Scholarship

Different Ways to Boost Academic Success!

Attend Class-
There is a strong correlation between academic success and attending class and an even stronger correlation between failure and missing class. Many courses do not require attendance as part of the grade and critical material is covered in class. It is very important to attend classes, professors will notice when you are there, and when you are not.

Time Management-
Balancing commitments (i.e. work, classes, social, family) is a very common issue. We are able to help you manage your time so that you can have the success in the classroom, and have the fun on the side.

Study, Study, Study-
The number one response from sophomore students to incoming first year students is, “I wish I had studied more my first semester.” Initiate a conversation with your student about how many hours per week outside of class they are studying for each class. The responses will vary with each class, the average should be approximately 2 hours outside for every hour inside class. Strongly support your student seeking assistance from their instructor if they are struggling.

Mid-Terms-
The first academic ‘check-up’ should come immediately after the first exam or written assignments. It is important that you review your course syllabus or meet with the instructor to know the approximate grade in each class. If grades are below a ‘C,’ meet with faculty members for support and referral to campus resources.

Get Help-
If needed, recieve help from different sources including the library, tutoring, writing center, academic advisor, and faculty office hours.

Dropping a class-
Many college students are not aware of the option of dropping a course when performance is substantially below par and there is a threat of weak grades.  Students with academic or personal problems, including roommate issues, should talk to their academic advisor about this option. This period usually lasts until about the 10th week of the semester, then academic support options are narrowed considerably, so check on grades your grades periodically. Review the "Academic Calendar" to see when that date might be.

Change-
Being willing to change is one of the most important aspects of maturation in college. The second most common response from sophomore students to entering freshmen is, “College is not high school.” There are a variety of ways to help with any issues that you may have.