Wisconsin's Youth Options Programs

Wisconsin's youth options program allows public high school juniors and seniors who meet certain requirements to take postsecondary courses at a UW institution, a Wisconsin technical college, one of the state's participating private nonprofit institutions of higher education, or tribally-controlled colleges. Approved courses count toward high school graduation and college credit.

The program opens the door to greater learning opportunities for motivated students considering a technical career, wishing to begin college early, or preparing themselves to enter the workforce immediately after high school graduation.

Under youth options, a student does not pay for a college course if the school board determines the course qualifies for high school credit and is not comparable to a course already offered in the school district. If approved by the school board, the student can receive both high school and college credit upon successful completion of the course. A student who successfully completes their high school graduation requirements earns a high school diploma regardless of whether the requirements were met while attending a high school or college.

Contact:

Beth Lewis Consultant Email: beth.lewis@dpi.wi.gov Phone: 608-267-1062

Judith Stowell Office Operations Associate Email: judith.stowell@dpi.wi.gov Phone: 608-267-9245

Program Information	Related Links	Resources
Reminders and Updates Frequently Asked Questions Youth Options Brochure Timelines General Differences Between High School and College (PDF)	Participating Colleges School District Contacts State Level Contacts	Program Application Form, PI-8700-A (PDF) Transportation Reimbursement Claim, PI-8701 (PDF) Private College Reimbursement Amount § 118.55, Wis. Stats. § PI 40 Wis Admin Code (PDF)

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For questions about this information, contact Beth E. Lewis (608) 267-1062

Last updated on 8/4/2009 8:30:13 AM