{"id":4562,"date":"2025-12-15T22:10:08","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T22:10:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/futures.dev.svvsd.org\/?page_id=4562"},"modified":"2026-01-27T18:37:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T18:37:40","slug":"college-credit","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/college-credit\/","title":{"rendered":"Cr\u00e9dito universitario"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>St. Vrain Valley Schools offers multiple pathways for students to earn college credit while still in high school. Last year, students had the opportunity to earn over <strong>44,014 college credits<\/strong>, saving families approximately <strong>$23 million<\/strong> in future tuition expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Colocaci\u00f3n avanzada (AP)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The College Board&#8217;s Advanced Placement program offers rigorous, college-level courses that can lead to college credit and advanced standing at universities nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>36 AP courses<\/strong> available across all St. Vrain high schools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No prerequisites required<\/strong> \u2014 any student can enroll in AP courses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students can earn college credit by scoring <strong>3 or higher<\/strong> on AP exams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AP exams administered in May each year &#8220;AP for All&#8221; Initiative St. Vrain&#8217;s &#8220;AP for All&#8221; initiative ensures every student has access to rigorous, college-level coursework. If your school doesn&#8217;t offer a specific AP course, students can enroll at another<br>high school or through the St. Vrain AGILE program. AP Capstone Diploma Students who complete AP Seminar and AP Research, plus four additional AP exams with scores of 3 or higher, earn the prestigious <strong>AP Capstone Diploma\u2122<\/strong> \u2014 signifying outstanding academic<br>achievement and college-level research skills. By the Numbers (2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2,962 students took 5,248 AP exams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>891 students earned AP Scholar recognition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>58 students earned the AP Capstone Diploma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AP exam participation has grown <strong>96% since 2016<\/strong> Key Dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Registration Deadline:<\/strong> November 7, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AP Exams:<\/strong> May 4\u201315, 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inscripci\u00f3n concurrente<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Concurrent enrollment allows juniors and seniors to take college courses and earn both high school and college credit simultaneously. <strong>St. Vrain pays the tuition<\/strong> \u2014 students are only<br>responsible for fees and books.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Completed minimum of <strong>11.5 credits<\/strong> toward graduation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete required course prerequisites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pass all required assessments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Counselor approval through Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP) Partner Institutions Institution Registration Opens Classes Begin Front Range Community College March 17 August 18 AIMS Community College April 7 August 25 Colorado State University Online courses available Varies University of Colorado Denver P-TEACH program only Varies How to Enroll<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meet with your school counselor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update your ICAP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete prerequisite requirements (placement exams\/SAT scores may apply)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete college application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit District Program Agreement at <a href=\"https:\/\/concurrent.svvsd.org\">concurrent.svvsd.org<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Register for courses at the partner college<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enroll in the Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF) Contact <strong>Leann Shetler<\/strong> \u2014 <a href=\"mailto:lshetler@svvsd.org\">lshetler@svvsd.org<\/a> | 303-702-7591<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CU Succeed Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Through a unique partnership with the University of Colorado Denver, students can earn transferable college credits while attending high school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CU Succeed Gold<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College courses taught at the high school by certified teachers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Same content and standards as on-campus CU Denver courses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credits recorded on official CU Denver transcript<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Available at Frederick High School and Longmont High School <strong>CU Succeed Silver<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional concurrent enrollment options through CU Denver Cost Savings Location Cost per Credit Hour CU Denver Campus $760 CU Succeed Gold $77 Benefits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earn up to <strong>109 transferable CU credits<\/strong> (nearly two full years of college)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credits transfer to CU campuses and other institutions nationwide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waived admission application fee at CU Denver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better academic outcomes and faster degree completion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Programa P-TECH<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>P-TECH (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) combines high school, college, and workplace experience, allowing students to earn both a <strong>high school diploma and an associate degree at no cost<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Significant internship and mentorship opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industry partnerships with companies like IBM, Cisco, Agilent, and Corden Pharma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>312 active mentors working with students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>18+ industry partners Student Success<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>223 students<\/strong> have earned an associate degree at no cost<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>344 students<\/strong> have engaged in internship opportunities since 2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30+ graduates have secured jobs with partner companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>55% are first-generation college students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>41% are second language learners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bachillerato Internacional (IB - por sus siglas en ingles)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Niwot High School offers the internationally recognized <strong>IB Diploma Programme<\/strong>, authorized since 2001.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Structure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Niwot Pre-IB (NPIB):<\/strong> Grades 9\u201310 foundation courses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IB Diploma Programme (IB DP):<\/strong> Grades 11\u201312 full diploma program College Credit Many IB graduates earn <strong>24 or more college credits<\/strong> before entering university. The IB organization maintains a database where students can research university recognition of IB credentials<br>worldwide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ASCENT Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Accelerating Students through Concurrent Enrollment (ASCENT)<\/strong> allows students to continue college coursework tuition-free for one year after completing their 12th-grade year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enrolled as a full-time student in St. Vrain during 11th and 12th grades<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On track to meet all high school graduation requirements by end of senior year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completed or on track to complete at least <strong>9 credit hours<\/strong> of college coursework before 12th-grade completion (concurrent enrollment or AP courses) What&#8217;s Covered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fall and Spring semester tuition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Associated fees Student Responsibilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Books and materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transporte<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Living expenses Application Deadline February 13, 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">P-TEACH Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>V\u00edas hacia la ense\u00f1anza (P-TEACH)<\/strong> introduces students to careers in education through concurrent enrollment courses with UC Denver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Concurrent enrollment courses through UC Denver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enrichment activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paid externship opportunities with SVVSD Community Schools program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Located at the Innovation Center<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Programa<\/th><th>Credit Type<\/th><th>Cost to Student<\/th><th>Disponible en<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Colocaci\u00f3n avanzada<\/td><td>College credit with score of 3+<\/td><td>Exam fees only<\/td><td>All high schools<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Inscripci\u00f3n concurrente<\/td><td>College credit<\/td><td>Fees &amp; books only<\/td><td>All high schools<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CU Succeed<\/td><td>CU Denver credit<\/td><td>$77\/credit hour<\/td><td>Frederick HS, Longmont HS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>P-TECH<\/td><td>Associate degree<\/td><td>Free<\/td><td>Select schools<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bachillerato Internacional<\/td><td>College credit<\/td><td>Program fees<\/td><td>Niwot HS only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ASCENT<\/td><td>College credit<\/td><td>Books &amp; materials<\/td><td>District-wide<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting Started<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Meet deadlines<\/strong> for registration and applications<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Talk to your school counselor<\/strong> about which programs align with your academic and career goals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Review your ICAP<\/strong> (Individual Career and Academic Plan) to map out your pathway<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check prerequisites<\/strong> for programs you&#8217;re interested in<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Attend information sessions<\/strong> offered throughout the year<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>St. Vrain Valley Schools offers multiple pathways for students to earn college credit while still in high school. Last year, students had the opportunity to earn over 44,014 college credits, saving families approximately $23 million in future tuition expenses. Advanced Placement (AP) The College Board&#8217;s Advanced Placement program offers rigorous, college-level courses that can lead<a href=\"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/college-credit\/\">Continuar leyendo <span class=\"sr-only\">&#8220;College Credit&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_expiration-date-status":"","_expiration-date":0,"_expiration-date-type":"","_expiration-date-categories":[],"_expiration-date-options":[]},"class_list":["post-4562","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4562","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4562"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4562\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5981,"href":"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4562\/revisions\/5981"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/futures.svvsd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4562"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}