College-Level Coursework

Students in grades 10, 11, or 12 have the opportunity to earn a Minnesota World Language Certificate, Bilingual or Multilingual Seal.  This is a wonderful opportunity to recognize all of our students’ languages as assets.  To earn a Certificate or Seal, students must demonstrate proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing in a language(s) other than English and meet all WHS English Language Arts requirements. World Language Certificates and Bilingual/Multilingual Seal awards will be noted in students’ high school transcripts.  Students who earn these awards may also earn college credit at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities:

Bilingual Platinum Seal: Proficiency Level = ACTFL Advanced Low, Number of college credits earned  = 4 semesters

Bilingual Gold Seal: Proficiency Level = ACTFL Intermediate High, Number of college credits earned = 3 semesters

World Language Proficiency Certificate: Proficiency Level = ACTFL Intermediate Low, Number of college credits earned = 2 semesters

Students who complete an AP Language & Culture Exam automatically earn a Certificate (AP score of 3), Gold Seal (AP score of 4), or Platinum Seal (AP score of 5).  No further testing is needed.

Students who do not complete an AP Language & Culture Exam will be provided language testing opportunities at WHS in the fall, February, and May.  Proficiency tests are currently available in 25 languages, including Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Hmong, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Thai, & Vietnamese. 

WHS encourages ALL students to complete a language proficiency testing opportunity:  

• Students enrolled in WHS language courses should test in levels 4, 5, and/or AP.  Students are encouraged to take a test at the end of their language-learning experience.

• Heritage language students are encouraged to test in grades 10, 11, or 12.  WHS encourages heritage language students to test in February, with the opportunity to retest their lowest-scoring test sections (listening, reading, speaking, writing) in May.

• Any student may complete their language proficiency test more than once within a given academic year and/or in grades 10, 11, and 12.

More information can be found at our Wayzata World Language Certificate, Bilingual/Multilingual Seal website.

[Thinking About Taking An AP Course?]

The WHS Advanced Placement (AP) program continues to grow, with a wider variety of courses and more students willing to engage in rigorous academic challenges that match their abilities and interests. AP courses are college courses taught by trained WHS teachers on the high school campus. The WHS AP Program offers numerous courses across a variety of disciplines to support over 35 different AP exams. The benefits for a student selecting these courses are many:

• Provides academic challenge needed to maximize the potential of college-bound students.

• Provides students a chance to earn college credit accepted nationwide without leaving the high school campus.

• Allows students to excel in their chosen area of interest or strength.

• Permits students to “bank” credit toward college graduation while also allowing them to fulfill core requirements or take more advanced courses.

• Motivates students to improve their study habits.

• Fosters leadership qualities in outstanding students.

WHS encourages ALL students to take at least one Advanced Placement course in their areas of strength/interest prior to graduation. Tests are scored on a 1-5 scale, and a score of 3 or higher may make the student eligible for credit, depending on the individual college or university's policy. The AP Program at WHS is highly respected by colleges and universities nationwide. If you are considering AP for the first time, AP Human Geography, AP Networking, AP Seminar, and AP African American Studies Pilot are accessible options.

If you have questions about AP courses, please contact our AP Coordinator, Amy Swenson, at 763-745-6605 or Amy.Swenson@wayzataschools.org. The AP teachers are also available to answer more specific questions about courses. We encourage students who plan to attend a four-year college or university to try at least one AP course during their high school career. Weighted grades are used only with AP courses.

AP courses that are offered at WHS include:

Art

• 605 - AP Graphic Design + Portfolio

• 629 - AP Drawing + Portfolio

• 631 - AP Ceramics + Portfolio

Career and Technical Education

• 716 - AP Networking

• 740 - AP Microeconomics

• 741 - AP Macroeconomics

• 742 - AP Business & Personal Finance

• 944 - AP Computer Science Principles

• 947 - AP Computer Science A

• 9993C - AP Cybersecurity & Applied Mathematics with Personal Finance

English

• 145B + 145C - AP Seminar

• 166 - AP English Literature & Composition

• 199 - AP English Language & Composition

Mathematics

• 311 - AP Precalculus

• 340A + 340B + 340C or 340BB + 340CC + 340DD - AP Calculus AB Extended

• 341 - AP Calculus AB

• 342 - AP Calculus BC

• 336 - AP Statistics

Music

• 645B + 645C - AP Music Theory

Science

• 422 - AP Environmental Science

• 425A + 425B + 425C - AP Biology

• 433A + 433B + 433C - AP Chemistry

• 444 - AP Physics 1

• 445 - AP Physics 2

• 447 - AP Physics C: Mechanics

• 448 - AP Physics C: Electronics & Magnetism

Social Studies

• 211A + 211B + 211C - AP United States History 

• 227A + 227B + 227C - AP European And World History

• 249 - AP Human Geography

• 256 - AP Psychology

• 262 - AP US Government & Politics

• 263 - AP Comparative Government

• 268B + 268C - AP Research

• 276 - AP African American Studies

World Languages and Culture

• 525 - AP French

• 545 - AP Spanish

• 574 - AP Chinese

University of Minnesota Talented Youth Mathematics Program (UMTYMP)  [UMTYMP Presentation]

Each spring, students can apply to start UMTYMP in the fall, either in Algebra 1 or Calculus 1.  It is not possible to start in UMTYMP in Algebra II, Geometry or PreCalculus.  Students in grades 7-10 can take the qualifying exam in the spring by contacting MathCEP at the University of MN.  Students who have been enrolled in the UMTYMP program in middle school can continue the program in high school, or they may wish to transition to the Accelerated or Advanced Placement program at WHS.  

Students choosing UMTYMP will not receive a school-authorized absence to leave early for their UMTYMP class and will be expected to remain in their assigned 4th block class until 3:20 p.m.  The 10-absence policy will apply to UMTYMP students who choose to leave early. Transportation to and from the University of Minnesota is the family's responsibility.

Students may not accelerate graduation through UMTYMP.  Students are eligible to earn 16 credits per year, per WPS School Board policy.  It is strongly recommended that students participating in UMTYMP register for 14 credits and hold 2 UMTYMP credits so that these credits will be transferred to a student's transcript upon completion of the course.  Students can meet with their counselor to discuss when it is appropriate for a student to enroll in 16 credits at WHS in addition to UMTYMP.  Students wishing to enroll/continue in UMTYMP should select from the following course options.  Doing so notifies WHS of your intent.  You will still need to complete the University of MN's registration requirements for this program.

Students continuing in UMTYMP should enroll in the following UMTYMP Hold options.  Students not continuing in UMTYMP should enroll in 0014P - Override Request.  Students will be placed in the appropriate math course once transcripts are released from the University of Minnesota in the spring.

• 001A - UMTYMP Hold (TM 1)

• 001B - UMTYMP Hold (TM 2)

• 001C - UMTYMP Hold (TM 3)

• 001D - UMTYMP Hold (TM 4)

0014P - Override Request

Students who have completed a prerequisite via an alternative path (i.e., UMTYMP, Credit for Learning, or Credit by Assessment) and who are unable to request a course in Skyward should enroll in 0014P - Override Request.  Students will be contacted for additional information, including the course they wish to take and verification of prerequisite completion.

Join UMTYMP

Concurrent enrollment partnerships offer students a remarkably powerful opportunity: the chance to earn real college credit while still benefiting from the structure, relationships, and support of their high school community.

These courses are true college courses, taught by college-approved high school instructors and aligned directly with postsecondary expectations. Students are not “practicing” college; they are doing college. Upon successful completion, students earn transcripted college credit and establish an official college record. This early credentialing provides a meaningful advantage as students enter college with verified academic progress and momentum.

Concurrent enrollment programs are one of the most effective bridges between high school and higher education. Students experience the academic rigor, pacing, and expectations of college-level work in a familiar environment, building confidence, independence, and readiness before they ever set foot on a college campus. At the same time, close collaboration between high school educators and college faculty ensures strong alignment between secondary and postsecondary curricula, reducing gaps and redundancy for students.

The result is a smoother transition to college, a stronger academic identity, and meaningful momentum toward a degree, often at significant financial savings for families.

How are Concurrent Enrollment classes Different from AP Classes? 

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are advanced high school classes designed around a single, standardized exam taken at the end of the course. Depending on a student’s score and a college’s individual policies, students may earn credit, placement, or both. 

Concurrent enrollment students earn a college grade based on their sustained performance across the entire course, utilizing multiple forms of assessment, including projects, exams, discussions, labs, and written work. Success reflects consistency, depth of learning, and demonstrated mastery over time, just as it does in college.

Concurrent enrollment students who pass the course earn guaranteed, transcripted college credit. The credit is earned, recorded, and portable.

POSTSECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTION (PSEO)

The Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) program enables high school juniors and seniors to enroll in 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 the fall semester and October 30 for the 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 is recorded on a student’s permanent college transcript, it is essential 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

1. Check which colleges participate in the PSEO program.

2. Complete the college’s online PSEO application.

3. Keep track of username (i.e., STAR ID) and password information - you will need it again

4. Complete Part 1 of the MDE - PSEO NOSR 3 Part Form (2026-2027)

5. Submit the form and a copy of your transcript to the college to which you are applying or to Patti Schryver in the admin office, who can help you submit your materials.

6. Follow the required orientation/registration steps at the PSEO institution

7. Complete the Wayzata High School PSEO Contract (This contract must be completed before the schedule will be adjusted)

8. 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 required coursework to meet the admission requirements for the colleges to which I plan to apply.

• Course Changes: If I drop, withdraw from, or fail a PSEO class, I must notify my WHS counselor immediately. 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 experiencing any academic difficulties.

• 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 a high course completion rate. Receiving too many low grades or withdrawals can negatively impact 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).