
Boise State University is committed to increasing student success, responding to the educational needs of its community, and addressing limited financial resources. To that end, we are pleased to announce our new Finish in 4: Four-Year Graduation Guarantee.
The Program
- Designed to encourage and assist students in timely 4 year graduation.
- Freshmen students sign an agreement to participate.
- Students are assigned an academic advisor who assists with academic planning, course registration, and career guidance.
- Boise State University ensures course availability is not a limiting factor in graduating in four years.
- All majors are eligible with the exception of a few due to curriculum demands and department structures (92 percent of programs participating).
- No penalty for students withdrawing from the program.
- Boise State University assumes tuition responsibility for required course(s) needed for degree completion if not available as per agreement.
The Benefits to Students
- Stay on track academically: The written four-year course plan outlines which classes to take and when to take them to graduate in four years.
- Acceleration into job market or advanced education: The sooner the degree completed, the sooner the long-term career begins.
- Saves money: Additional semesters of classes, especially when taking 12 credits or less add up.
- Opportunities for Educational Enrichment: Pre-plan study abroad programs, internships/practica, service learning experiences and summer school enrollment.
- Rewarding academic focus: Earning 32 credits a year (summers can be included) and maintaining good academic standing ensures a first-class intellectual experience.
