Woodbridge Promise College Prep Program Brochure

Wrap-Around Services
In order for high school students to excel in the Woodbridge Promise College Prep Program and beyond, Ferris State will
offer the following workshops and materials to students and their families:
Orientation for Students and Families
All Woodbridge students and families participate in an
orientation session. The session includes tips for taking
college classes, what to expect at the University level, and
how to interact with professors. Students also receive their
FSU ID cards.
Supporting a College-Going Culture
Learn how students and parents/guardians can create and
support a college-going culture in their homes. We will also
be discussing tips for students success when they are away at
college.
Navigating the College System
Applying to college can be overwhelming, confusing, and
intimidating. Learn how to select a college that’s right for you,
navigate the admissions process, and the steps to take after
you have been accepted.
Paying for College: Financial Aid
Wondering how you are going to afford college? This
workshop will be conducted by a financial aid counselor who
will explain the different options available for paying for
college including loans and scholarships. Workshop attendees
will also learn about the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA).
Contact Us:
Ferris State University
Center for College Readiness
809 Campus Drive, HFE 117
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Phone: 231-591-5980
Email: [email protected]
www.ferris.edu/woodbridgepromise
Woodbridge
Promise College
Prep Program
Sponsored by Ferris State University’s
Division of Academic Affairs, Retention
and Student Success Unit, and the
Center for College Readiness
Purpose of the Woodbridge Promise College Prep Program
The purpose of the Woodbridge Promise College Prep Program is to allow eligible students
to:
 Establish credit and proficiency in mathematics, reading, and English at or beyond the
developmental level so they can begin postsecondary work as bona fide freshmen.
 Enhance their admissions credentials so that they may qualify for admission to a
postsecondary institution of their choice and be granted financial aid.
 Complete up to 14 college credits during their senior year of high school to enhance
their prospects for postsecondary completion and shorten the time to degree
completion and reduce student debt.
 Achieve college-ready standards by
graduation from high school.
The Woodbridge Promise College Prep
Program for high school students is proud to
partner with Intermediate School Districts
and secondary schools to offer collegelevel courses and workshops to secondary
Program Eligibility Criteria
students. Partners for the 2013-14 academic
Academic Requirements
year include:
Students must possess a 2.50 cumulative high school grade point average
Charlotte Public Schools
and have ACT subscores that place them into both Ferris developmental
Mecosta-Osceola ISD
courses (MATH 110 and READ 106). Applicants must be recommended by
Big
Rapids High School
their high school. Accepted students must commit to a year-long program
Chippewa
Hills High School
of half-day instruction.
Crossroads Charter Academy
Evart High School
Course Placement/ACT Scores
Morley-Stanwood High School
ACT
SAT
FSU Course
Reed City High School
(Subscore)
(Subscore)
Placement
˂16 (Reading)
OR
˂430 (CR)
READ 106
15-18 (Math)
OR
350-450 (Math)
MATH 110
The program calendar and course
schedules will operate on a modified Ferris
State calendar. The program will start
on the high school calendar and will end
on the last day of the Ferris State spring
semester. Ferris State will offer courses in
the morning Monday-Friday. All courses
will meet the contact time requirements
for university credit over the course of the
semester.
Our Partners
Calendar
Costs
Please contact the Center for College
Readiness at 231-591-5980 or at
[email protected] for more
information regarding the cost of the
program.
About the Program’s Course Offerings
Courses offered during the program include MATH 110, READ 106, CARE
102, ENGL 150, and the DIST 100 success seminar. Students who successfully
complete all courses with a grade of C or higher will receive a certificate
of completion and will be eligible for admission to Ferris State University
with the Fall 2014 freshman cohort. It is important to note that credit for the
developmental classes would be transferrable only as elective credit at other
institutions, though with a C grade or higher the course should meet the
comparable developmental requirements at those institutions.
Curriculum and Course Descriptions
MATH 110 Fundamentals of Algebra (4 credits)
An introductory course in algebra covering linear equations, exponents,
polynomials, factoring, solving quadratic equations by factoring, rational
expressions, solving linear systems of equations, and applications. Integrated
into the course at appropriate points are the following topics of arithmetic: prime
factoring, GCF, LCD, numerical fractions, and signed number. Pre-Requisites:
MATH 010 with grade of C- or better, or 15 on ACT or 350 on SAT.
READ 106 College Reading Methods (3 credits)
Improving reading comprehension, vocabulary, and rate. A variety of contentarea (textbook) attack strategies for coping with college-level reading material,
including metacognitive skills, text analysis, orientation skills, and adaptation
skills.
CARE 102 Career and Education Planning (3 credits)
Self-evaluation, vocational and educational planning, and the concept of
career development as a lifelong process will be explored through the use of
inventories, group discussion, and individual projects. CARE 102 will be a
combination of online and in-person instruction.
ENGL 150 English 1 (3 credits)
Organize and develop papers for diverse audiences and purposes; including
how to discover and focus on a topic, develop ideas, gather support, and draft
and revise papers effectively. Fundamental language skills and introduction to
library research and argumentation. Pre-Requisites: ENGL 074 or better or a
minimum score of 14 on ACT or a minimum score of 370 on SAT.
DIST 100 Directed Studies Seminar (1 credit)
Developing strategies for managing the changes that impact students as they
transition to college.
Developmental
Curriculum at
Ferris State
The Developmental
Curriculum Department of
University College provides a
variety of courses to students
seeking to improve their
academic readiness or to
determine their career path.
Its faculty are committed
to developing and offering
educational opportunities that
prepare students for the academic
challenges of university life.
The services provided promote
personal, academic, cultural and
social growth according to the
principles of adult learning and
development.
Goals of the Developmental
Curriculum Department include:
 Improving basic college
learning skills
 Improving educational
efficiency by assisting the
University in retaining greater
numbers of potentially
successful students
 Aiding the in-service of faculty
who teach (outside our area)
at-risk freshmen in making
informed choices for textbooks
and methods of content delivery