How does Project DEgree work?
Year One
All students begin in a learning community of 20-25 students. They take developmental level coursework in reading
and writing, a math success workshop, a college success course, and receive supplemental tutoring in writing. Each
learning community is assigned an academic success coach who works intensively with each student during their first
year at the college.
Students progress as a learning community, taking the next sequence of reading, writing, and math classes plus a
study skills course. The academic success coach teaches the college success and study skills courses in order to
provide more holistic support by getting to know their students as learners.
Spring quarter, students will continue as a learning community by fulfilling several degree requirements as well as
continuing the math sequence. Students are expected to participate in Project DEgree activities summer quarter as
well.
Year Two
Students fully transition into college-level coursework and work toward the certificate or degree of their choice.
Students are encouraged to take at least 12 credits each quarter. They are supported by a completion advisor who
provides advising and connects students to college resources and supports as needed.
What can Project DEgree students achieve in this program?
Student can earn the associate’s degree or certificate of their choosing. Project DEgree staff will be there to help
students achieve their goal.
What do Project DEgree students commit to?
- Taking at least 12 credits fall, winter, and spring quarters
- Participating in Project DEgree activities during summer quarter
- The ultimate goal – earning a college degree
- Earning a 2.0 or above in each class
- Missing no more than 5 class sessions per quarter
- Being part of a team
What kind of supports help Project DEgree students earn a college degree?
Students who are accepted into the program are assigned an academic success coach. The coach provides support and
access to resources to help all students in the program to be successful. The academic success coach provides the
following services:
- Transcript reviews and academic advising
- Assistance with completing enrollment and registration
- Referrals to resources, such as financial aid, tutoring, counseling, student activities and health services
- Personal guidance including assistance with problem solving, time management, and stress management
How much does it cost?
Students pay tuition for the classes that they take. Students receive many additional services and supports (listed
above) free of charge to help them progress toward a degree.
When and where are the classes offered?
Classes during Degree Year One are only offered at Spokane Falls Community College. Thereafter students are free to
take classes at SCC or through the IEL if their offerings are more relevant to degree or certificate completion, but
the Completion Advisor is an SFCC employee. A Project DEgree staff person can talk further about the specific class
schedule.
Who are Project DEgree students?
- Have attained a high school diploma or GED
- Are 18-26 years old at the time they start
- Have placed into college developmental education classes in reading, writing, and math
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Are committed to and have the ability to pay for 12 credits of tuition and fees fall (financial aid is
available)
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Are willing to make a long term commitment (2+years) to work hard to complete a college degree. The ultimate goal
is to earn a college degree.