TXST Local – Dallas College is a concurrent enrollment program that allows you to earn a TXST bachelor's degree for less. Dedicated TXST faculty and staff at Dallas College ensure you can complete your degree in one place. But if you do visit the TXST campus in San Marcos, you'll still have access to all the same perks of TXST campus life, from student events to games and more.
TXST Local – Dallas College
LEARN ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS
Fall 2025
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Information Systems (AI Development Concentration)
This program provides a specialized and highly marketable education in information systems with a focus on the development of artificial intelligence systems.
Fall 2025
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Information Systems (Business Analytics Concentration)
An academic program that specializes in providing a leading-edge, highly marketable information systems education with a focus on business data and analytics.
How TXST Local Works
Step 1: Choose from several degree program options
Step 2: Contact TXSTLocal_Dallas@txstate.edu for specific information
Step 3: Apply for admission at Dallas College and TXST
Step 4: Enroll in courses at Dallas College and TXST
Note About International Enrollment
International students who require an F1 visa to enroll are not eligible for enrollment in these programs at this time. There are plans for this restriction to be lifted in the future.
About Dallas College
Dedicated to empowering students and communities, Dallas College Richland Campus in North Dallas serves over 20,000 students annually with a wide range of academic programs.
Co-Enrollment Pathways
Co-enrollment pathways help you select coursework to make progress on your selected associate and bachelor's degrees at the TXST Local Co-Enrollment Program at the Dallas College Richland Campus.
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance (.docx)
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Information Systems (AI Development Concentration) (.docx)
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Information Systems (Business Analytics Concentration) (.docx)
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management (.docx)
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing (.docx)
Frequently Asked Questions
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About the program
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What is the concurrent enrollment program?
TXST’s concurrent program allows students to enroll at two schools simultaneously and earn college credit toward their associate and bachelor’s degrees. Students can start and finish both degrees at the community college.
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What are the advantages of the concurrent enrollment program?
Students can earn a bachelor’s degree from Texas State University without leaving their community college. Students will also save thousands in overall tuition while still benefitting from all the perks of being a TXST student and receiving full support from both schools to keep them on the right track.
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What is not included in the concurrent enrollment program?
TXST degree programs that are 100% online are not included in this concurrent enrollment program.
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Will the bachelor’s degree be awarded from Texas State University?
Yes, students will be awarded a bachelor’s degree from Texas State University and students will earn an associate degree at the same time from Dallas College.
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Can students meet with a TXST advisor?
Yes, students can meet with a TXST Regional Coordinator online or at the community college—whichever works best for them.
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When does the concurrent enrollment program begin?
The concurrent enrollment program begins Fall 2025.
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Are international students eligible for these programs?
At this time, the appropriate approvals are not in place to allow international students needing F1 visas to participate in the co-enrollment model. Texas State University is currently seeking the approval for international students needing an F1 visa to be able to enroll in these programs, and once it is granted by the Department of Homeland Security, the restriction will be lifted. There is no timeline at this moment on when approval will be granted.
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Financial aid and scholarships
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How will financial aid work?
A student will apply for financial aid at only one school via the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Enrollment at both schools will be combined to determine a student’s financial aid eligibility, and students will be responsible for paying their registration bill at each school.
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Are there any financial incentives?
Yes. After earning 60 credit hours, students in the concurrent enrollment program will receive a $4,000 TXST Local Award. The award will be disbursed $1,000 per semester for up to four consecutive semesters or the earning of a bachelor’s degree (whichever comes first).
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Admissions
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Do students need to apply for admission at both schools?
Yes, students need to apply and be admitted to both schools and can apply through Apply Texas or The Common Application. On your TXST application, select a program that is offered by TXST at Dallas College. Students should meet with their TXST Regional Coordinator to confirm course readiness for concurrent enrollment before applying.
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Where do students send official copies of their transcripts and test scores?
Students should send this information to both schools. Each school must have official copies of all transcripts and test scores.
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Apply Now
To start your journey to a Texas State bachelor's degree at Dallas College, submit applications to both colleges today.