Bemidji High School students! Did you know you have numerous ways to earn college credits while in high school? Besides PSEO, we offer several courses right here at BHS that can count towards college credits through our AP, College in the High School, and PLTW courses. It's crucial to explore all your options early on. Check out this list of opportunities available to you!
If you are interested in doing PSEO
(Postsecondary Enrollment Options):
Step 1: Do you qualify for PSEO?
For BSU, Juniors must have 3.5 GPA, Seniors must have 3.3 GPA.
For NTC, Juniors must rank in the top 30% of their graduating class, Seniors must rank in the top 50% of their graduating class.
*For any other institution, check the PSEO eligibility on their website.
Step 2: If you qualify for PSEO, complete Section 1 of the 2025-2026 Notice of Student Registration (NOSR) form and return it to your Counselor/Academic Dean.
NOSR form found here: NOSR form 2025-2026
Step 3: Apply for the institution on their website or in person.
For BSU, application form
For NTC, application form
*For any other institution, look for the PSEO application on their website.
Transcript request form
Step 4: Complete the PSEO acknowledgement form and return it to your Counselor Academic Dean.
PSEO acknowledgement form here: PSEO acknowledgement form
Step 5: Meet with your BHS Counselor/Academic Dean.
Click here to schedule a time with Ms. Knutson (A-K)
Click here to schedule a time with Mr. Conway (L-Z)
Complete a credit check.
Determine what classes you would like to take through PSEO.
Determine what classes will be kept at BHS, if any.
Step 6: Meet with your institutions’ PSEO coordinator/counselor.
Share your plans with the PSEO coordinator/counselor regarding which classes you would like to register for at their institution.
They will walk you through the registration process and tell you when your registration window will open. They may also give you an access code for registering.
Step 7: Register for your PSEO classes
Once your registration window opens at your PSEO institution, you may register for the classes.
Step 8: Finalize your BHS schedule with your Counselor/Academic Dean.
Once your schedule is finalized at your PSEO institution, give your schedule to your BHS Counselor/Academic Dean as soon as possible.
Your Counselor/Academic Dean will then adjust your BHS schedule accordingly.
Step 9: Stay in contact with your BHS Counselor/Academic Dean.
Throughout the entire PSEO process, stay in contact with your BHS Counselor/Academic Dean.
If you change your PSEO schedule, let your BHS Counselor/Academic Dean know as soon as possible.
If you are struggling with your PSEO classes, let your BHS Counselor/Academic Dean know as soon as possible.
Keep an eye on your BHS Google Classroom and the BHS Daily Bulletin for BHS related announcements and information.