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Success Program

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College can be challenging for many reasons, but having the right support and resources can help students succeed! The SUCCESS program at Hennepin Technical College is part of a nationwide study designed to test whether providing students access to coaching and resources can make it easier for students to reach their goals and graduate on time.

Benefits of the SUCCESS Program

  • Access to a SUCCESS coach for advising, academic help/resources, assistance with strengthening life skills, and support and encouragement
  • A monthly financial incentive ($50) for students who meet program requirements
  • Access to SUCCESS Program activities, events, and resources tailored to maximize your academic success

Eligibility Requirements

You are eligible if you are…

  • Degree-seeking, with 30 or fewer cumulative credits, and
  • Meet one of the following criteria
    • Pell grant-eligible, or
    • Student of color, or
    • First-generation student

Program Expectations

  • Meet with your SUCCESS coach at least twice each month
  • Enroll in at least 12 credits per semester, for a total of 24 credits each academic year
  • Work with your SUCCESS coach to complete the FAFSA or MN Dream Act application by May of each year
  • Attend planned SUCCESS program activities when possible

Space in the program is limited. Only students who are eligible for the program and agree to be part of the study will have the opportunity to participate in SUCCESS. If you are eligible and sign up for the study, you will be entered into a lottery, and you will have a chance of being selected for SUCCESS.

If you are an eligible student and want to learn more about the SUCCESS program and study, schedule an appointment with a SUCCESS coach by clicking the “Book an Appointment” below.