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Dual Credit Billing Information

Helping Families Understand House Bill 8, Tuition Charges, and Billing Timelines

Important Billing Notice for Dual Credit

Due to requirements established by Texas House Bill 8 (HB 8), Kilgore College cannot finalize dual credit tuition charges until official student eligibility information is received from the State of Texas. As a result, final balances will not be available until much later in the semester. This process ensures that all eligible students receive any tuition assistance before charges are finalized.  Please check this website for status updates. 

TERM STATUS
Spring 2026 and Prior Semesters Billing Finalized, Payments Open
Summer 2026 Pending
Fall 2026 Pending

Understanding House Bill 8 (HB 8)

HB 8 changed the way dual credit tuition is funded in Texas. Some students attending public and charter schools may qualify for state-funded tuition assistance. The State of Texas determines eligibility and provides colleges with official data after the semester begins.

Note: HB 8 does not apply to homeschool and private school students.

Why Billing Takes Time

  • Students enroll in dual credit courses.
  • Kilgore College works with the high school to collect student information that is then sent to the State of Texas
  • The State of Texas provides HB 8 eligibility information.
  • Kilgore College verifies eligibility.
  • Student balances are reviewed and finalized.
  • Accounts are opened for payment towards the end of the semester.

DUAL CREDIT TUITION RATES

Students who qualify for HB 8 funding may have their tuition covered through state funding. Students who do not qualify will be charged the approved Kilgore College dual credit tuition rate.  See below for information for 2026-2027.  Please note this is a rate per credit hour.  Most college classes are three or four credit hours. 

SCHOOL RATE PER CREDIT HOUR
Public and Charter School
In-District
Out-of-District
$60.10
$60.10
Homeschool and Private School *
In-District
Out-of-District
$72.00
$135.20

* Fees are subject to change. Chart for Homeschool and Private School does not include certain special course fees and other fees.

Note: Some school districts may also cover part or all of a student's tuition costs.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Kilgore College makes it easy to manage and pay your student account. Choose the payment option that works best for you, whether that’s making a secure online payment through AccessKC or visiting one of our Cashier’s Office locations. Review the options below to get started.

Pay Online

Pay Online allows students to make secure payments toward their account balance 24/7 through Kilgore College's online payment system, powered by Transact. Payments can be made from any internet-connected device using debit cards, major credit cards, e-checks, 529 plans or international payment options.

How to Pay

  • Log in to your AccessKC portal (below).
  • Access your student account.
  • Review your finalized balance.
  • Submit payment using an approved payment method.
LOG IN HERE TO ACCESSKC TO PAY YOUR BILL

Pay In Person

Students may pay in person at the Cashier's Office in Kilgore, located on the west end of the Devall Student Center, or at the Cashier's Office on the KC-Longview campus in the Hendrix Building.

Cashier's Office in Kilgore

Phone: (903) 983-8108
Devall Student Center (DEVAL), 1st Floor

Cashier's Office in Longview

Phone: (903) 236-2055
KC-Longview Hendrix Building (LVHDX)

Email: cashier@kilgore.edu

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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Why can't I see my balance at the beginning of the semester?
    The college must wait for official HB 8 eligibility information from the State of Texas.
  • My student qualifies for free or reduced lunch. Will tuition be covered?
    The State of Texas determines eligibility and provides colleges with an official list of eligible students.
  • Is the balance showing in my account final?
    Not necessarily. Balances may change until all eligibility and district payments have been applied. Please check this webpage for updated information regarding when balances are finalized.
Parent Resources

Dual Credit Homepage

AccessKC Student Portal