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Providing Exceptional Education and Raising Standards (PEERS) program application

Welcome to the Providing Exceptional Education and Raising Standards (PEERS) program application page.

For additional information or questions, email PEERS@boisestate.edu

Downloadable Application Checklist (.docx)

PEERS Program Application

  • Provide given or preferred names
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  • Note: verification of this will be required by Boise State University
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  • Upload resume (or equivalent document) that describes school-based work experience, community-based work experience, volunteer experiences, internships, etc.
    Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 10 MB.
  • Upload two letters of reference from non-family members which can speak to work experience.
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    Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 10 MB.

    • Personal statement

      A personal statement that reflects the applicants postsecondary goals and why they think the PEERS Program will help them achieve their goals. The statement can be typed or a video recording.
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      The statement should also: 1) Demonstrate the student’s interest in obtaining a postsecondary education, 2) Define how obtaining a postsecondary education will help the student achieve their goals, 3) State commitment to participating in two consecutive academic years of coursework and work experiences related to the student’s goals, 4) State commitment to maintaining integrated part-time employment during the student’s final three semesters in the certificate program, 5) Provide examples of how the student is developing skills for participating in their community and in the workforce, 6) Provide examples of how the student has taken initiative in asking for help when necessary in order to be working toward their goals and to be as independent as possible, 7) Describe why the student is interested in completing the certificate program at Boise State University
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