The EDGE Dual Credit Program will begin in the 2026-27 school year and allow students to complete the full 44-hour Texas Core Curriculum before high school graduation, according to a district news release.
“At Frisco ISD, we’re constantly exploring new and innovative paths to help students build their futures,” said Christy Fiori, chief academic officer, in the release “Collin College has met that vision with a dynamic option that not only prepares students to be collaborators and critical thinkers, but will save families on tuition and ensure students are truly ready for the demands of college.”
About the program
EDGE stands for “Experiential, Dual Credit, Growth and Exploration,” and the program will focus on project-based learning where students address complex challenges, the release states.
Course programs are set for 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Collin College’s Frisco campus. Families must provide their own transportation for the program.
Tuition per credit hour is $67, which is a significant cost saving compared to traditional four-year colleges, the release states. Students who live in Denton County will receive the same in-county rates as Collin County students. Students who qualify for the district’s free and reduced lunch program are eligible for free tuition.
Some context
Launching the Collin EDGE programs coincides with phasing out the four-semester UNT North Texas Now! program, which began in 2020. Students currently enrolled in the program will be able to complete the program, but no new students will be enrolled, the release states.
Next steps
The program application is open now until Feb. 12. For more information on the program, student expectations and course offerings, visit www.friscoisd.org/departments/dual-credit/collin-edge-program/home.
