Frequenty Asked Questions

Are the Extended Studies Program courses accredited?
Yes, all of the courses offered through the Colorado Statewide Extended Studies Program are approved by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education and all of the colleges and universities offering courses are accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

How do I enroll in an Extended Studies Program course or program?
Call, visit or e-mail any of the extended studies units at one of the participating institutions. You will enroll directly with that college or university.

If I am enrolled as a regular student at one of the participating schools, can I take an Extended Studies Program course from my college and/or another extended campus college?
Yes, contact the extended studies office at your college. If you take a course from another participating institution, you will need to transfer the course to your home institution. It is recommended that you talk to your advisor prior to enrolling in any Extended Studies Program course.

Will Extended Studies Program courses transfer?
Maybe. Because all extended studies credit courses are a part of degree programs approved by the Colorado Commission on Higher Education, most courses will transfer. However, It is always wise to check with the appropriate academic department of the college that will receive the transferred course so that you are sure how that course will be used toward a degree.

How much do Statewide Extended Studies Program courses cost?
Each institution establishes its own tuition rates. On campus fees are not charged for Extended Studies Program courses. However, additional administrative and course fees may be appied. For more information on fees, check with the insitutions extended studies office.

Am I eligible for financial aid?
Maybe. Contact the financial aid office or the extended studies office at the institution you will be attending to acquire the information needed to apply for financial aid.

How can I take courses if I cannot come to a campus?
TheStatewide Extended Studies Program offers hundreds of courses through a variety of distance education formats. These include on-line courses, correspondence, video, interactive television and interactive CD. Visit the Colorado Consortium for Independent Study web site www.coloradoindependentstudy.org.

Who teaches Statewide Extended Studies Program courses?
Courses are taught by regular full-time faculty, insitution approved adjunct faculty and individuals who are expert in the content of the course.