SOAR ASAP @ Harford

ACADEMIC SUPPORT 

• Dedicated advisor: Partner with an assigned, dedicated advisor who supports you from enrollment to graduation through SOAR ASAP’s personal, proactive approach. Your advisor will check in regularly, help you stay on track, and connect you to resources as you build time management, problem-solving, and self-advocacy skills. You’ll have steady support every step of the way. .
• Academic Workshops: Participate in structured workshops on study skills, time management, and academic success strategies to build strong foundations for college achievement.
• Tutoring: Engage in one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to strengthen your academic skills and build confidence.

PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 

• Career Exploration & Planning: Discover career paths, connect with local employers, and gain real-world experience.
• Professional Development: Participate in workshops and opportunities that build your resume and prepare you for success after graduation.
• Success Coaching: Develop essential life skills, from time management to goal setting, with individual and group coaching.
• Community: Connect with a supportive network of peers who share your goals and celebrate your success along the way.
• Leadership Opportunities: Participate in student leadership and community-building programming to strengthen skills, increase confidence, and boost your resume.
• Transfer Support: Receive support and guidance in transitioning to a 4-year college after graduation.  

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

• Transportation: $50 each month to help cover the cost of getting to campus (gas or bus card) 
• Book Stipend: $150 toward purchase of course materials 
• Tuition Gap Scholarship: $175 for students with unmet tuition needs 

Those in the SOAR ASAP program must have:

• declared a qualifying major
  (nursing, dual enrollment, and certificate programs are not eligible)
• no more than two semesters needed of transitional course requirements 
• earned a high school diploma or equivalency by the time you start the program
• 21 or fewer program-applicable college credits earned or in progress when accepted into SOAR ASAP (does not include credits earned through dual enrollment) and be in good academic standing  

Meet regularly with your dedicated advisor. 
It is important to establish a connection with your advisor early and continue to meet throughout your time  in the SOAR ASAP program. You meet with your advisor twice a month during your first semester. After that, the number of required meetings is determined based on your needs. 

Fulfill any required transitional coursework within the first year. 
Completing transitional courses in the first year ensures you continue to make progress toward your degree. If you need to a transitional course in Math and/or English, your advisor will make sure you are enrolled in these classes in your first semester and are connected to the Learning Center for tutoring. 

Attend tutoring as determined by your advisor. 
If you need additional academic support, you will work with a highly trained tutor in the Learning Center.  

Enroll in full-time study until completion. 
To make sure you graduate on time, it is necessary to maintain full-time enrollment. You are encouraged to take 15 credits in the Fall and Spring semesters or enroll in winter or summer courses to ensure you earn at least 30 credits each academic year. 

Attend helpful, engaging workshops. 
Attending required SOAR-sponsored events helps you get important information about the College, arrange your financial aid/transfer/career plans, and meet other SOAR ASAP students.