Prepare for College
at USU Brigham City and Tremonton
Earning a college degree will change your life. A degree broadens your perspectives, helps gain critical life skills and serves as a gateway to a passionate career. As Utah’s land-grant institution, Utah State University makes getting started on your degree in high school as convenient as possible no matter where you live in Utah.
Starting College in High School
USU Concurrent Enrollment
USU’s Concurrent Enrollment program allows high school students to take college courses that count for college and high school credit. The grade a student receives from a Concurrent Enrollment course appears both on the high school transcript as well the student’s permanent college transcript.
- Pay $5 per credit hour
- Get a jumpstart on your college career
- Transfer 100% of your credits earned to any public Utah university
Courses Available
Available Concurrent Enrollment courses vary depending on the high school. Below are a few of the common courses at both Bear River and Box Elder High Schools.
- ENGL 1010 – Intro to Writing
- FCSE 1350 – Financial Literacy
- MATH 1050 – College Algebra
Cost
After paying the one-time, $50 admission fee, each course is $5 per credit hour. When you apply for admission as a freshman, the admission fee will be waived.
Requirements
Concurrent Enrollment courses can be taken by juniors and seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher. ENGL 1010 is for seniors only and may have a higher GPA requirement. Visit with your high school counselor for any additional requirements.
How To Start
Visit concurrent.usu.edu.
- Step 1: Apply for admission
- Step 2: Create a password
- Step 3: Register for classes
- Step 4: Pay the tuition
BTECH to USU
Stackable Program
Utah State University has partnered with Bridgerland Technical College to allow students to turn their certificates of 900+ hours for 30 credits towards specific college degrees. You can start earning credits as early as high school and then finish with a certificate, associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree.
Prepare for College Checklist
Now is the best time to get ready for college. Make sure to do your best in school, explore careers you might be interested in, try different extracurricular activities, and become familiar with all the opportunities awaiting you at USU.
Meet with your counselor.
Counselors help you set goals and plan your high school courses so you are college and career ready.
Take Official ACT or SAT
Your test score determines your admission scholarship qualification. Take the test as early and as often as possible. Test scores are optional for admission.
Take Concurrent Enrollment or Advanced Placement Classes
These classes not only prepare you for more rigorous college courses, they also count toward your college credit load and are less expensive.
Explore your Options and Tour Campuses
It is important to find the right fit for you and your educational and career goals. Be sure to also explore all of your options with USU by touring the campuses at Brigham City, Tremonton, Logan, Price or where ever you want to live after high school.
Know your Deadlines for Admission, Scholarships and Financial Aid
Missing deadlines can delay your admission and cost you money in lost scholarships and financial aid opportunities. Visit usu.edu/admissions for more information.
USU Options and Degrees
USU offers many different options. You can stay at home and attend right here in Brigham City or Tremonton. Attend one of our residential campuses in Logan or Price for a more traditional college experience. If you are looking for an online program, USU offers award-winning online degrees and resources. Or, you can do a combination of any of these options!
Visit our website for a list of degrees available at USU Brigham City and USU Tremonton. To view all degrees offered by USU, visit the University's Degree Finder page. Be sure to look at the location(s) where each degree is offered, if it is only offered in Logan you can still start in Brigham City or Tremonton and finish in Logan.
View the Digital Brochure for more information.
College Graduate Benefits
Plan on How to Pay for College
There are multiple ways to pay for college. Don’t delay your preparation and miss out on opportunities.
Scholarships
USU awards academic, nonacademic, need-based, involvement, and departmental scholarships.
Savings
Start saving now. Do it on your own or inquire about the Utah Educational Savings Plan at: my529.org.
Family & Community
Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Parents, grandparents and other family members can be a great resource. Check with high school counselors for private scholarships in the community.
Financial Aid Office
The Financial Aid Office can help make a degree financially possible for every qualified USU student.
FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid
- Grants: do not need to be repaid
- Loans: must be repaid with interest
- Work-study: money earned while working and attending school that does not need to be repaid
Veteran's Resource Office
Aid for veterans, service members and their families.
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