PSEO

All sophmore, junior, and senior high school students may be eligible for post-secondary enrollment options with the following:

• Students with a GPA below 2.6 will be required to take the reading Accuplacer test
• Students with a GPA below 2.0 will be required to submit a letter of recommendation from a high school counselor, principle or instructor that specifically outlines the applicant's readiness for coursework.
• Eligible sophomores:
  • If the student has taken the 8th grade MN Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) Reading, they must submit proof of a passing score (high school transcript).
  • May only enroll in one Career and Technical Education (CTE) course during a semester. If the student earns a “C” or higher grade in this first course, they are eligible to take additional CTE and general education courses the following semester with approval from their high school counselor.

Updated Testing Guidelines

Colleges and universities shall use one or more of the following placement measures to determine a student’s course placement within reading, writing, and mathematics:

1. Eligible ACT, SAT, and/or MCA scores

1. All validity windows apply as outlined within System Procedure 3.3.1.

and/or

2. Cumulative high school grade point average (HS GPA)

1. Reading & Writing: A student who presents a high school GPA of 2.6 or higher must be given a placement of college-level that allows for enrollment in courses that designate college-level reading and writing skills as a prerequisite. A college or university may establish lower minimum high school GPA score(s) for placement into developmental reading courses. A college or university may establish higher minimum score(s) for placement into a higher-level reading and writing course(s).
2. Math: A student who presents a high school GPA of 2.8 or higher and has completed one full year of high school Algebra II, with a grade of "C" or higher must be given a placement of college-level that allows for enrollment in any college-level math class.
   
   A college or university may establish lower minimum high school GPA score(s) for placement into introductory college-level mathematics courses other than College Algebra and for developmental mathematics courses. A college or university may establish higher minimum score(s) for placement into a higher-level mathematics course(s).
3. For purposes of course placement, high school GPA is valid for a period of up to 10 years from the date of high school graduation or, if the student has not yet graduated, from the date submitted.

and/or

3. Eligible ACCUPLACER scores (i.e., Classic or Next Generation ACCUPLACER).

1. Scores already on file may be used. All benchmarks and validity windows apply as outlined within System Procedure 3.3.1.

Course Information

• PSEO students are able to register for any courses that they meet the prerequisite for, including online courses.

1. Learn about the Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) program
2. Meet with your High School Counselor to see if PSEO is the right fit for you and determine whether you meet the eligibility requirements
3. Apply to Hennepin Technical College
   Indicate that you are currently in high school, your expected graduation date, and select the Post Secondary Enrollment Options application type (PSEO applicants will not be charged an application fee, and will not be admitted to Hennepin Tech until required steps are completed)
4. Complete sections 1 and 2 of the current PSEO Notice of Student Registration (MN Dept of Education form) and submit the signed form to the PSEO Coordinator.
   
   Please note:

   • We are updating the process for completing the Notice of Student Registration Form for PSEO students.
     • After submitting an application, PSEO students will receive an email at their Hennepin Tech email address with a link to the digital form.
     • Students will complete their section of the form with their parent/guardian. Once submitted, the form will automatically be sent to the student's high school counselor to complete their portion.
     • After both sections are completed, the form will route for signatures in the following order:
       1. Student
       2. Parent/Guardian
       3. High School Counselor
     • Once all signatures are collected, the form will be sent to the PSEO Coordinator for final review, input, and signature
   • A new form is required each semester
5. Submit your Official High School Transcript
   
   Please note: Home schooled students must also submit an Immunization Verification eForm
6. Submit MCA and/or ACT test scores. Your high school transcripts may also be used to determine placement.
7. Complete the mandatory online orientation
8. Register for classes!

Communication

• If parents and/or guardians wish to communicate with the PSEO Coordinator and Hennepin Tech faculty and staff, the student MUST complete the Consent to Release Information form.

Program Costs & Fees

• The PSEO program is available to high school students during fall and spring semesters only. If a student wishes to take summer courses, they are responsible for all costs and fees associated with those courses. 
• The PSEO program covers the cost of tuition, fees and required textbooks. Books must be returned to the Campus Store by the last day of the semester. If they are not returned the student will be responsible to pay the used price for the textbook.
• Additional course fees, such as tools, equipment, certification exams, and other non-consumable items are NOT covered by PSEO funding.
• The PSEO program DOES NOT cover the cost of developmental courses. These are indicated by course numbers below 1000 level.

Registration Holds

• If you are a student enrolled in a home school program, in order to register for your second semester, you must submit your immunization records or notorized waiver.

PSEO students may be eligible for assistance with transportation costs. To be eligible, a student's family must be under the federal poverty income guidelines. Students who qualify will work with their district on the reimbursement process. More information is available at the Minnesota Department of Education's Webpage.