What is a Nondegree-Seeking Student?
Nondegree-seeking graduate students are students who submit an application, but do not specify a degree or certificate program of study. Nondegree-seeking graduate students can only take a maximum of nine (9) credits from Boise State University before being accepted into a degree or certificate program.
Enrolling as a non-degree seeking student, you can:
- Build professional skills for career advancement
- Take a course not available at your current institution
- Audit a course
Commonly Asked Questions
What do I need to apply?
To be eligible for nondegree admission, you must:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university
For a list of current application materials, please visit of our application materials page.
When can I submit my application?
Any time!
Applications from nondegree-seeking graduate students are accepted any time of the year, but prospective students are encouraged to submit all application materials well in advance of the desired semester or summer session.
Can the classes I take count towards a degree?
Your credits may be applied towards a degree if you are admitted to a graduate program that requires the classes you completed as a non-degree seeking student.
NOTE: You must apply and be accepted into a graduate degree or certificate program before you have completed the requirements for the degree or certificate – no retroactive degrees or certificates will be awarded. Please consult the Graduate Catalog for more information.
Am I eligible for financial aid?
Nondegree-seeking graduate students are not eligible for federal financial aid or Boise State University scholarships.
Consider a Graduate Certificate
With the same number of credits you can take as a nondegree-seeking graduate student, Boise State University’s graduate certificate options are an excellent way to earn a degree without additional time commitment.
Choose from over 50 certificate programs covering a wide range of skills, requiring between 9 to 21 credits, and enhance your expertise to advance your career in less than a year.
Begin Your Bronco Journey as a Graduate Student
Start Your Application Today!
Explore life as a Bronco by applying as a non-degree seeking graduate student.
Are you currently nondegree and want to become degree-seeking?
Schedule an appointment with our Graduate Recruiting Specialist to begin the application process for a degree-seeking program.