Success and support for U of M students

We're here to help you succeed! Fantastic resources and support are at your fingertips—from orientation to graduation.

Orientation

Freshman orientation and transfer orientation are programs packed with information to ease your transition to college life. You'll leave with all the tools you need for your first year at the University of Minnesota.

Need to talk? Community advisers (CAs) are juniors and seniors who live in the residence halls with you. They're available for friendship, guidance, and support!
Struggling with your physics homework or your American studies paper? You'll find free academic tutors in your residence hall, Sunday through Thursday evenings.

Improve your time management, note-taking, concentration, and test-taking skills at the University's Learning and Academic Skills Center. One-on-one help is available, free of charge!
Visit the U of M Center for Writing to sharpen your writing and editing skills. Consultants will help you get started on a paper, provide constructive feedback on your writing, and teach you how to revise, edit, and proofread.
Check out the University of Minnesota library system, with 16 library sites around campus. Millions of volumes make the U of M library system the 17th-largest research library in North America.

If you are experiencing stress over your courses, problems in your relationships, or any other personal difficulty (minor or major), University Counseling and Consulting Services has trained professionals who can guide you and help you.
Our diverse student population finds academic success and career services through the Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE).
You will also find support, enrichment and friendship through programs like the American Indian Cultural House or the Martin Luther King program.
Disability Services makes many accommodations to ensure that you can participate fully in academic and student life. You can also visit the Disability Student Cultural Center to connect with other students for support and networking.

If you have questions about financial aid or planning for college costs, One Stop Counselors are always available to help. Your One Stop Counselor will guide you through the financial aid process and help bring a world-class education within your reach.
Millions of dollars in scholarships are available to freshmen and transfer students each year. These competitive scholarships recognize the outstanding academic achievements of some of our students.
More than 10,000 jobs on or near campus are available to students every year. The University of Minnesota Job Center will help you find a job that pays well and accommodates your needs as a student.

Schedule a same-day medical appointment at the on-campus Boynton Health Service. There is no charge for most visits if you are a student registered for six or more credits.
Got a headache? Nutrition question? Minor mishap? Every residence hall has a well-informed student "Health Advocate" trained in CPR and first aid and able to provide referrals, as well as common over-the-counter drugs.
Attend free weekly stress management workshops on yoga, meditation, tai chi, or stretching and toning at Boynton Health Service.
Visit one of our University recreation facilities, including fitness centers, pools, gymnasiums, racquet courts, steam rooms, and a climbing wall.

Bring a "real-world" perspective to your academic program with a U of M mentor. Advisers and career counselors in the U of M colleges can help you connect with a professional in your chosen field.
Whether you're selecting your major or preparing for a job interview, specialized career centers in each U of M college can provide you with one-on-one attention and support. Our career counselors will help you find the field that's right for you, help you gain professional experience during school, and help you secure a job after graduation.

[http://admissions.tc.umn.edu/StudentLife/support.html] Last Modified on Wednesday, September 13, 2006