CompuCollege is a large multi-campus operation that has implemented a comprehensive  two-week, twenty-hour Student Success Strategies module that is an integral part of every course offering.  According to Debra Johns, Vice-President for Operations at CompuCollege Atlantic Region, “emphasis is placed on thinking about achieving success from Day One.  This module stresses the importance of developing non-technical skills to enhance personal, academic, and career success.  These skills include effective goal setting, understanding learning styles, practical time management, memory and test taking techniques, maintaining motivation, efficient note taking along with money management and writing techniques.”

Included in this module is an in-class visit from CompuCollege Financial Services Representatives during the first week.  Here students are able to improve their financial literacy,  as well as their understanding of student loan processes and payment options.  Personal budgeting is also taught within the module and students receive a copy of Dan Baker’s The Debt Free Graduate as well as a student portfolio or Passport.