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SMCC Student-Athlete Academic Success

Objectives

1. To promote and develop academic success for all Cougar student-athletes. 

2. Ensure that student-athletes maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher and enroll in at least 12 credit hours per semester in order to participate.

3. Place each student-athlete on an academic path to graduate with an associates degree to enhance eligibilty at a four-year institution.

  • Student-athletes who have signed a letter of intent and receive athletic financial aid must maintain a 2.0 GPA. 
  • We are here to help you graduate & select classes that will transfer, not just keep you eligible to play.
  • Head Coaches, academic advisors, student learning facilitiators and other administrators will make periodic grade checks throughout the semester to ensure student-athletes attend class and maintain grades at or above acceptable levels. 
  • Student-athletes may be required to receive academic assistance if grades fall below required levels or if they experience difficulties.

 

Mandatory Tutoring

“C” Grade = 1 hour per week for the subject.

“D” Grade = 2 hours per week for the subject.

“F” Grade = 3 hours per week for the subject.

 

All Tutoring via SMCC Learning Center

Mon.-Thur. 8am-7pm, Fridays 8am-5pm.

Virtual Services: access via online link.

 

Course Modalities

Live-Online: classes will meet synchronously at the time listed in the class schedule on a virtual platform. Students must be on camera in the course. Be Prepared!

Online: The entire class will be held online without set meeting days or times to attend.

Hybrid: Part of the class will be held online without a set time to attend. The other part will occur in an in-person format on campus on the days and times listed in the class schedule.

Hybrid/Virtual: Part of the class will be held online without a set time to attend. The other part will occur at the time listed in the class schedule in a virtual format using a virtual platform.

 

Athletic Advisement Services

All SMCC student-athletes will worth with an academic advisor in the SMCC Advisement Office. 

 

Attend class every day

3 absences in a course: Letter from A.D.

4 absences in a course: Forfeit 10% of contests

5 absences in a course: Forfeit additional 15%

6 absences in a course: Meeting with A.D. (removal from program)

 

Additional Advice

  • Do not drop/add a class without talking with an athletic advisor first.
  • If you receive a “dropped” notice from school (call, email, text) about a class, keep going to the class and see your academic advisor immediately.
  • Strength training is a class, it does not end after your season ends.
  • Screenshot everything you submit on Canvas. 
  • Canvas is your hub for course information.
  • Do not rely on cell phone operating capabilities.
  • Navigate your Student Center Page.
  • Apply for additional Financial Aid (FAFSA).
  • Complete Eligibility requirements on time.
  • Utilize Student Success Resources.
  • Know the Campus and Instructor contact info.
  • Understand Transfer requirements.