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Union University

Keystone Program

Center for Academic Success at Union

Keystone

Our mission is to encompass and connect the academic achievement, personal strengths, values, goals, and faith for each student in the Keystone program.

To achieve this mission, the Center for Academic Success (CAS) puts together an individualized academic plan for each student for the first year. What makes this plan work? We start by defining a student's need. We work with the students, parents and the academic community to develop a roadmap for success. It is a partnership that can begin during the admission process and continues through the first year of the student's enrollment. It is our goal to provide a smooth transition from the high school classroom to the college environment by giving our students support and accountability in navigating through the freshman year.

95.8%of participants returned to Union after the first semester

97%of participants achieved a GPA of at least 2.6 or higher on a four-point scale

72%of participants achieved a GPA of a least 3.0 or higher on a four-point scale

92%Recent First Year Retention

Testimonials

Scott and Suzanne ErlandsonScott and Suzanne Erlandson

Libertyville, Ill., Krista Erlandson's Parents

"Keystone was the bridge that our children needed to successfully transition from high school to college. The support and instruction Keystone gave them built their confidence in studying, writing papers and taking tests. The opportunity for our children to meet on a regular basis with their Keystone advisor gave us, as parents, peace of mind. We are thankful and grateful for the opportunity Keystone gave our son and daughter."

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