Student Success Squad

Student Success Squad banner with the hornet and students looking at a book

Mission

The Student Success Squad provides academic counseling to support success and growth to students that may be first generation, income eligible, and/or may have a learning difference. Through our holistic practices and programming, students are able to achieve their goals and enrich their college experiences.

What is Student Success Squad?

Student Success Squad is designed to support students who are first-generation, low-income, and/or disabled. Through an array of services, Student Success Squad helps students earn a certificate or an associate’s degree and transfer to a 4-year college to complete a bachelor’s degree.

Program Requirements

Attend workshops focused on academic, career planning, college success skills, and financial aid and scholarships.
Attend new student Orientation and Fall and Spring Check-In sessions

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Is a First Generation College Student (neither parent has received a bachelor’s degree)
Meets Federal Low-Income Guidelines
Or Has a Documented Disability and
Meets US Citizenship and/or Residency requirements

Benefits of Participation

Specialized orientation and check-in sessions
Academic coaching and intervention
Priority tutoring
Assistive technology
Study skills assistance
Personal guidance
Academic success workshops
Course selection assistance
Academic and degree planning assistance
Student advocacy skills training
Financial aid/literacy counseling
Career planning
Cultural enrichment activities
Referral services
Recognition ceremony for SSS graduates

Current and Future SUNY Broome Students

Applications: Accepted for Fall, Winter, Summer, and Spring semesters.
Eligible students will be required to come in for an intake. Only completed applications will be considered.