Start to Strong: Summer Advantage Program

Invest in futures: Help us launch Summer Advantage Program The College of Fine Arts is launching the Summer Advantage Program, a nationally recognized initiative that boosts student persistence and graduation rates. This program gives students—especially first-generation, low-income, and peer-mentoring participants—the academic, professional, and personal tools they need to stay on track for graduation. Through tuition assistance for up to three summer credits, targeted engagement activities like career coaching and financial wellness workshops, and strong peer support, we will bridge the critical first-to-second-year gap by removing barriers to timely degree completion. Your support will directly empower students to maintain momentum toward graduation, gain career readiness skills, and strengthen their sense of belonging—transforming summer into a season of opportunity rather than setback.