“We want Aspire students to
feel connected to us, and to others
in the program,” says Matthew
Schuster, Aspire Program Advisor. “Research
shows that when students make these
connections, they are more likely to
stay in school and complete their degrees.”
How it works
The Program is designed for all ages
and creates a smooth transition to
college, whether students are coming
directly from high school, from the
workplace, or from working at home.
“The whole process of getting
ready for college, registering, applying
for financial aid, and selecting classes
can be overwhelming,” says Schuster. “We
can help students navigate the process
and be successful at our college and
beyond.”
To be accepted into the Aspire Program,
students need to complete a college
admissions application and an Aspire
Application. The Program has availability
for 70 new, full-time students who
have been identified as either low
to moderate income, students of color,
or whose parents have not earned a
bachelor’s degree.
The Aspire
Program is made possible due to a
grant from Minnesota State
Colleges and Universities (MnSCU)
that provides the funds to bring
this opportunity to fruition. Starts with Summer Bridge
Students who qualify may choose to
begin with two courses this Summer
Semester. Developmental English and
mathematics offer refresher courses
to prepare students for college-level
courses beginning Fall Semester.
One of these courses is free - fully
paid for by the grant if students
take both courses simultaneously.
For more information about Aspire,
please contact Matthew Schuster at
763.433.1882 or attend an Aspire Program
Information Session held each Thursday
in June and July at 4 p.m. in the Instructional
Services Building, room 121.
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