Select Student Support Services (4S)
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
Manager of the select Student Support Services
Email: [email protected]
Book an Appointment: Rachel's Appointment Link
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