What is the College Reach-Out Program

Since 1992, The Florida State University has implemented the College Reach-Out Program (CROP) as part of a state-wide initiative funded by the Florida Department of Education.
At FSU, CROP is administered by the Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement, and serves the following schools in Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties:
Havana Middle School, East Gadsden High School, West Gadsden High School, Wakulla High School, and Lincoln High School.
The College Reach-Out Program is an educational and motivational program that is designed to help students prepare for a successful college education. Participants in CROP must be students in grades 6-12 who meet certain educational and economic criteria as set forth by the State of Florida. Students must be enrolled at one the targeted schools.

CROP
University Experience Program

The University Experience Program (UEP) is a summer residential program that exposes high school students to college life. During the two-week program, students are housed in a residence hall; introduced to the realities of campus life; attend workshops on the admission's process, financial aid, and career decision-making; take tours of museums and cultural sites; learn standardized test-taking strategies; and take a special administration of the SAT. CARE staff and FSU upperclassmen serve as advisors and mentors to the students during the program. High school junior and seniors will have the opportunity to learn more about higher education by spending two weeks at Florida State University.

Activities and workshops will address the following topics:

• How to be admitted to the college of your choice
• How to apply to college
• How to apply for financial aid and what aid is available
• Where to look for scholarships
• Where to find academic services on campus
• How to survive in college: developing good study habits
• How to prepare for the SAT
• How to academically prepare for college

What will it cost?

• All program fees, including room, board, and materials, are provided by the program.
• You will need to provide your own transportation to and from Tallahassee.
• Some pocket money for personal expenses is recommended.

To apply, send:

• A University Experience Program application, and
• A copy of your high school transcript (for verification purposes)

Note: Students can find the UEP application at the Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement Programs. Students selected for the program will be required to submit additional information.

Only those students currently enrolled in CROP may participate in the University Experience Program. On a space available basis, non-participants may apply for participation at their own cost.