START STRONG. STAY F.I.T. Dr. Stacey Moore, Associate Vice President Division of Student Success

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1 START STRONG. STAY F.I.T. Dr. Stacey Moore, Associate Vice President Division of Student Success

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3 Finish in Time UA s approach to facilitating timely degree completion Full time IS 15/ 16 credits per semester (FIVE classes) credits per year (10 classes) UA data indicates A surprising number of students do not enroll in credits/semester BUT they should because Overall STRONG student performance when taking credits per semester

4 Why Take 15 credits? You re MUCH more likely to graduate on time. Research has shown you re more likely to get better grades. At UA, you ll save money, since taking 15 credits is the same cost as taking 12 credits. You re getting 3 credits for FREE! By finishing on time, you have more options!

5 Students: Expectations College is a commitment MAKE IT! Earning 15 credits per semester may not be easy, but it gives you the advantage of graduating on time and getting ahead. Know the courses you need to graduate, and meet with your advisor to map out your plan Make school your priority. Do your best to cut back on work time so you can earn 15 credits per semester and finish faster. If you have to work, consider working on campus while taking 15 credits.

6 Students: Expectations Be ready for freshman English and Math, and take these courses as part of your first year of college. Fill out a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) NOW. Be proactive and ask for help! Take summer classes! Even if you can t take 15 credits a semester, take summer classes to stay on track. Financial aid applies in the summer.

7 Parents: Expectations TIME is the enemy of college completion NOT tuition! By 2020, 64% of all jobs in Ohio will require higher education Ensure your student is utilizing campus resources Advising Tutoring (It s for EVERYONE!) Counseling Campus Involvement Zip Parents will keep you informed stay in touch!

8 H I G H E R E D U C A T I O N PA Y S and TIME Matters HIGH SCHOOL DROPOUT $20,200 HIGH SCHOOL GRADU ATE $30,600 SOME COLLEGE, NO DEGREE $32,300 ASSOCI ATE S $40,000 BACHELOR S $56,700 MASTER S $73,700 DOCTOR ATE $103,100 PROFESSIONAL $127,800 20

9 The UA FIT Business Case 12 Credits per semester 16 Credits per semester Time to Degree Completion Total Cost of Degree (128 credits) 5+ YEARS $51, YEARS $38, Difference in Tuition and Fees $12, Extra tuition and fees are not the only costs An extra year in school (or more) = missed salary in a career-relevant, entry level position

10 The FIT Business Case: True costs of extra time COST= Projected 1 st Year Salary PLUS Expenses Incurred During Additional Year (tuition/fees/books) MINUS Estimated Part-time Salary as a Student Discipline Humanities & Social Sciences Cost of Extra Year $47,044 Education $55,000 Math & Natural Sciences $56,171 Communication $49,395 Health Sciences $50,839 Business $51,508 Computer Science $61,287 Source of Salary Data: NACE Salary Survey January 2015 Executive Summary and US News & World Report Engineering $62,998 Overall $54,280

11 How much does a student job COST? Discipline Cost of Extra Year Less Student Employee Salary* Humanities & Social Sciences $47,044 $41,844 Education $55,000 $49,800 Math & Natural Sciences $56,171 $50,971 *@$5,200 per year ($8/hr. 20 hrs. per wk.) Communication $49,395 $44,195 Health Sciences $50,839 $45,639 Business $51,508 $46,308 Computer Science $61,287 $56,087 Engineering $62,998 $57,798 Overall $54,280 $49,080

12 Nationwide, only 34% of part-time college students graduate $3,500,000 $3.3MM $3,000,000 $2,500,000 $2.3MM $ 2.7MM College, But No Degree Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree $2,000,000 Master's Degree $1,500,000 $1.5MM $1.7MM Doctoral's Degree $1,000,000 Lifetime Earnings *Source: Complete College America and those who drop out will earn MILLIONS less over a lifetime*

13 Finish in Time and Advising At UA we won t let this happen to you! In all orientation and advising sessions the default assumption of enrollment will be credits -- unless there is clear reason not to do so Advisors will. Actively promote summer coursework as a way to stay on track and to Finish in Time Actively promote other ways UA offers to get ahead and STAY FIT!

14 FOUR Ways To 15 credits per semester or 30 credits per year Take Summer Courses Express to Success College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

15 Start this summer if you can Classes are condensed Parking is GREAT! Flexible class times to meet your busy schedule! Get ahead and stay ahead!

16 Express to Success Earn UA credit for prior learning Graduate sooner! Earn your degree at a lower cost Test prep tutorials Credit by Exam= COMPLETED COURSE! Options in Math, Sociology, Psychology, Statistics & Communication

17 College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Another way to receive UA credit for prior learning UA accepts CLEP scores for more than 30 courses!

18 FIT= Career Ready on Time The University of Akron Career Center Explore Majors and Careers FOCUS 2 Career Assessment Career Preparation Resume writing, interview practice, & more Relevant Learning Internships, Co-ops and more! Career Placement Major specific Career Advisors Career Link online job board Career Fairs, workshops and programs

19 How else do you START STRONG? Learning Communities Talk to your professors! Get Involved! Stay on Campus! BFF with your advisor 60 Hour Rule Ask for Help It s what we do! The Akron Experience

20 STARTING STRONG.Parents Understand emotional health Communicate with your student(s) throughout! Allow exploration while encouraging focus Stay connected and involved

21 Need to Know: Safety and Title IX UA is an environment that promotes respect, equality, civility and healthy relationships Awareness and understanding of sexual violence and the use of drugs and alcohol on a college campus are necessary components of creating a safe environment that supports students In August students will be asked to take Think About It, an online substance and sexual abuse training program used to prepare students to confront and prevent serious college transition problems.

22 Communicating with Parents and Family Members

23 Help us Help you.ferpa What is FERPA? How does it affect you and the UA? The FERPA authorization and release Benefits Allows more open communication and working together More effective management of student accounts Security May be rescinded at any time UA officials will only share what is critical to the situation FERPA authorization in your packets!

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25 In Closing.. We want each and every one of you to: SAVE MONEY $$$$$$$$ HAVE MINIMAL DEBT! Start strong with an amazing Akron Experience! FINISH YOUR DEGREE in FOUR YEARS (or less!) GET A GREAT JOB START STRONG.STAY F.I.T.

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