New degree planner debuts at Boise State

Boise State University students will soon use a new digital tool to map their class schedules from their first semester through graduation. The system, called BroncoPlanner, also gives academic departments new data on course demand and student plans. The Registrar's Office is hosting two open-house sessions to show the software and answer questions from faculty and staff.

The tool aims to simplify degree planning for students. It also provides analytics that were not previously available to departments. Academic leadership and advisors are encouraged to attend the live demos. The sessions will cover how the system streamlines registration and reporting.

The project began with a review phase. From December through February, the Registrar's Office is working with academic departments to verify the accuracy of degree plans. Staff are refining how these plans are built within the new platform. This review ensures the data is correct before students start using it.

A pilot group will launch on March 1, 2027. Select departments will test the system while advising second-semester freshmen. The Registrar's Office is still finalizing the list of pilot departments. Feedback from these early users will help adjust the system before it reaches the whole campus.

The tool is scheduled for a campus-wide launch in late spring or early summer 2027. It will be available for incoming freshmen starting in the fall 2027 semester. Session recordings from the November demos will be posted to the Registrar's website for those who cannot attend in person.

Registrars are currently developing additional resources for the platform. Users can direct questions to broncoplanner@boisestate.edu until more information is released.