Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO)
PSEO allows 10th-, 11th-, and 12th-grade students to earn both high school and college credit by completing college level courses at participating institutions. Most courses are offered on college campuses, while some are available online.
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Eligibility:
- 11th and 12th Graders: Can enroll full- or part-time.
- 10th Graders: May take one Career and Technical Education (CTE) course if they score “meets” or “exceeds” on the 8th-grade MCA reading test or an equivalent assessment. A grade of C or higher allows them to take more courses.
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Costs:
- Tuition, books, and required course fees are covered.
- Students may incur costs for items they keep (e.g., equipment) or for unreturned textbooks.
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Deadlines:
- Schools must provide PSEO information to students in grades 8–11 by March 1.
- Students must notify their district of intent to enroll by May 30 each year.
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Transportation Assistance:
- Funds may be available to cover transportation costs for eligible students attending courses on college campuses.
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Graduation Requirements:
- PSEO courses must meet high school graduation requirements. Districts decide how credits apply to subject areas and standards. Disputes can be appealed to the Minnesota Commissioner of Education.
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Access and Participation:
- PSEO students retain access to high school activities, facilities, and resources (e.g., computers) during school hours.
- Postsecondary institutions must offer online course enrollment consistent with their policies.
Additional Notes:
- Districts must publish grade-weighting policies and list eligible weighted courses annually.
- For full program details, visit the Minnesota Department of Education’s PSEO webpage.