Information Sessions
The following information sessions were offered at the November 2012 Open House. Please check back in March for information on the April 2013 Open House offerings.
Be a First Year Success: Room 205
Set a foundation for four years of college success by enrolling in First Year Success Learning Communities. In Fall 2009, 48% of the students enrolled in First Year Success (FYS) received an overall GPA of 3.0 and above. Find out how you too can succeed during your first year at MSU Denver.
A representative for Metro Summer Scholars, a scholarship program, will be available to speak with students who place at the 090 level in the Reading and/or English Accuplacer assessment tests.
TIME: 11:00am
The College Assistance Migrant Program Scholarship through MSU Denver: Room 206
Discover the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) at MSU Denver. Designed for all migrant farm workers, regardless of age. Students will learn why college is an important life option. Eligibility and enrollment requirements to MSU Denver will be identified. In this presentation, students with low index scores will find out about the many alternative options available for getting admitted to a four-year college.
TIMES: 11:00am and 1:00pm
Financial Aid Information Session: Room 111-G
These sessions will provide a brief introduction to the financial aid process, including how and when to apply, helpful tips and types of available aid such as scholarships, grants, loans and work study. This would be a great time to ask questions in preparation for funding your own or your child's education. In addition, we will have labs open and staffed with financial aid experts to assist you in applying for financial aid for the 2012-2013 academic year. Please have a copy of your federal 2011 income tax return with you to complete the federal aid application.
TIMES: 10:30am, 11:15am, Noon, and 1:00pm
Individualized Degree Plan and Credit for Prior Learning: Room 207
This session will introduce students to MSU Denver's Individualized Degree Program and Credit for Prior Learning. The Individualized Degree Program (IDP) offers the opportunity to propose a major or minor specifically designed to meet individual educational goals, if those goals are not met by other majors or minors described in the MSU Denver Catalog. The Credit for Prior Learning program makes it possible to earn credit at MSU Denver for college-level learning gained through experience, including on-the-job training, advanced placement courses, certain volunteer service, and self-study.
TIME: 1:00pm
Nursing Information Session: Room 208
Two 45 minute information sessions will be held from 10:30-11:15am and 11:15am-Noon.
Find answers to the following questions:
- What are my educational options?
- What are the prerequisites for a nursing program?
- What kind of employment opportunities are available?
TIMES: 10:30am and 11:15am
Opportunities Through the Honors Program: Room 202
Learn about MSU Denver's newly redesigned Honors Program, which was created for high-achieving, intellectually curious students. The Honors Program includes a 22 credit-hour curriculum as well as specially designed extracurricular activities and unique research opportunities. Honors courses usually count for General Studies credits or towards your major, and use small class sizes to allow students to delve more deeply into academic subjects. Stop by and learn more!
TIMES: 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm
