Bronco Family Resources
If you are a family member or parent of a first-year, transfer, or non-traditional student preparing to attend Boise State, our Bronco Family Resources are for you. The best way to stay connected is through the Boise State Parent & Family Association!
First-year students are provided pre-orientation checklists to best prepare for their orientation program.

In This Section:
Bronco Card (Student ID)?
A Bronco Card is a student’s key to campus life! Learn more about what to use it for and how students get one.
Finances and Bill Pay?
Learn more about Student Financial Services, including information on:
- Making payments on your student’s account
- Signing up for a payment plan
- How to become an authorized user to make a payment on your student’s account they need to set you up as an authorized user.
- Scheduling 1:1 Consults
Financial Aid?
Learn more about:
- How to apply for aid
- Important forms
- Scholarship information
- Deadlines/important dates
Still have questions? Book an appointment with a financial aid counselor.
Parking and Transportation?
Parking permits are available after students register for classes at Boise State!
parkingquestions@boisestate.edu
Housing and Dining?
Learn more about Housing and Dining including information on:
- Move-In Day
- Health Guidelines
- Buying a meal plan
- Changing your meal plan
- Room assignments
- And more!
What is FERPA?
The Family Educational Right and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects a student’s records. To see a student’s academic or financial records they must authorize you via a Release of Information.
The Parent Alcohol Handbook
It can be challenging talking to your student about their alcohol use. Studies have shown that students are at a higher risk for binge drinking if they perceive that their parents are okay with their drinking behaviors. This handbook provides specific talking points and information for having these conversations.