GENERAL INFORMATION

The Summer Transitional Program (STP) is designed to assist students in both their academic and personal adjustment to the University. Academic adjustment is aided by tutoring and skills enhancement in math, English and college study strategies, coupled with enrollment in a selected three credit university core course. In addition, students enroll in a one credit orientation course. Weekly individual and/or group counseling sessions are also provided. The six week STP is required of all students admitted to the University through SSS/IED.

The Student Support Services/Intensive Educational Development (SSS/IED) Programs provide an admissions option for high school seniors who display the potential to be successful at the University of Maryland even though the academic profile may be less competitive. Specifically, the programs provide undergraduate students with instruction in skills enhancement, academic tutoring and counseling support necessary to improve retention and graduation rates.

Admission Into STP

Factors Considered in the SSS/IED Admissions Process:

1. SSS/IED Verification Form
2. Parents or Guardians current tax year 1040 Tax Form
3. University of Maryland Application for Admission
4. Diagnostic Testing (English, math, reading)
5. Two recommendations (one must be from an English or math instructor)
6. High school transcripts (ACT, SAT, GPA, etc)
7. Extra-curricular activities
8. Personal essay
9. Interview (if necessary)

Review by SSS/IED staff

STP Retention Policy

Students enrolled in the SSS/IED Summer Transitional Program (STP) must successfully complete all program requirements to be admitted to the University in the fall semester.

STP Classroom Expectations

1. Students will attend classes on time daily.
2. Students will be prepared and participate in classes.
3. Attendance will be taken each day.
4. Students will receive out-of-class assignments with clear instructions according to course outline.
5. All instructors will follow the lead of the Component coordinator and will be accountable to Component Coordinator.
6. Students will not wear ear-phones while in class.
7. Student will conduct themselves with respect for each other and the instructor in every classroom.
8. Student hats will be allowed only where it is a necessary part of the students dress. Professional discretion is encouraged; however, this is the classroom instructor’s call.
9. Students?disruptive behavior will not be tolerated, and should be reported to the Director immediately.
10. Students will submit a complete and neat (typed when appropriate) response to all out-of-class assignments.
11. Students will adhere to the University policy on classroom conduct.
12. Students will be responsible for obtaining missed assignments/classwork from peers or by appointment with instructors.

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STP Mid-Semester And Final Examinations

During the STP, each academic component provides the Counseling Component with a mid-semester and final evaluation of students' performance and progress.

LETTERS/COMMENTS FROM AAP STUDENTS

“AAP has done a lot of positive things for me. I have had the opportunity to do things other freshman would never think about. AAP has provided me with a family type atmosphere, something I think every college student needs to be successful.   Brandon Potter    STP '00

“Dr. Lewis do you know me? Dr. Murray do you know me? You must because you counted me in when all else counted me out. You believed when it seemed as if there was little to believe in. Remember, in life, those who often change the world are seldom expected to. The Academic Achievement Program is to my colleagues and I precisely what Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was to the cause of racial equality, a believer.    Mohamed B. Savage    STP '00

“Whatever success or accomplishment I may achieve in the future, the guidance of Mr. Nottingham, Dr. Murray and the rest of the AAP staff were contributing factors. Thank you AAP for a solid foundation towards success at UMCP and beyond.    Nana Appiah    STP '98

“The Academic Achievement Programs has made my dream come true of going to college and becoming success. Thank you all!   Kirsten Byers    STP '00

“Being in AAP has allowed me to accomplish goals that I have desired. It has helped me to strengthen my weakness through tutoring and support. Because of AAP I am a 3.00 student. Thank you.   Latrese Spears    STP '99

“AAP has been a great experience for me and everyone else involved in this program. This program gives people the opportunity to adapt into college life.   Juan Aristy    STP '00

“In the beginning, I thought AAP was going to be a waste of time. In the end though, I came out benefiting more than any other regular freshman. The benefits are incredible if you take it into consideration. You receive college credits in the summer before the fall semester. The tutoring is helpful, and you realize that the reason you got a good grade in a class, is because you got help in what you didn’t know. When you graduate, you’ll thank AAP for making your first two years an easy transition.    Frank Yupari    STP '99

“AAP at the University of Maryland, College Park is one of the best learning environments for me as a first year student making the transition from High School to College.   Aaron Holland    STP '00

“The Academic Achievement Program is a wonderful bridge program from high school to college. The work is intense as well as challenging, but it shows you the obstacles you will face while at the University of Maryland.    Mtokufa Ngwenya    '00

“My experience being in the AAP/IED Program has been one of the best experiences of my life. When I first received my letter from the University of Maryland saying I was denied admission, naturally I was depressed. Then I read the letter from the AAP/IED Program, and naturally I had my doubts. "What was this program? Can they really help me get into the University of Maryland?" After a day of thinking, I decided to go ahead and join the program. Like I said before, it has been one of my best experiences ever. The staff at the AAP/IED program is wonderful; they truly care about their students as people, not just as a social security number. If I were given a choice of gaining admission to the University through their regular procedure, or going through the AAP/IED Program, I would choose AAP/IED in a second.   Lin Tu    '97

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IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS

YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT STP

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FAVORITE LINKS

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For additional information on the Summer Transitional Program contact:

Edith M. Johnson, Administrative Assistant
2211 Marie Mount Hall
College Park, Maryland 20742
301.405.4739
301.314.9794 fax
eburgess@umd.edu

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