The TSIA2 is a pass/fail test, so the only score that matters is one that allows you to pass. There are at least two ways to pass each exam. Passing Scores for TSIA English Language Arts and Reading College Readiness Classification (CRC) score of at least 945 and an essay score of at least [...]

The TSIA2 is not a particularly hard test in comparison to the more popular ACT and SAT college admissions exams. In particular, the fact that it is untimed and can be taken an infinite number of times makes it significantly less stressful than the ACT or SAT. However, it may be difficult for you if [...]

Most students take the TSIA2 in the spring of their sophomore year in preparation for dual credit courses their junior year. However, students can technically take the TSIA2 anytime and as often as they want so long as they complete it before they enroll in a Texas college. Because TSIA2 scores are good for five [...]

Yes, most Texas students actually take the ACT or SAT instead of the TSIA2. For 2021-2022 academic year, 243,410 students took the SAT and 84,822 took the ACT, but only 50,269 took the TSIA2. You are exempt from taking the TSIA2 with the following scores:ACT Test Minimum Scores for TSIA2 ExemptionEnglish & Writing - combined [...]

Technically, any student wanting to enroll in a Texas college, including for dual enrollment during high school, would take the TSIA2. However, only about 35% of graduating Texas seniors actually take the TSIA2 during their high school career. The low percentage is because there are many ways (exemptions) to get out of taking the [...]

TSIA2 stands for the Texas Success Initiative Assessment, version 2. Launched in 2021, the TSIA2 is computer-adapted test taken by Texas high school students in order to enroll in a Texas college, including dual enrollment courses taken during high school. The TSIA2 is the assessment test created to support the Texas Success Initiative (TSI). The [...]