The College Readiness Pre-Orientation Program is a five-day program from Saturday, August 16th through Thursday, August 21st immediately preceding new student orientation. The program is geared toward preparing students to succeed in college during their freshman year and beyond. It is intended for a broad range of diverse learners and is non-diagnostic in nature. Whether a student is anticipating needing extra academic support, social-emotional support, or just wants to learn the ropes of “how to college,” this program ensures that they are well prepared and have already made close friendships before arriving to the first day of new student orientation. 

Features of the program include:

• Individual meetings with a college prep mentor
• Group sessions on topics including college academic strategies, time management, mindfulness, extra-curricular engagement, work program 101, healthy dorm living, and mental health and wellness
• Activities on campus and around Asheville for social bonding
• Immersive classroom experiences to prepare students for College-level engagement skills

Program Cost: $500