NC GEAR UP at Â鶹ÊÓƵ
NC GEAR UP
The Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) initiative at Â鶹ÊÓƵ (Â鶹ÊÓƵ) is a student success coaching program designed to support students as they transition to college life. College offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experiences, education, and skills that are essential for achieving both personal and academic goals. GEAR UP helps students navigate this journey successfully.
What is a Success Coach?
A GEAR UP Success Coach is dedicated to guiding students from the moment they are admitted to Â鶹ÊÓƵ through their first year of college. Success Coaches ensure a smooth enrollment process while helping students develop the essential skills needed for a successful college experience and beyond.
Who Can Participate in GEAR UP Coaching?
Graduates from one of 12 high schools in North Carolina are automatically eligible to receive GEAR UP services. These schools include:
| Burns High School | South View High School |
| Gates High School | South Columbus High School |
| Harnett Central High School | Southwest Edgecombe High School |
| Hoke County High School | Washington High School |
| Jones Senior High School | West Craven High School |
| Montgomery Central High School | West Columbus High School |
How Can GEAR UP Students Achieve Success in Their First Year at Â鶹ÊÓƵ?
- Develop key success skills: Focus on building and enhancing skills that will help you thrive academically and personally.
- Engage in success coaching sessions: Actively participate in both in-person and/or virtual coaching sessions to stay on track.
- Stay connected with your Success Coach: Maintain regular communication to receive ongoing guidance and support.
- Adopt a growth mindset: Embrace challenges and see them as opportunities for growth and improvement.
Contact Us
Diana Brown
GEAR UP Success Coach
(910) 695-3787
brownd@sandhills.edu