Select Student Support Services (4S)

Select Student Support Services (4S)
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The University of Michigan-Dearborn Select Student Support Services (4S) Program is a state funded Labor and Economic Opportunity program (LEO). It was created as part of the larger King Chavez Parks (KCP) Initiative. The 4-S Program is designed to develop retention programs that benefit academically or economically disadvantaged students enrolled at 4 year public and independent educational institutions throughout Michigan.

The 4S program aims to increase graduation rates. Our 4S program provides students who are low income, first generation, a student with a disability, and/or exhibit academic need with the following services:

 

 

  • academic tutoring

  • guidance in selecting postsecondary academic courses

  • information for students regarding public and private scholarships and financial aid programs

  • assistance with completing financial aid applications

  • counseling services to improve students’ financial and economic literacy

  • assistance with students’ applications to graduate and professional programs (for four-year grantees)

  • assistance with students’ applications to, and obtaining financial assistance from, four-year programs (for two-year grantees)

 

In addition to the above services, the 4S program at the University of Michigan-Dearborn will provide participants with personalized counseling services, expose students to cultural events, provide an academic or mentoring program and provide resources to secure temporary housing for students who need a place to live (e.g. homeless youth and youth who have aged-out of the foster care system).

 

Who is eligible?

Eligible participants of the 4S program must meet the following requirements:

  • be a current University of Michigan-Dearborn student 

  • meet citizenship criteria

  • be a resident of Michigan

and at least one of the following:

  • be low income (PELL eligible) 

  • be first generation

  • be registered with Disability and Accessibility Services at UM-Dearborn

  • have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or less

  • and/or be required to take remedial courses

 

Join the 4S Program!

If you are interested in joining the Select Student Support Services (4S), please complete the assessment below to determine your eligibility.

2024-2025 Student Support Services (4S) Program Assessment

Meet Our Team!

Rachel Leonard

 Rachel Leonard
Manager of the select Student Support Services

Email: [email protected]

Rachel's LinkedIn

Book an Appointment: Rachel's Appointment Link

Amari Edwards

Amari Edwards
Tutor/Mentor 

Tutoring Subjects:

  • Algebra
  • Chem 134
  • Bio 140
  • Comp 105
  • Comp 106

Major: Biochemistry 

Email: [email protected]

Book an Appointment: Amari's Appointment Link

Amari's LinkedIn

Office of TRIO Programs

229 - Fairlane Center North
19000 Hubbard Drive
Dearborn, MI 48126
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Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
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Phone: 313-593-5425
Fax: 313-593-5021