School of Academic Advancement

From enrollment to graduation, the faculty and staff of the School of Academic Advancement are committed to preparing students for college coursework and experiences. Together, we strive to connect students with people, courses, services, resources, and opportunities that can help them meet their goals.

Departments that comprise the School of Academic Advancement are Academic Coaching & Tutoring, Academic Connections, Learning Resources, and Transitional Studies.

"Our goal is to help you reach your academic and life goals, even when challenges and responsibilities seem to be blocking your path. From the time you enroll until after you graduate, we offer instruction, services, and resources that help you grow and succeed in your courses, your career, and your life."

Cindy Davies, M.L.I.S.
Dean, School of Academic Advancement

Mission Statement:

The School of Academic Advancement supports and engages students at all stages of their academic journeys by providing connections to quality courses, services, resources, and opportunities that assist them in meeting their educational and personal goals.

Vision Statement:

Each student will have holistic support—both in and out of the classroom—from enrollment to graduation.

Programs

Academic Advising helps students select programs and courses that align with each student's academic goals.
Planning and Transfer Headquarters (PATH) helps students plan their transfer to a four-year college or university.
Transitional Studies classes prepare you for college-level courses.
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes help students improve ready and writing skills to achieve college and career goals.
College Skills courses and the Find Your E program assist first-year college students in their successful transition to GTC, giving them tools to achieve success through college and beyond.
Civic Engagement supports student success through community service.
Academic Coaching helps students develop stronger time management, study, note-taking and test-taking skills.
Subject Tutoring delivers free one-on-one, group, and online tutoring help in many subjects.
Math Centers and Writing Centers assist students with course assignments and homework questions.
GTC Libraries deliver access to resources, teach information literacy, and offer engaging programs.
Computer Labs provide access to computers and learning software as well as printing, scanning and copying services.
Creative Inquiry is undergraduate research and project-based learning that helps students enrich their learning experience.
Financial Education Center empowers students to attain academic, career, and life goals through financial literacy.
The STAR Program and the Caring Corner Food Pantry provides emergency food assistance to GTC students.

School of Academic Advancement Contacts

Dean
(864) 250-8494

Barton Campus, Administrative Building 123, Suite 116

Assistant Dean
René Sawyer
(864) 250-8528
email

Barton Campus, University Transfer Building 104, Room 140A

Administrative Assistant
(864) 250-8239

Barton Campus, Administrative Building 123, Suite 116

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Greenville Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Greenville Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).