What is Achieve Scholars?
ACHIEVE Scholars is a Comprehensive Studies Program (CSP) that offers support to motivated first-year students by providing access to resources*, services, and programs including a Residential summer experience that prepare them for a successful transition into the college environment.
Students have the opportunity to become employed as ACHIEVE peer mentors beginning in their sophomore year.
This program is open to all first-year Penn State Abington students living in Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties.
*Chromebooks are available on an as-needed basis.
Program Requirements
- PA Resident
- Successful Admission Interview with Program Staff
- Summer Virtual/ Residential Program Participation
Program Timeline
- Application deadline: April 1
- Decision notification: April 15 (based on interview completion)
- Upon acceptance: FIRST GEN letter and Welcome to PSU kits mailed
- May 1: Decision Day on Campus & Welcome Party
- Virtual Program Dates: 10 a.m. -3 p.m.
- 6/26, 6/28, 7/6, 7/7, 7/10, 7/12
- Residential Experience at Lions Gate - Friday, July 14th, 5-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, July 19th
- New Student Orientation w/ Families – 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Closing Ceremony & Dinner/Move Out – 4-7 p.m.
Summer Bridge
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Tentative Dates
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Virtual Cohort Weekly Workshops
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English/Math Academy
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Residential Week Live-In On-Campus
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Social/Cultural Immersion Trips
Course Overview
Fall: CNED 97 (2 credits)
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Supports transition to college and growth development
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Dedicated peer mentor for daily support
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Mentoring group
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Mandatory tutoring
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Community-building activities
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Campus resource connections
Spring: CNED 97 (1 credit)
- Personal and professional development
- Major exploration
- Leadership development
How Do I Apply?
- Apply at https://bit.ly/ACHIEVEfall23App by April 1
Contact [email protected] for more information, questions, or concerns.