Soar-In-4 Scholars Program

A FLIGHT PLAN FOR GRADUATING ON TIME

Your academic journey at Florida Atlantic University and The College of Social Work and Criminal Justice is ready to soar. It’s an exciting time of career exploration and self-discovery, culminating in the ultimate academic achievement: graduation. The Soar-in-4 Scholars program is a by-invitation-only program that celebrates high-achieving students.

Scholars who are accepted into the program commit to sustained academic excellence, graduating with their undergraduate degree in four years or less, and accessing hands-on support, incentives, and personalized attention from their advising and faculty mentors.

Overview of Soar-in-4 Scholar Benefits

Dedicated Student Success Team: Comprised of a Faculty Mentor, Academic Advisor, Career Counselor and Financial Aid Counselor. this team will work collaboratively to assist our student scholars with navigating their academic plan of study, career goals, and student account.

Advance Priority Course Registration Each Semester: Student scholars are able to register for each semester’s courses in advance of regular course registrations, increasing their chances of securing a set in courses that tend to fill quickly.

1:1 Faculty Mentorship Sessions: Student scholars have a dedicated faculty mentor who meets with them at least once per semester. These mentorship sessions play a crucial role in helping Soar-in-4 Scholars achieve their academic, professional development, career, and timely graduation goals.

Invitations to Special Events and Opportunities: Student scholars attend networking events with social work and criminal justice professionals, faculty and staff, and alumni to discuss internships, workforce trends, professional best practices, and career opportunities.

Research Experience Opportunities: Student scholars are encouraged to learn about research opportunities through independent study courses with faculty as well as opportunities available through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry, as well as other university organizations and affiliates.

Semester Career Counselor Meetings: Scholars connect with our college Career Center liaison to clarify their career goals, explore career options, and evaluate occupational settings. The Career Center liaison also teaches scholars how to create or polish their professional resume and cover letter, create a LinkedIn Profile, search for jobs, and internships, as well as provides guidance on applying to graduate school.

Student Ambassador Posts: Because Soar-in-4 Scholars represent the best and brightest of the college’s undergraduate students, they often receive invitations to serve as college ambassadors at various recruiting events, student orientations and fundraisers with high-profile community members.

Portfolio Items and Commencement Cord: Upon successful completion of the Soar-In-4 Program, scholars receive a certificate of achievement, letter from the Dean of the College and graduation cord.

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