Math Developmental Studies

Completed the Math portion of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment? We are ready to guide you on your path to success.

You are required to participate in TCC’s Math Developmental Studies program if you have not met college readiness standards on the Math part of the TSI Assessment.

Course Placement

Your TSI Math scores determine your placement in our Developmental Math program.

Your 2 Mathematics scores:

College Readiness Classification (CRC) Score
Diagnostic Level

Step 1: Meet with an advisor

Schedule an appointment with an advisor to talk about your options. Your advisor will be able to help make sure you take the right pathway and the correct math courses.

We offer 2 pathways in Math: Algebraic and Non-Algebraic.

Your TSI scores, your goals, and the institution where you plan to transfer determine the Math Pathway you will take. Save time and money by taking the math courses that fit your degree requirements and career plans.

Step 2: Find Your TSI Scores and Determine Your Math Courses

Use your CRC Score to find the right math courses for you.

CRC Score: 910-949 and Diagnostic Level 1-2

Enroll in MATH 0190 Adult Education Math.

MATH–0190 is a free course that reviews basic math skills. This includes basic arithmetic operations, percents, and equations.

In this course, you will:

Use flexible online exercises
Work at your own pace
Skip math skills you already have
Have access to a teacher if you need help

In Math-0190, you will earn a grade of Credit (CR) or No Credit (NC). You must complete the course with a grade of CR to take co-requisite courses.

CRC Score: 910-949 and Diagnostic Level 3

Enroll in one of the following co-requisite options:

You will take a required college-level math course and a co-requisite math course at the same time. The extra hour of class develops your math skills. This 4-hour approach helps you succeed in your transferable college-level math course.

You will have finished your math requirement if:

You successfully completed MATH–1332 Contemporary Mathematics or MATH–1342 Elementary Statistical Methods
and
Your program of study is in one of the following areas:
- Liberal Arts, Fine Arts & Humanities
- Social Sciences & Social Services
- Nursing & some Health Professions*

*Check your degree or certificate program to determine required math courses.