Here’s How It Works

Begin by watching the video (below) to get a sense of how this unique program works.
Once you have watched the video, scroll down to get a closer look at our program fee options and credit for prior learning approach.
As a next step, make sure you click on the “Emphasis Areas” page to see options for how to focus your gap year.
When you are ready to get started, your $50 deposit will initiate an appointment with a gap year advisor.

Bronco Gap Year Program Overview

Program Fee Options

You can choose between a 1 or 2 semester experience. If you sign up for a 2-semester experience, you can either extend your pathway or choose a new one.

Worried about the program fee? We have a limited number of scholarships available. Learn more here.

Spring 2021

1-semester program

Program fee: $750

Program dates: January 18^th – April 30^th
Enroll by January 15th at midnight

Fall 2021

1-semester program

Program fee: $750

Program dates: August 23rd – December 17th
Enroll by August 16th

Fall 2021-Spring 2022

2-semester program

Program fee: $1250

Program dates: August 23rd – May 2nd

Important Information About Credits

Bronco Gap Year was designed to be as accessible and affordable as possible.

That means:

You do not have to be admitted to Boise State or enrolled in classes in order to participate in Bronco Gap Year. Anyone can participate.
Bronco Gap Year does not have any courses that you enroll in. By moving away from a tuition-based approach, we were able to lower our program fee.

How do the credits actually work?

Since you are not taking official Boise State or Bronco Gap Year courses, we use Boise State’s Credit for Prior Learning system to award credit at the end of your gap year experience. We use the portfolio approach, and we waive the $75 review fee.
Your advisor and mentors will help you make a plan for gaining Boise State credit. In order to receive the credit, you would enroll as a Boise State student after your gap year experience ends.
Credits transfer into Boise State as general electives.
If you are not planning on attending Boise State, your Coursera courses and gap year experiences will need to be reviewed by your university. You should contact their Registrar’s office to learn about their Credit for Prior Learning process.