Boys and Girls State

Option I, for 2 credit hours:

If you choose this option, you don't have to complete any additional work. Enrollees will receive a "P" grade (pass). Transcripts may be requested after December 2021. Follow the instructions on the "How to Enroll" menu option below to complete your registration. 

 

Option II, for 3 credit hours:

If you choose this option, you would need to write and submit a short 3-5 pages paper due on April 8, 2022. You will earn three credit hours with a letter grade of A-D based upon the quality of the paper you submit. A description of the course and objectives can be found on this course syllabus. You will need internet access as all work will be submitted online. After registering for the credits, an email confirmation will go out to the account provided on your original Boys or Girls State application. Credits will be awarded for the Spring 2022 semester and transcripts will be available after May, 2022.

How to apply and enroll for the college credit

 

You must apply for admission to UCM in order to receive the credits - even if you plan to attend a different institution. Your application will be specific to this credit option and it won't affect other admission plans you may have.

1. On our Admissions page, select "Other Undergraduates Applicant Types"
2. Select "Create an account" and register by following the prompts. 
   
   • Attention: If you already have an application record at UCM, you don't have to re-apply. Please follow the instructions at the bottom of this page to complete your registration.
3. Click "start new application"
4. Enter your personal information on Step 1.
5. On Step 2 select "Fall 2021" if enrolling in Option I or "Spring 2022" if enrolling in Option II. Options are explained in the menu above.
6. Select "I have attended Mo Boys/Girls state and am applying for Boys/Girls state credit".
7. Enter your information as prompted on each step of the application. Then submit your application. 
8. Your application fee will be waived automatically within 48 hours. 
9. Print this registration form and email to dualcredit@ucmo.edu by the corresponding deadline below,
   1. Option I, enrollment deadline is September 3, 2021 - extended to September 10th!
   2. Option II, enrollment deadline is November 1, 2021

An email confirmation will be sent to you within 7 days of registration.

What if I have previously applied to UCM?

If you have applied and/or received credits from Central before, you don't need to re-apply. Print this registration form and email it to dualcredit@ucmo.edu by the corresponding deadline above.

How much do these credits cost?

Tuition for this special college credit opportunity is a flat $92 per credit hour.  This is a 60% savings compared to our regular undergraduate tuition rate.

Total tuition cost for credit option I, $184 (due in full with registration)

Total tuition for credit option II, $276 (to be billed in spring 2022)

Refunds are not allowed once application has been processed. Payments should be made out to UCM.

How do I pay my tuition bill?

For Option I, tuition will be due with registration.

For Option II, UCM will email a billing statement to your UCM Gmail account. A paper statement will also be mailed to your home address.

Financial aid is not available for this college credit option. Delinquent accounts will be sent to a collections agency.

See payment options and due dates.

Is the Boys and Girls State credit, dual credit?

No, these credits are offered for college credit only. However, UCM's Dual Credit Office is the unit responsible for processing these credits; hence, the dual credit references throughout this site.

Do I have to pay an application fee when applying for these college credits?

No, the application fee is waived for Boys and Girls State participants when applying for this particular college credit opportunity.  Ignore the application charges. Fees will adjust within 48 hours. 

Are there scholarships available? 

Yes! We have two scholarship options available and they can be stacked with any other scholarships you may qualify for:

1. If you are interested in attending UCM and becoming a Political Science or International Studies major you could benefit from a $500 (non-renewable) scholarship. Recipients are incoming Freshman at UCM who have, with full participation, satisfactorily completed the Missouri Boys or Girls State program. Applicants must submit a letter of intent and their composite ACT scores by April 5, 2022 to Dr. Robynn Kuhlmann.
2. All incoming freshmen who have taken at least one dual credit course with UCM automatically qualify for a $1000 scholarship ($500 per semester renewable for up to six semesters) if they earned a 3.0 GPA, enroll full time each semester and maintain a 3.0 GPA at UCM. Get more scholarship details here.

 

I mailed the credit registration form on the day it was due, will it be accepted?

Yes, as long as the form is postmarked by the deadline, it will be accepted.

I missed the registration deadline, can I still apply for the credits?

No, deadlines are strongly enforced.

I changed my mind, can I switch between options?

No, switching between options is not allowed. Once your registration has been processed, you will be locked in that option.

Are these credits transferable?

Transfer policies vary by institution, by your chosen major and whether you have a minor. Contact the institution you are planning to attend to verify the transferability of these credits. Only the receiving institution can confirm if, and how, these credits will be accepted. You may want to send this course syllabus to your academic advisor for content evaluation. These credits are recorded as POLS 1244 - Workshop in Political Science.

I applied and paid for the college credits but later found out the institution I'm planning to attend won't accept the credits, can I get a refund?

Refunds are only allowed under extenuating circumstances. Students are responsible for verifying the transferability of these credits prior to registration as policies vary by institution and major/minor chosen. Transferability issues are not considered extenuating circumstances.

I earned the credits and need to transfer them to my future or current college, how do I do that?

To transfer your credits out you will need to request and pay for an official transcript.