360 Institute at Greenville Technical College

WHAT IS 360 INSTITUTE?

360 Institute supports Greenville Technical College by improving retention and graduation rates of first-time, full-time students through specialized advising and instruction, financial literacy coaching, and elevated career readiness opportunities through internships, job shadowing and professional development seminars.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO BE A 360 SCHOLAR?

Any student attending GTC for the first time and taking at least 12 credit hours per semester is eligible.

HOW DOES 360 INSTITUTE HELP ME?

As a 360 Scholar, your college experience will include:

An advisor who will guide you through your first year.
A career specialist who will assist you in developing career-related skills.
An on-campus work experience in your field of interest.
A financial coach who will provide money management advice.

Specialized Advising

Your academic advisor assists you with information and resources to choose a major, schedule classes, and progress towards graduation. As a 360 Scholar, you will meet with your advisor monthly to discuss your progress and any concerns.

Career Readiness

The goal of your education is to prepare you for your career and learn the skills needed to succeed in the world of work. With the assistance of the 360 career specialist, you will focus on developing key traits needed to advance in your field of interest.

On-Campus Work Opportunities

Employers prefer to hire college graduates who have career readiness skills. As a 360 Scholar, you will participate in on-campus work experience opportunities focused on providing you with early career exposure and real-world work experience.

Financial Coaching

Financial literacy is all about learning how to manage money and your mindset associated with money. In the 360 Institute, a financial coach will help you understand your financial habits, learn how to budget your money, manage your financial aid award, build credit and plan for your future.

READY TO GET STARTED?

If you are a first-time first-semester GTC Student and you've completed the FAFSA, contact us at 360Institute@my.gvltec.edu to become a 360 Scholar!

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY ABOUT BEING A 360 SCHOLAR:

Being in the 360 Scholar program has been such a great opportunity and has helped me get ahead of the chaos. I loved getting to meet new people and find out all the great things Greenville Tech has to offer.

Bailey D.

Dental Hygiene

My first-year experience as a 360 Scholar was one of the best experiences I have had in a school! I loved how personable the whole experience is, and how the instructors (especially mine) took the chance to get to know me and rooted for me throughout my successes at the college. As someone who took time off from school and is back in school, this is definitely the experience I needed since I had to get back into the groove of things. The 360 Scholar program helped me become the great student I wanted to be. It is such a special program to be part of and I am extremely lucky and happy to be a part of it.

Madeline W.

Associate in Science, University Transfer

My first year as a 360 scholar has been amazing and turned out much better than I was expecting. The team of instructors/advisers are passionate, knowledgeable, and have been a real asset to me. Returning to school after 31 years was a big challenge for me, but with the help and guidance of my wonderful adviser, my transition back to school was easily managed. I highly recommend the 360.

Chris W.

Respiratory Care

As a 360 scholar, I liked the vast opportunities available to me like internships, job shadowing, and any extra help given. I felt welcomed by the community as soon as I went to the orientation meeting and felt supported by the students who came and talked about their experiences in their program. I also felt heard and was given great support from Mr. Rick when meeting up with him for a career talk, since I am undecided in my career.

Saryu R.

Associate in Science, University Transfer