College Before Graduation

This program is designed for students in the 9th through 12th grades.

In order to truly save time and money, you will need to plan strategically so that your credits not only transfer but also apply to future academic or industry requirements. Learn more about transferability. 

Here's information and links to courses that are guaranteed to transfer to any public Colorado college or university. For the student interested in preparing for ASCENT or getting a head start on college general education requirements, here is a checklist to track progress.

Many students save lots of money by getting their Associate's Degree at a Community College before transferring to a 4-year University in Colorado. To get started while in high school, learn more about the Statewide Transfer Articulation Agreements for various degrees. 

Classes must be aligned with the student's ICAP.  Based on documented student need, at this time remedial courses may be approved for 12th graders only. 

Audited courses (courses taken for "No Credit) will not be approved

Per the legislative guidelines, BVSD pays only the local community college tuition rate (after College Opportunity Fund (COF) is applied), regardless of which college or university the student attends. For example, tuition for approved courses taken at Front Range Community College are fully covered, but families are responsible for the additional tuition costs of University of Colorado, Boulder.

Additionally, families will need to cover the cost of fees and books associated with the college-level course. Please note that many institutions are no longer mailing a bill, but providing it on the online student account.

It is the responsibility of the family to reimburse the District in a timely fashion for the prepaid tuition costs and any other financial assistance should the student either register and take a course that was not approved or earn in the approved college course/s a grade of “D”, “F”, "I", or “W”. Payment plans can be set up if needed.

Families who have a significant financial hardship and are unable to pay the additional tuition, fees, textbook and/or transportation costs associated with the college course/s may apply to the District to seek financial assistance. Financial assistance is limited.

A student will first meet with their counselor to discuss the appropriateness of taking college level courses. These courses must align with the student’s ICAP. The proper forms must be completed and submitted (see checklist for Front Range Community College or University of Colorado). The district will provide final approval to all courses. 

Students receiving a "D", "F", "I", or "W" in prior college courses will not be allowed to continue the program.

A student may take 2 college courses a semester. Exceptions will made for CTE programs that require more than 2 courses a semester. Other exceptions may be made with the counselor and building administrator’s recommendation. Each CBG student must be a full-time BSVD student to be eligible for the program.  They must take five (5) or more total courses per semester, or 12 credits at the college level. 

No. Placement into a course is determined by the college and may require a placement test or approval from an instructor.

Also, students are allowed into courses on a space-available basis. Please register for your courses as soon as the college allows. See the calendar here. CU does not open their course registration to High School students until shortly before courses begin.

Yes. Please consult with your counselor. These courses need to be approved by completing the appropriate forms by March 15.

BVSD pays the tuition for the courses after the withdraw deadline. If you are not sure what your portion of the bill is, please contact the college.