public school students
Who can take JCPSeSchool courses?
Students in Jefferson County and outside of Jefferson County can take our courses. We have students who take courses all around the world. We suggest checking internet connection if you plan on taking courses outside of the United States. JCPS students should contact their counselors to apply.
Schools can enroll students in individual courses. The cost is $125 for a 1/2 credit course; a full-year course is $175. The full-year courses this fee applies to are Digital Literacy and Humanities New Perspectives.
Option 1
Schools can enroll and pay for students to take individual courses. School personnel see our school partners page for more information.
Option 2
Schools can enroll and have the students pay for individual courses. How much time do I have to complete a course?
Students are given up to 120 calendar days from the date they are enrolled in the course to complete. Please check with your counselor to see if course must be completed before our expiration date. If the school expiration is sooner than our expiration date, the school deadline must be met.
What is the registration process?
• Students must have their own internet.
• Students must obtain an application from their school counselor or the website for each 1/2-credit course.
• The fee for each semester course is $125; a full-year course is $175. The full-year courses this fee applies to are Digital Literacy and Humanities New Perspectives.
We accept all major credit cards through our online payment system.
From August 1 to April 30, students who live in Jefferson County and attend private or parochial schools may enroll in
courses at no cost.
How long does it take to complete a course?
We allow up to 120 days to complete a course. However, the average time it takes to complete a course is 60-80 hours per 1/2 credit.
Can a student receive an extension?
Extensions must be approved and requested by the school counselor. We will provide one courtesy extension per course. The courtesy extension is for 14 calendar days. If a second extension is needed, a 30-day extension may be purchased. The extension fee is $50 per course. The final must be completed before the expiration date.
What if we decide that the program does not work for the student?
Refunds must be requested within one month from the date of enrollment.
If a student or parent discontinues a course and applies for a refund within one month from the date of enrollment, a refund of the tuition will be made, minus a $5 registration fee. No refunds will be made past the one-month period. The student will be withdrawn from the course at that time. No credit will be given for completed assignments. Payment will be sent in the form of a check. This only applies to students who have personally paid JCPSeSchool for their course. Students who pay their own school for courses must negotiate with that school concerning a refund. Call our office at 502 485-3173 to request a refund. Please allow 1-2 weeks for refund processing.
Can I transfer from one course to another?
A student may transfer to another course within one month of enrollment. The school must approve the transfertWhen a transfer is granted, the new course must be completed within the maximum completion date of 120 days from the original date of enrollment (or earlier if completion date set by local school). The enrollment fee cannot be transferred from one person to another.
Where can I get the application?
Here is a link to our online application.
Can I Do JCPSeSchool Only From Home?
Students who want to enroll and graduate through Pathfinder School of Innovation must be a resident of Jefferson County, Kentucky.
Students must be accepted to enroll. Here is a link to the application. Students can also enroll in courses as a home school student.