75, they will need to demonstrate proficiency in the chosen content area by earning a passing score on the appropriate Pre-Admission Content Test (PACT) examination as specified in the figure provided in the linked Figure19 TAC §227.10(a)(4)(C) for the calendar year during which you are seeking admission. More information regarding the PACT exams and how to register can be accessed on the “Pre-Admission Content Test” page of the TEA website. The 180 Admissions Team will guide applicants in determining which PACT exam(s) to complete if required.