Frequently Asked Questions About Concurrent Enrollment

What is concurrent enrollment/dual credit?

Concurrent enrollment/dual credit means that students earn both high school and university credit for a course at the same time. Dual credit, concurrent enrollment, dual enrollment, and early college all mean the same thing in Idaho. Concurrent enrollment courses cost $75 per credit statewide. The courses appear on a high school and university/college transcript as soon as the student registers for a concurrent enrollment course.

Boise State Concurrent Enrollment courses are taught at the high school by high school instructors that have been approved by the university. Students and instructors use Boise State curriculum, texts, and grading scales. Classes are offered during the high school’s calendar year.

What are the benefits of taking Concurrent Enrollment courses?

There are several advantages to taking concurrent enrollment courses. Many of our students begin college with some credits already completed, giving them a valuable head start on their academic path. This early exposure helps ease the transition to college by familiarizing them with the expectations and workload of college-level classes. Additionally, students often feel more confident and prepared for higher education. Those who utilize concurrent enrollment courses benefit financially, paying only $75 per credit hour compared to the typical cost of over $400 per credit hour.

How much work should a student expect from a Concurrent Enrollment class?

Students who are curious about their courseload should keep in mind:

• Each instructor may choose different levels and types of homework.
• In general, a 3-credit course means the student is expected to be in class for a minimum of three hours a week with a minimum of three hours expected of homework for each credit each week (equaling to 45 total clock hours per credit – required via Idaho State Board of Education policy). This may translate differently in high school as not all concurrent enrollment courses are one semester long and students may be in class for longer than three hours a week.
• Some students may be stronger in some areas than others. An assignment may not take as much time as predicted or the student may have to work harder and spend more time on a topic if they are not as familiar with it.

Are Concurrent Enrollment credits transferable to other colleges and universities?

Concurrent enrollment/dual credit courses are accepted by all Idaho institutions of higher education and most accredited institutions outside the state. Idaho colleges/universities are accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

Students are strongly encouraged to consult with the college or university of their choice regarding how credits will transfer.

If you plan to attend Boise State after high school, view the Transfer Evaluation System (TES) to determine how your college credits from other institutions will transfer to Boise State. The TES will also show you how your Boise State credits will transfer to other institutions in and out of state. If you do not see the school or course you are looking for, it may not be in the database yet. Please contact the Boise State Registrar’s Office to verify if the course will transfer.

To learn how to transfer credits into Boise State from other institutions, visit the Boise State Admissions Official Transcripts web page.

If you plan to attend an Idaho public college or university, you can also visit the Idaho Course Transfer website to see how your courses will transfer. For more information on transfer credit equivalency, visit the Boise State Registrar’s Transfer Credit Basics web page.

How do I register for a Concurrent Enrollment course?

Visit our How to Register web page for details on how to register for Boise State concurrent enrollment courses at your high school.

For information on how to enroll in on-campus classes, visit our On-Campus/Online Option webpage.

What are the differences between the Concurrent Enrollment Program and Advanced Placement (AP) courses?

• Both offer challenging college-level course curriculum to high school students.
• Both are taught by qualified and approved high school instructors.
• Both offer potential for students to receive college recognition, including credit, placement, or advanced standing.
• Each has an associated cost. Concurrent enrollment courses are $75 per credit. AP exams are $95.
• Concurrent enrollment/dual credit students earn a letter grade and credit on a college transcript based on course performance and have access to college resources. Credits can be transferred to other colleges and universities, but this may vary by college/university.

Credit for Advanced Placement (AP) students earn a score on the AP exam administered in May each year. No course grade or transcript is generated, and students do not have access to college resources. Students can have test scores sent to their chosen college(s) for course equivalency which will vary by college. For exam scores of 3, 4, or 5, some universities award credit or waive a specific course. For certain courses with labs, the lecture portion of the course is all a college can accept. To find AP course equivalencies for Boise State, view the Boise State Registrar’s web page on Credit for Prior Learning.

What is IDLA?

The Idaho Digital Learning Alliance (IDLA) offers easily accessible online classes to students throughout the state. Our dedicated Idaho educators can help learners earn dual credits, enroll in subjects not currently offered at their schools, or simply provide more flexibility in their day-to-day education. Visit the IDLA website to learn more.

What is it like to take summer courses at Boise State?

Courses are condensed from the usual 15 weeks to three, five or seven weeks, requiring several hours of classwork and homework each day. These are regular college courses with undergraduate students, and no modifications will be made for concurrent enrollment students. Students will be responsible for providing their own transportation, textbooks, and supplies. However, the Concurrent Enrollment Program will provide students a free Summer Orientation prior to the start of summer courses to help students get familiar with campus, learn about on-campus resources, and get to know other high school students taking summer classes from across the Treasure Valley.

How do I drop a Concurrent Enrollment course?

To drop a concurrent enrollment course, please submit the Boise State Concurrent Enrollment Drop/Withdrawal Request form.

If the course is dropped before the term drop deadline, course fees will be refunded (if paid directly by the student) and there will be no impact on the student’s transcript. Additionally, there will be no impact on future use of Advanced Opportunities funding.

If the course is dropped AFTER the term drop deadline, students will not receive a refund and will have a withdrawal (W) recorded on their official Boise State transcript. If a student receives a W or F on a transcript for any course that Advanced Opportunities funding covered, future funding will be stopped until the student pays for and successfully earns credit for another course.

View important concurrent enrollment dates and deadlines for drop and withdrawal deadlines by term.

Please remember that high school and college registrations are separate. If students don’t submit a drop/withdrawal request to the Concurrent Enrollment Office, they will remain registered in our University system. If students do not complete the course they are enrolled in for University credit, a failing grade will be posted to their official transcript. A failing grade will impact future use of Advanced Opportunities funding. After dropping a course for college credit, students may still remain in the class for high school credit.

What should I plan on doing if I want to attend Boise State in the future?

Concurrent enrollment students interested in attending Boise State after high school graduation will need to submit an undergraduate application to the Boise State Admissions Office with their high school transcript. There is no application fee for Idaho high school students.

Students can apply online to Boise State through the Boise State Admissions Office website. For more information about application deadlines or to schedule a campus tour, visit the Boise State Admissions web page.

What if I do not enroll at Boise State once I graduate from high school?

If you decide to attend a college/university other than Boise State after high school graduation, you will need to contact the college/university you are interested in attending to learn how the courses you take as a Concurrent Enrollment student will transfer.

If you plan to attend an Idaho college/university, visit the Idaho CourseTransfer website to learn how courses will transfer.

What is Advanced Opportunities funding?

The State of Idaho through state funding provides every student attending an Idaho public school $4,625 and $2,500 for Idaho private school students attending an accredited high school to use towards eligible expenses in grades 7-12. The Advanced Opportunities funds can be used to explore, advance and gain experience in career fields and college and are used for overload courses, dual credits, exams, and workforce training.

How do I pay for my Boise State courses?

For students eligible and ineligible for Advanced Opportunities funding, you can directly pay Boise State course fees online through your myBoiseState account with a credit/debit card or electronic check once your registration is processed.

To pay online, log on to your myBoiseState account. Select “Student Center.” Navigate to the Finance Section in the Student Center tab, select “Make a Payment,” and follow the instructions. A convenience fee of 2.85% (minimum $3) will be added to all credit or debit payments. Bank account transactions are charged a $0.50 service charge. There is no fee for an electronic check.

For more on step-by-step instructions, visit the Make a Payment web page and How to Make a Payment YouTube video.

If I do not receive Advanced Opportunities funding, how do I make a payment online?

You can directly pay course fees online through your myBoiseState account with a credit/debit card or electronic check once your registration is processed.

To pay online, log on to your myBoiseState account. Select “Student Center.” Navigate to the Finance Section in the Student Center tab, select “Make a payment,” and follow the instructions. A convenience fee of 2.85% (minimum $3) will be added to all credit or debit card payments. Bank account transactions are charged a $0.50 service charge. There is no fee for an electronic check.

How do Concurrent Enrollment courses impact my financial aid or scholarship opportunities?

Concurrent Enrollment students do not qualify for financial aid. To qualify for federal grants and loans, the federal government requires students to have received a high school diploma or its equivalent. Once a student has graduated from high school any courses that a student has taken for concurrent credit will be included in their Satisfactory Academic Program calculation for financial aid purposes.

What is Form 1098-T and what should I do with it?

Colleges and universities are required by U.S. law each year to provide each student who is a “US person” for tax purposes with Form 1098-T, assisting students and their families in computing any tax credit or deduction they may be able to claim based on amounts they have spent for education. Students who are not eligible for Advanced Opportunities funding and have paid for their Concurrent Enrollment courses may be able to claim education tax credits. Many CEP students, however, use Advanced Opportunities funding to pay the tuition of their courses. In this case, one would not need to submit this form for tax purposes.

For general information on Form 1098-T and the related tax credits and deductions, you may also want to review information available on the IRS website (Publication 970 – Tax Benefits for Education). In addition, you may view Boise State’s Student Financial Services FAQ webpage for additional information on Form 1098-T.

How do I receive a receipt for my student account balance?

Students can get a receipt for the course fees they have paid by term by accessing a term summary report through their myBoiseState account. For instructions on how to create and print a report, view the Term Summary Report instruction guide provided by Boise State Student Financial Services.

What is myBoiseState and how do I access it?

MyBoiseState is your Boise State student account where you can enroll in courses, access Canvas, pay for courses, access your Bronco Mail, etc. You will receive an email containing your Boise State ID number and username after you enroll in your concurrent enrollment course. The Boise State Admissions Office will also send this information to new students by mail.

You will need your Boise State username to set your myBoiseState password and access Bronco Mail which is your student email account. BroncoMail provides access to Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, and Google Sites. View this resource for additional support.

After you register for a concurrent enrollment course, you will receive an email containing your Boise State ID number and username. New students will also receive this information by mail from the Boise State Admissions Office. You will need your username to set up your myBoiseState and BroncoMail accounts.

For details on how to access your myBoiseState account, visit the Access myBoiseState web page.

What is Microsoft Entra?

As of Nov. 11, Boise State transitioned to Microsoft Entra for multi-factor authentication. Multi-factor authentication adds another layer of security to our systems. It requires you to verify your identity using another method (like your mobile device) to prevent anyone else from logging into your accounts, even if they know your password. Visit the Microsoft Entra web page to view registration instructions. The Microsoft Authenticator app is the recommended method of enrollment.

What is FERPA and the Release of Information Form?

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) is a federal law that limits the amount of information we can release about students without their specific written permission.

If a parent or guardian would like to access information on their concurrent enrollment student including financial records, academic records, or admission records, the student must give their written consent. Students can give consent when they initially create their DualEnroll account to register for a Boise State concurrent enrollment course. If a student does not provide FERPA consent at this time, or if they would like to remove, change or add an individual to the release, they can complete the Boise State Registrar’s Release of Information Form found on the Boise State Registrar’s website.

What is Canvas?

Canvas is the learning management system used by Boise State, where students can access course content, submit assignments, check grades, and manage their courses. If you need help accessing your Boise State courses, visit the Access Your Course in Canvas web page.