Center for Academic Excellence
Ups and downs are a normal part of the college experience. When everything's going great, we'll be here cheering along the sidelines. And when the going gets tough, we'll be ready with resources to keep you moving in the direction of your goals. Thanks to all of this support, you'll be free to focus on a future made by hand.
Contact
- Center for Academic Excellence
- Davie Jane Gilmour Center, Rm. 1049
570.320.5228 866.331.3777 - academicexcellence@pct.edu
It's time to thrive.
Plan for your success.
Make an appointment to solidify your game plan. A Coordinator of Student Success is ready to assess and guide. You can schedule a virtual or in-person meeting at your convenience.
Find resources to keep you on track.
Stop in and check out what's available. Pick up and go, chat with one of our staff members, or plan to attend one of our regular sessions designed to help you thrive academically and personally.
Collaborate with a dedicated team of advocates.
When you walk through our doors, you can always count on advice from a team committed to helping you reach your absolute best.
Take a look inside.
Stop by and we'll show you around. In the meantime, here are a few pics to hold you over.
Tap into specialized resources.
Each student experience is unique. That's why we have services dedicated to your particular needs.
Veteran & Military Services
Our dedicated team will help you take advantage of benefits and make a smooth transition to civilian life.
Tutoring Services
Stay on course with support from a comprehensive center that offers a number of diverse learning opportunities to promote success.
International Support
Access resources provided to help you thrive in your new home away from home.
Study Skills
Get direction on how to implement better study skills to improve academic preparedness by working with our team in partnership with faculty.
Student Advocacy
Benefit from services designed to support student advocacy and offer high-level intervention resources, both internal and external to Penn College.
Peer Mentoring (coming soon)
Make a meaningful connection with a peer mentor, trained to share knowledge and experience with you as you navigate your Penn College journey.
Gear up for success.
Tap into this resource and get all the information you need to build your student success plan.
For Students
Check in weekly for helpful tips, tasks, and advice based on what's happening during the semester. Follow this path and utilize the information to gear up for each week.
Support Services
The Center for Academic Excellence is the go-to hub for specialized services. Lean on them for resources and guidance. This may mean connecting you directly to these other areas.
Disability & Access Resources
We believe in a level playing field for all. Whatever your needs may be, our team is here to help.
The College Store
Convenient and cost effective, utilize our College Store for purchasing program supplies, tools, uniforms, textbooks, Penn College gear, and much more.
Counseling Services
Our team of experienced counselors promotes wellness strategies that help Wildcats feel their absolute best.
College Health Services
It's easy to stay healthy when you've got a healthcare clinic right on campus. Plus, visits are free.
Residence Life
If you live on campus, you'll have a resident assistant just down the hall. They were in your shoes before and are an excellent resource.
The Madigan Library
Providing access to collections in all formats, our librarians and staff supports your instructional and research needs.
College Police
Rest assured in knowing our full-time staff is present and committed to facilitating a safe learning environment.
Career Services
Wildcats have lifetime access to a full-service career hub with everything from resume and interview prep to the alumni mentorship program.
Financial Aid
College is an investment in your future. The better you plan today, the lighter your load will be tomorrow. Questions? Our team is here to help!
Leading the Way
"We understand that whatever is happening in your life can weigh heavily on your academic success. As a collaborative partner, we will strive to connect you with expert resources such as your academic advisor, counseling services, and student engagement."
Christie A. Bing Kracker
Director of the Center for Academic Excellence