Academic Success Program

• Get a jump-start on your major, or earn liberal studies requirements
• Connect with other students and make friends
• Earn 7 credits toward graduation in just five weeks
• Receive individual support from the Writing and Learning Commons and Math Tutoring Center
• Be matched with a high-achieving peer mentor
• Learn the ins and outs of the university process during the slower-paced summer session
• Go on a field trip within your learning community: last year's trips included trips to the Duke Energy Center, the Cherokee Heritage Museum, and a float down the French Broad River
• Build relationships with key faculty and staff members who will continue to support you throughout your time at the University
• Enjoy the local community and adventure opportunities the mountains of Western North Carolina provides during the summer

“Keep doing what you are doing because I loved everything about it!”

“It was one of the best experiences ever!”

“y'all did excellent. Thanks so much…”

What was your most enjoyable experience in the Summer?

"The flexibility of a schedule and having a sense of freedom.”

"Meeting new friends that I will have in the fall" 

"Going to hike a waterfall

"The laughs" 

"Meeting new people and learning new things with them." 

"Going hiking and water rafting" 

"making memories with new friends"

If you like numbers, check out some of our survey results concerning the Summer: 

97%  I am excited to return to WCU for the fall semester

94%  I am confident in my ability to succeed academically at WCU

94%  I will use academic skills presented during ASP during my career at WCU

94%  My faculty engaged me in the learning process

95%  I will use academic support resources available at WCU during my career at WCU

91%  I had support from WCU faculty and staff during the ASP

85%  said they developed meaningful relationships with their professors.

85% said they would recommend a friend attend a summer learning community (like ASP)

94%  said at ASP, I learned about time management skills

88%  At ASP, I learned about goal setting

91%  At ASP, I learned about self-care tips; managing physical and mental health

Students take a freshman seminar, a liberal studies course, and a transition course. More in-depth information about the structure of ASP, including a typical schedule, can be found on our Academic Structure page!

Meet the ASP Faculty!

• First Day of Classes: Monday, June 28th
• Final Day of Classes: Friday, July 30th
• Closing Ceremony: Saturday, July 31st
• Fall Classes Begin: August 23rd

 For more information, please check our Frequently Asked Questions page or contact our office.