About

The mission of Student Support Services is to assist college students with overcoming personal concerns, academic deficiencies and financial difficulties that could impair their chances of succeeding in college. Student Support Services also provides students with the necessary tools to adjust to the demands of a college environment, while helping them develop good study habits and decision-making skills that increase retention and graduation rates for college students.

Students can request an in-person or virtual advising appointment by logging into the  or by contacting our office at 702-895-4777. You will need to use your ACE ID to log into the portal. Once in, select your Academic Coordinator to set your appointment. Additional instructions for setting appointments can be accessed on our scheduling page.

Services

  • Academic counseling
  • Personal counseling
  • Graduate school counseling
  • Career counseling
  • Financial literacy education
  • Tutoring services
  • Workshops

Workshops

  • Note taking and listening skills
  • Test-taking strategies
  • GRE preparation
  • Financial literacy
  • Budgeting and Credit Card Management
  • Funding College
  • Personal Statements and Reference Letters
  • Health Improves Together (H.I.T.) Information Session
  • Stop Procrastination
  • Test Taking Skills
  • Study Skills and Time Management

Eligibility

  • Be formally admitted to 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ
  • Be a US Citizen or
  • Have need for academic support
  • Be low income, and/or, first-generation and/or a student with a documented disability

To find out if you are eligible, call 702-895-4777 or stop by our offices (51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ SSC-301A, third floor)

Cost

There is no charge other than your commitment to education. Your future is your responsibility!

Application

For more information regarding the submission of your application, or if you have any further questions, please contact us by phone 702-895-4777, or by email caeocollegeprograms@unlv.edu

 

Financial Aid

To be eligible for the SS Grant-In-Aid you must be:

  • Freshmen or sophomore class standing (less than 60 credits) and be receiving the Federal Pell Grant
  • Enrolled in 12 or more credits at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ during the semester and have a minimum GPA of 2.0
  • Actively involved in the SSS program throughout the academic year (i.e. two or more appointments with your academic advisor, participating in SSS workshops and attending CAEO events, etc.)
  • Complete the FDIC Money Smarts Financial Education Module and submit a Certificate of Completion for at least one module. Students can visit the .

For more information, please contact Terri Bernstein at 702-895-4776 / terri.bernstein@unlv.edu, or contact the front office at 702-895-4777.

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