Student Success Coaches
Setting You Up For Success
We know that making the transition from high school to college can be a challenge. That’s why each first-year student at Millsaps is connected with a Student Success Coach the summer before they arrive on campus. In consultation with the student and a team of faculty, Success Coaches build custom schedules for our students’ first semesters designed around their academic strengths, long-term goals and personal interests.
Don’t know who your Success Coach is? Reach out to [email protected] and we’ll get you in touch!
Once students arrive on campus, our Success Coaches provide first-year students with:
- General academic advising, including schedule building, any necessary schedule changes and 4-year academic planning
- Holistic support for the transition from high school to college
- Guidance on accessing college resources, such as tutoring, counseling and the health center
- Coaching on vital college skills such as managing workload, taking notes and communicating with faculty
- Assistance navigating challenges that may be hindering academic or personal success
- Encouragement to explore, define and reach personal and professional goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I declare a major at Millsaps College?
Students at Millsaps typically declare their major during sophomore year. Student Success Coaches guide every first-year student through major exploration during the first semester. The Introduction to Pathways course helps students identify interests and career goals. Visit the Registrar’s Office or your assigned advisor to formally declare. Details are in the Academic Catalog.
What academic support is available at Millsaps?
Millsaps offers comprehensive academic support through the Center for Academic Success and Excellence (CASE — subject-specific tutoring in one-on-one and small group settings), the Writing Center (peer feedback for all genres), Student Success Coaches (assigned to every first-year student), free counseling services, and faculty office hours. All services are free of charge to students.
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