Marywood University:  Policy & Procedures

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Act 101 Program


Policy Statement

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Higher Education Opportunity Act has provided funding to colleges and universities for academic support services since 1976 under the title Act 101. To qualify for these benefits, students must be residents of Pennsylvania, have financial need and the ability to meet college admission requirements. Students are accepted to the program on the basis of academic potential, motivation and goals.

The Act 101 Office at Marywood University offers a variety of services to students in the program.

Comprehensive counseling. Counseling, a fundamental component of Act 101, helps students realize their potential and educational goals.

Strong tutorial dimension. Great emphasis is placed on the uniqueness of each student's academic needs.

Academic Excellence Center and Writing Center. Students are provided with assistance in developing and expanding all areas of communication.

Summer program. Marywood's Act 101 Program includes a summer component that offers credits for completion of a required Writing Skills course.

Procedures

The University attempts to identify students who qualify for the program. Others, who believe they might quality, are encouraged to seek information at the Act 101 Office.


Related Policies

6.100.1 - Mission of the Student Life Division


History of No. 6.650.1 - Act 101 Program

09/01/91 - Reaffirmed with publication of Student Handbook p.3


MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY
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