The Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) program allows high school juniors and seniors to take college courses—either part-time or full-time—at participating two-year and four-year institutions. These courses earn both high school and college credit. Sophomores are eligible to take one Career and Technical Education (CTE) course. Tuition, fees, and required textbooks are covered through the program; however, transportation is not provided.
Each college or university sets its own eligibility requirements, and students must meet application deadlines: May 30 for fall semester and October 30 for spring semester.
PSEO students are considered college students, which means parents will not have access to grades or be able to contact the college for information. Since participation in PSEO establishes a student’s permanent college transcript, it is important for students to select courses thoughtfully to ensure academic success.
Wayzata High School awards 1 high school credit for every 2 college credits earned through PSEO. Students are responsible for choosing courses that fulfill all WHS graduation requirements.
A copy of the WHS PSEO Presentation conducted by the counselors can be found here.
STEPS FOR PSEO
- Check which colleges participate in the PSEO program.
- Complete the college’s online PSEO application.
- Keep track of username (i.e. STAR ID) and password information - you will need it again
- Complete Part 1 of the MDE - PSEO NOSR 3 Part Form (2025-2026)
- Submit the form and a copy of your transcript to the college to which you are applying or to Polly Davidson in the admin office who can help you submit your materials.
- Follow the required orientation/registration steps at PSEO institution
- Schedule a meeting with your School Counselor to figure out a schedule.
By enrolling in PSEO, I understand and agree that:
- Graduation Requirements: I am responsible for knowing and completing all Wayzata High School (WHS) graduation requirements. I must meet these requirements to participate in the graduation ceremony. WHS awards 1 high school credit for every 2 college credits earned through PSEO.
- College Admissions: I am responsible for completing any coursework needed to meet admission requirements for the colleges I plan to apply to.
- Course Changes: If I drop, withdraw from, or fail a PSEO class, I must notify my WHS counselor right away. I understand that changes can impact my graduation status and college admissions.
- Monitoring My Progress: My WHS counselor does not have access to my PSEO grades. It is my responsibility to monitor my academic standing and contact my counselor if I am struggling.
- Dropping Classes: If I decide to withdraw from or drop a PSEO class, I must follow the college’s official process and meet their deadlines..
- Transcript Reporting: All PSEO grades—including "W" (Withdraw), "I" (Incomplete), or "F" (Fail)—will be reported on my official WHS transcript.
- College Record: The grades I earn through PSEO will be part of my permanent college GPA and transcript. PSEO course grades are not weighted on the WHS transcript.
- Academic Standing: I must maintain a good GPA and course completion rate. Too many low grades or withdrawals can affect my eligibility for future college admissions.
- Forms and Deadlines: I am responsible for completing all required forms (for the Minnesota Department of Education, the college, and WHS), collecting the necessary signatures, and meeting all deadlines.
- Semester Schedules: I must provide my WHS counselor with a copy of my PSEO schedule within the first week of each semester.
- Official Transcripts: At the end of each semester, I must ensure that my WHS counselor receives an official transcript from my PSEO college.
- Staying Connected: It is my responsibility to stay informed about important WHS events and opportunities (such as activities, prom, college rep visits, ACT testing, and graduation).
