Muskingum University and the PLUS Program offer a range of services designed to support your success both inside and outside the classroom. Through personalized guidance and individualized support, you can strengthen your academic skills, build confidence, and fully engage in your college experience in a way that meets your unique needs.
LEARN to be a college student, EXPERIENCE a general education course taught by a university professor, ADAPT to using college technology, and PREPARE for college expectations.
LEAP, held by the PLUS Program, is designed for first-year students and supports students with learning differences in transitioning to Muskingum University. The LEAP Program begins two weeks before the fall semester and provides incoming Muskingum University students with the opportunity to experience a college course. Participating in LEAP will fulfill a general education requirement while connecting with other new students and learning skills to support the success of the whole studen
The LEAP Program begins two weeks before the Fall semester, and is held in a blended format. The first week is held virtually, allowing the student to become proficient in the technology used at Muskingum University. Students will attend a general education class, meet with PLUS Learning Specialists, receive instruction on learning strategies, and connect virtually with other LEAP students. The second week will be held on Muskingum University's campus. On Sunday, students move into their own residence hall rooms, attend class in-person, become familiar with the campus, and attend campus events with other LEAP students.
Throughout the two weeks, LEAP has upper-class mentors who assist with the transition to college.
Students should register through their MU status page by June 15 and pay a $100 (non-refundable) deposit at that time. The remainder of the $1000 fee ($900) will be added to the student's fall semester bill. Spots are limited, so deposits are processed as reservation to secure a spot.
Participation in LEAP can benefit students by:
Summer courses are scheduled in an accelerated format of 4-, 5-, or 10-week sessions. Summer PLUS provides executive functioning support for students with learning differences who are enrolled in Muskingum University’s summer courses. To request Summer PLUS support, students should contact the PLUS Program.
Students benefit from participation in Summer PLUS by receiving:
Muskingum University provides numerous services to foster student success.
Student Accessibility Services – Provides federally mandated reasonable accommodations to qualified students with permanent and temporary disabilities to support participation in all aspects of college life in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Counseling Services – Supports students with overcoming personal, emotional, and psychological issues that may negatively impact their ability to reach their academic goals.
Impact Center- Assists students with their career development through major and career exploration, high impact experiences, career planning and career coaching.
Study Center – Provides free peer tutoring to all students.
Writing Center – Assists students with grammar, punctuation, citing sources, and organization of a paper.
Student Health Center – Focuses on minimizing health-related issues.
