Tech Prep

Tech Prep is a national and state effort which emphasizes collaboration between high school and Idaho technical colleges while preparing students for entry into the workforce
Tech Prep allows students to earn college credit at a significantly reduced cost while they are still in high school
In a Tech Prep program, high school and college instructors work together to design a seamless education system, allowing Tech Prep students to move from high school to college without having to repeat courses
Tech Prep prepares students for high-growth and high-demand careers, with the skills necessary to meet the needs of industry

Provides an opportunity to earn college credits at a reduced rate while in high school
Eliminates duplication of courses
Allows high school students to get a jump start on their college education
Increases skill development and exposes students to high-growth, rewarding career opportunities
Up to 8 transcripted Tech Prep credits can be used toward academic elective requirements at Idaho State University

Idaho high school students who are enrolled in approved professional-technical (vocational) classes are able to participate in Tech Prep
There is no cost for enrollment in Tech Prep. If a student wants to receive college credit after completing the approved class, there is a $15 per credit transcription fee
Students can enroll in Tech Prep at any time in high school. Enrollment is available here

Student must receive a B- (80%) or better in their class to be eligible for college credit
If a student wants to receive college credit, they must transcript college credit by filling out an application along with a $15 per credit fee
Students have up to two years after high school to receive college credit
For questions on how to transcript credit, please contact Tom Putnam at 282-4663 or Marcy Kestner at 282-5410

Idaho State University