Postsecondary Enrollment Options Act - PSEO

PSEO is designed for you to earn college credit in high school.

Eligibility

PSEO is designed for 11th and 12th grade students who have not met their graduation requirements. Talented and gifted students in 9th and 10th grade may be eligible. You must meet Hawkeye's admissions requirements and must not be taking a "comparable" course. A "comparable" course is one offered by:

• the school district you attend
• the accredited nonpublic school you attend
• the school district in which the accredited nonpublic district you attend is located

Number of classes

You may enroll in classes at Hawkeye and become a part-time student. This means you may take eleven credit hours or less, or up to three classes. To get a list of the classes available, visit with your high school counselor or request a list from Hawkeye's Admission Office or your Hawkeye County Director.

Credits

You will earn both high school credit and college credit for the courses taken. Your high school will determine the amount of high school credit awarded. Once you successfully complete a class it will be a part of your high school and Hawkeye transcript. If you are attending a college other than Hawkeye after graduation, you should contact that college to make sure your Hawkeye courses will transfer.

Costs

Either your high school or school district will pay for the cost of tuition, textbooks, materials, and fees. You or your family will be responsible for the cost of transportation to and from class, field trips, and other out-of-class activities. If you do not pass a course, you or your family are responsible for all fees.

Steps for Enrolling in Postsecondary ICN and IPTV courses *

1. Schedule your required high school courses.
2. Meet with your guidance counselor to determine which college classes you can take.
3. Complete the PSEO Enrollment Form.*
   • *Waterloo public and parochial schools have their own PSEO registration forms and contracts. Students in the Waterloo School District will also have to complete an application for Hawkeye.
4. Have your guidance counselor, principal, and parent/guardian sign the form.
5. Have your high school send your transcripts and ACT scores. If you have not taken the ACT you may take the COMPASS assessment test at Hawkeye. Contact Student Services at 319-296-4014 or assessment@hawkeyecollege.edu to find out more.
6. Schedule an appointment with Hawkeye's Admissions Office by calling 319-296-4000. The Admissions Office is located in Hawkeye Center.

*Steps must be completed at least five days before high school classes begin.

Your course schedule, including location, start date, and times will be mailed.

On the day of your appointment bring

• Your Postsecondary Enrollment form with the signatures of your high school official and parent/guardian and selected classes.
• Your current transcript including ACT and/or COMPASS scores.

For more Information

Contact Holly Grimm-See at 319-296-4000 or hgrimm-see@hawkeyecollege.edu