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NEXUS Academic Success Program

Mission Statement

The Network for Excellence in Undergraduate Success program (NEXUS) is dedicated to supporting a diverse population of first and second-year students who may need extra assistance as they navigate their transition to college. Our goal is to empower students with the skills and confidence needed to succeed and excel during their journey at Caldwell University and beyond. Caldwell Universityā€™s core values of respect, integrity, community and excellence serve as the basis of the NEXUS program.

Eligibility

Determined based on:

  • High school transcripts
  • Test scores (i.e., SAT, ACT, etc.) if applicable

Note: EOF students are not eligible due to workload
associated with each program.

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Support Services

Academic Coach

Dedicated academic coach to assist you throughout your first two years of college. The Academic coach will help you to:

  • develop and achieve individual goals
  • identify obstacles preventing your success and identify how to overcome these obstacles
  • become a self-regulated learnerĀ 
  • Employ effective learning, time management, and organizational strategies
  • Learn about campus resources

Workshops

Focused on important skills to success in higher education. Examples include:

  • Goal Setting
  • Testing Taking
  • Time Management
  • Procrastination
  • Active Reading
  • Active Note Taking

Tutoring

  • Free subject tutoring and writing assistance throughout your CU career

Program Participation Requirements

Academic Coaching Meetings

  • Three required meetings each semester with academic coach

Workshop Attendance

  • Required to attend at least 3 per semester

Attendance to Tutoring or Writing Center Appointments

  • Need based, first four semesters

Incentives

Book Stipend or Free Summer Course (pending the seat availability)

Upon completion of mandatory requirements and,

End of the First year (GPA of 3.0 and 24 credits earned):

  • One free 3 credit summer course at CUĀ or
  • Book stipend effective Fall of your second year

End of the Second year (GPA of 3.0 and 48 credits earned):

  • One free 3 credit summer course at CUĀ or
  • Book stipend effective Fall of your third year

Application

If you are interested in this program, please complete the NEXUS application and participation agreement.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please email asc@caldwell.edu.

NEXUS Portal for Accepted Students

The NEXUS portal includes workshop dates, campus resources, and other useful tools.