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The faculty, counselors, and staff in University College reach more than 10,000 students from throughout the University each year by:

  • Assisting 2,500 students at all levels master challenging subjects through tutoring in the Academic Support Center and supplemental instruction services offered through Structured Learning Assistance (2,500 students).

  • Guiding 100 Career Exploration (CARE)students who are undecided about major or career choices to fields that match their aptitudes and abilities.

  • Providing courses in reading and study skills through the Developmental Programs and Curriculum Department to more than 650 developmental students who learn how to cope with the demands of college-level learning.

  • Counseling more than 1,200 students per year with regard to career, educational and disability issues at the Educational and Career Counseling Center.

  • Helping all 2,000 new first-year students at the University transition from high school by enrollment in the Ferris State University Seminar.

  • Maintaining the opportunity mission of the University founder, Woodbridge N. Ferris, through such programs as General Studies (200 students) Directed Studies (50 students) and the University College Program (50 students).

  • Motivating and supporting more than 500 gifted and talented students to get the most from their university experiences in the Honors living-learning community.

  • Supporting 200 international students by the work of the International Student Advisor as they adapt to new surroundings, new teaching and learning styles, and immigration requirements.

  • Mentoring 200 first-generation college students as they adjust to university life in the SCHOLAR Peer Mentor Program.

 

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