Early intervention encompasses the “systematic method of recording and communicating student behaviors that contribute to student attrition” and “effective intervention at the first indication of academic difficulty” (Tampke, 2013). Intervention initiatives can be:
- Faculty initiated
- Campus partner initiated
- Advisor initiated
Regardless of where and how interventions originate, academic advisors are uniquely suited to provide targeted and personalized interventions to students in their caseloads and within their colleges and departments. The UAC’s intervention efforts are based on relevant literature and national best practice.
UAC Interventions
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Non-Registered in Upcoming Term
Outreach to students who have not registered for the upcoming term in a timely manner.
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Ensuring Degree-Applicable Credit
Reducing the number of students enrolled in incorrect and/or unnecessary classes.
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Scholarship Risk Intervention
Outreach to students at risk of losing their scholarship(s).
Academic Advisor Outreach
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Non-Returner Survey
Advisors are encouraged to help gather information on student reasons for not returning to USC
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Merit Scholarship 15-Hour Alert
Alerts to students with merit scholarships who drop below 15 credits hours in a semester.