ECP Program Brochure (pdf) - Idaho State University

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orange guide to
early college
Idaho State University
Early College Program
921 S. 8th Avenue, Stop 8062
Pocatello, Idaho 83209
Phone: (208) 282-6067
Fax: (208) 282-5894
Email: ecp@isu.edu
Website: earlycollege.isu.edu

early college
*
High School students should discuss Early College Program enrollment
possibilities with parents and high school counselors before making a
decision to participate. Both advantages and challenges are involved
with enrolling for early college credit. ISU college credits and grades
earned are recorded on a permanent college transcript.
Course
Option
Location
Instructor
Option Summary
Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4 Option 5 Option 6
*** Academic
course taught on
the high school
campus
High school
campus
High school
instructor as
approved ISU
adjunct faculty
*** Tech prep
course taught on
the high school
campus
High school campus
High school
instructor
*** Academic
course taught
on at ISU
campus or
center
ISU campus or
center
*** Distance
learning course
delivered to the high
school campus or an
ISU Rural Distance
Learning Site.
** High school
campus
Outreach centers
*** Academic
course taught
online
Advanced Placement course
taught on the high school
campus. Passing score on
end-of-the-year exam needed
to earn credit is determined
by receiving institution/dept.
Grade is recorded as an “S”
(satisfactory)
** Web-based High school campus
ISU faculty ISU faculty ISU faculty High school instructor
We recommend careful consideration by students and parents before
ISU Credit
Hour Fee
* Reduced fee
of $65 per credit
* Transcripting fee
of $15 per credit
* Reduced fee
of $212 per
credit
* Reduced fee of
$65 per credit.
Space available
* Reduced fee of
$65 per credit.
Space available
* AP exam fee (see high
school counselor)
making the choice to register for college-level work. Students enrolled
* Fees are subject to change.
in an ISU course either on or off-campus may obtain a Bengal Photo ID
card and access many, but not all, of the privileges enjoyed by full-fee
paying students.
** Degree-seeking college
students have first priority for
registration in both Web-based
and distance learning courses.
Check with the Early College
Program office (208) 282-6067
or your high school counselor
concerning available seats for
registration, online or distance
learning at reduced fees.
Various course offerings are available to
high school students
• Idaho State University approved courses
taught on the high school campus
• Tech Prep courses
• Idaho State University courses taught on the ISU campus
• Distance learning and Web courses
Students participating within the Early College Program may take any
ISU course for which they have met the prerequisites.
* Low grades, withdrawals, and excess
elective courses not needed for your
degree plan should be avoided since any
of them could have an impact on your
eligibility for financial aid once you enter
the university as a full-time student.
*** Letter grade is earned based
on assignments and test scores
throughout the term.
Choices and Eligibility:
Students who are ready for a challenge
may choose to earn credit toward
high school graduation, get an early
start on their college education and
experience savings in both time and
money by participating in the Early
College Program. Students must be
academically qualified and ready for the
personal responsibility and extra work
involved in taking a college-level course
before high school graduation. Reduced
fees at various levels are offered
depending upon the option chosen by
a student. Discover your capabilities,
gain confidence and enhance your study
skills by accepting this greater challenge
before completing high school.
• AP courses/CLEP exams
High School Students Must...
• Have a 3.00 high school GPA (for students taking
academic courses).
• Be at least 16 years old (at start of semester), or have
successfully completed at least one-half of the high
school graduation requirements as certified by the high
school.
• Students must sign the registration/payment form.
A parent must sign the Early College Program Parent/
Guardian Permission form once. By signing this form,
a parent or guardian grants permission for the student
to continue enrolling in dual credit classes as long as
they are eligible, unless otherwise directed in writing.
• A counselor, principal or another administrator must sign
a class roster or registration form in the case of oncampus
classes. This signature verifies the student is
ready for college-level work.

Frequently Asked
Questions:
General Education Goals
and Degree Requirements:
Are high school students eligible for
federal financial grants or loans?
No. The federal government requires students to
have a high school diploma, or equivalent, to be
eligible for federal grants or loans.
All Idaho State University degree-seeking
students must fulfill departmental, general
education, and university requirements to
graduate in their particular field of study. The
How do I register for courses?
High school students must complete an Early
College Program registration form. Register
online at earlycollege.isu.edu in the Registration
general education requirements are organized
into 12 goals: three in the skills areas of
writing, speaking and mathematics, and nine in
content areas.
section. Select the correct index number for the
location where the class is taught. Early College
ISU’s goals for major and departmental
Program Registration Request forms are also
available at high school counselor offices at the
program office on the Pocatello campus and at
requirements can be found in the university
catalog.
ISU-Idaho Falls Student Services.
Some general education courses are common
Where can I attend classes?
In addition to the classes offered in high schools
in the region, students may take classes on the
main campus in Pocatello, or at campus outreach
centers in Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, and other
locations. Distance learning is an option through
our rural network.
Will dual credits earned be
accepted at other universities and
colleges?
Credits are transferable to Idaho colleges and
universities and most other institutions outside
the state. A limited number of institutions do not
accept college credits earned on a high school
campus or classes taken for both high school
and college credit. Students are responsible
for checking with an admissions counselor at a
college where they plan to enroll after high school
graduation to see if their dual credits will be
accepted.
How much will a course cost?
All qualified high school students receive
a partial fee waiver from ISU. Reduced
course fees differ depending upon the
delivery method and number of credits
awarded for the course. See the chart
on page 2 for the cost per credit hour.
Some courses, such as biological science
courses, also have a laboratory fee.
Students must pay lab fees and purchase
textbooks and other materials needed for
courses held on the college campus, at
distance learning sites, or via the Web.
How do I obtain a Bengal Card?
Once your fees are paid, go to the Public
Safety building on the Pocatello campus
(208) 282-3618 or the Bennion Student
Union building on the Idaho Falls campus
(208) 282-7811.
What are my ISU student
privileges as an Early College
student?
High school students who are paying
reduced fees are eligible for use of the
library, access to tutors at the Center
for Teaching and Learning (282-3662
in Pocatello/282-7925 in Idaho Falls),
check cashing, limited ASISU activities
and free movies on the Pocatello campus
If I want to attend ISU on a fulltime,
degree-seeking basis after
high school graduation, what do I
need to do?
You will need to make sure all admissions
items including the application for
admission and application fee, official
high school transcript and ACT or SAT
scores are submitted to the ISU Office of
Admissions. Go to apply.isu.edu to submit
your application on-line. Please submit all
information and your application fee by
FEBRUARY 15 of your senior year if you wish
to be considered for academic scholarships.
Mailing address: ISU Admissions, 921 S 8 th
Avenue, Stop 8270, Pocatello ID 83209-8270
How do I obtain transcripts
to send to another college or
university?
Once you know your grades have been
recorded, go to transcripts.isu.edu and follow
the instructions. Official transcripts cost $5
each. You can print an unofficial transcript
or check your grades by going to MyISU and
logging into your portal.
Who do I call to arrange a
campus tour?
We invite prospective students for a campus
tour. Please call Recruitment Services at
to all majors, such as English composition
and speech, while other majors have
specific requirements that fulfill both general
education and are part of a specific degree
plan. Students who plan to apply to other
colleges and universities should review general
education goals and courses needed at their
intended destination.
Contacts:
Pocatello
Idaho State University
Early College Program
921 S. 8th Avenue, Stop 8057
Pocatello, ID 83209-8057
Fax: (208) 282-4511
ecp@isu.edu
Barbara Bishop
Director - Early College Program
(208) 282-6067 or (208) 282-2633
Suzanne Peck
Adm. Asst. - Early College
(208) 282-6067
Ann Marie Corbridge
Program Coordinator - Tech Prep
(208) 282-4663
Brynn McCarthy
Adm. Asst. - Tech Prep
(208) 282-3941
Debra Ronneberg
College of Technology Student Services
(208) 282-2622
Idaho Falls
Susan Morris
University Place - Bennion Center
1784 Science Center Drive
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
(208) 282-7800
Gina Hartgraves
Rural Distance Learning Network
(208) 282-7838
Meridian
Danessa Miyasako
Recruitment Specialist
ISU-Meridian Health Science Center
(208) 373-1751
Ali Crane
Director, Enrollment and Student
Services
ISU-Meridian Health Science Center
(208) 373-1706
Kevin McCarthy
Tech Prep-Meridian/Boise
1311 East Central Dr.
(guests $2). Student rates at the Craft
Shop, games area, Outdoor Program and
Wilderness Rental Center are also available.
An additional fee per ISU term for the use
(208) 282-2122 or submit a request at www.
isu.edu/enroll/visitisu.shtml.
Gina Hartgraves
Rural Distance Learning Network
(208) 282-7838
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 373-1798
of Reed Gym is required. Contact Campus
Recreation at 282-4854 for information.

current
early college
course information
Current Early College course information (not offered at every high school and subject to minimum enrollment requirements)
Goals listed are for ISU programs.
BIOL 101/102 with labs - 4 credits each
(General Biology I and II)
CHEM 111 and Lab - 4 credits with lab
(General Chemistry I)
COMM 101 - 3 credits (Principals of Speech)
ENGL 101 - 3 credits (English Composition)
ENGL 110 - 3 credits (Introduction to Literature)
FREN, GERM, SPAN 101 and 102 - 4 credits each
(Elementary I and II)
BIOL 101 fulfills Goal 4 - Biological Science for science majors and any other major if
student chooses to enroll. (BIOL 100 may be taken once student begins full-time college
for non-science, non-health professions majors). BIOL 102 (prerequisite is 101) required
for some science majors.
Partially fulfills Goal 5 - Physical Science. Student must complete CHEM 112 to fulfill this
goal.
Fulfills Goal 2 - Speech
Partially fulfills Goal 1 - English Composition required for all degrees. Students must also
complete ENGL 102 to fulfill goal.
One choice that fulfills Goal 7 - Literature
Eight credits fulfill Goal 10B - Foreign Language
*
For more information:
Contact the Early College Program at
(208) 282-6067, email ecp@isu.edu.,
Or check out the web site at
earlycollege.isu.edu
HIST 101 - 3 credits each (Foundations of Europe)
HIST 111, 112, 118 - 3 credits each (US History)
MATH 170 - 4 credits (Calculus I)
MATH 253 - 3 credits (Introduction to Statistics)
MUSC 100 - 3 credits (Introduction to Music)
PHYS 111-112 - 3 credits each
(General Physics I and II)
POLS 101 - 3 credits
(Introduction to American Government)
One choice that fulfills Goal 10A - Culture other than the U.S.
Any one course fulfills Goal 9 - US History and Culture
Fulfills Goal 3 - Mathematics - Required for majors in: Math, Statistics, all Engineering
degrees, Computer Science, Chemistry, Economics, Physics, Biochemistry, Secondary
Math Education, Geology
Fulfills Goal 3 - Mathematics - Required for 11 majors including Nursing, Dental Hygiene,
and other health professions, along with others. Recommended for some other majors.
One choice that fulfills Goal 6 - Fine Arts
Partially fulfills Goal 5 - Physical Science. Student must complete one credit labs for each
to fulfill goal (labs not available at high school)
One choice that fulfills Goal 11 - Political/Economic Organization
Possible elective courses available at some schools (may not be every year): CFS 120 - Personal Economics; ENGR 120 - Introduction to
Engineering; PE 243 - anatomical foundations of human activity (This course is a study of the human body structure, but it does not fulfill the BIOL 301
- 302 anatomy and physiology requirement for nursing and other health professions major. The course is designed for health and physical education
students and serves as an introduction to anatomy); POLS 202 - Introduction to Politics; MUSC 102 - Elements of Music; PE 222 - First Aid, CPR and Sport
Safety; HCA 110 - Introduction to Allied Health Professions, and HCA 210 - Intro to Medical Terminology. Additional general education and elective credits
may be offered based upon course and instructor approval.