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This year's ExSEL 2008 dates are: June 18th through August 4th.

It is an intensive six-week summer skills-building program required for students whose ACT is below 16 or whose SAT is below 740.
Participation is encouraged for all conditionally admitted students whose ACT is between 16 and 19 or whose SAT is between 750 and 890.

I will attend all scheduled class meetings which include: writing skills, reading skills and basic pre-algebra skills.
I should be prepared for a full day of classes and activities.
I will participate in assigned activities.
I will work individually or in small groups developing skills and attaining competency in the above- mentioned courses.
Upon successful completion of the program, I will receive up to 7 hours of institutional credit.

As an ExSEL student, I am eligible for up to $1,000 in a Logan Walker Loan (institutional loan).
Even though I may complete Federal Student Aid before I attend ExSEL, all Federal Student Aid must be used AFTER I have successfully completed the ExSEL program and have been admitted to JSU.

You are strongly encouraged to live on campus.
Students who live on campus are more likely to succeed and make better grades.
You may commute if you live with your parent or guardian.
Information about housing is included with the ExSEL information packet.

Complete the following steps NO LATER than May 10th in order to be considered for the program:

Submit a completed JSU application form and application fee of $20.

Applications

Submit official ACT or SAT scores.
Submit High school transcript (transcript through first semester of the senior year) or GED certification.
To request a complete application package call 1-800-231-5291 or 256-782-5570 or email:

cpeppers@jsu.edu

President’s and Dean’s List (scholastic)

Homecoming Queen

Marching Ballerinas/Marching Southerners

Gamecock Hostesses/Fastbreakers

Show Choir/Gospel Choir/

Drama Productions

Peer Counselors/92J Disc Jockey

Gamecock Football/Baseball/Basketball

“My writing and reading skills have improved tremendously!”….”I gained many friends during my experience in ExSEL !”…. “I learned how to work with a team in ExSEL.”….”I improved my ACT score after I succeeded in ExSEL!”….”I owe so much to my ExSEL staff: they have taught me how to think and think fast!”

I Will:

Strengthen basic skills in reading, writing, mathematics, studying, and reasoning through various learning channels.
Establish realistic academic and vocational goals.
Develop personal life skills, such as: time management, decision-making, social skills, and responsibility.
Meet faculty mentors, counselors, and peer counselors who will assist me throughout the summer and my college career.
Develop computer skills, accuracy, and speed.
Develop appropriate attitudes and behaviors required to be successful at JSU.

Successful completion in the ExSEL program (“C” or better in all courses) will enable me to do the following:

Enroll as a conditionally admitted (CA) student for the fall semester.
Pre-register for skills building courses prescribed by the ExSEL team.
Meet with faculty and peer advisors throughout the fall semester through LS 104, Academic Success Skills, to assist in the transition from ExSEL to college.