Step Ahead Math Class
STEP AHEAD MATH IS FULL. WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.
What is the Step Ahead Math Class?
- a 5.5 -day class to boost students from intermediate algebra to college algebra
- a combination of lecture, lab work and tutoring
- students will be tested at the end of the class to determine if they will be eligible to take college algebra or another college level math course (Math 123, 131, 144, 210, 215)
- college credit will NOT be earned in this class
Why should I take the class?
- to be able to take a math class that will apply to your college degree
Who is eligible?
- Only students who have submitted an online application are eligible
- new entering UTC freshmen who have placed in Math 106
- class limited to 250 students
How do I know if I am eligible?
- ACT score of 19-21
Who will teach the class?
When is the class?
For Fall 2011:
- August 15-20 (Monday-Saturday)
- 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday-Friday; 9 - 11 a.m., 1 - 2 p.m. Saturday
What is the cost?
- There is no cost for the short course. However, students who move into residence halls early will be charged $10 per night, for a total of $40. Information about these charges will be sent by the Housing Office.
When can I move in to my dorm?
FOR STUDENTS WITH A HOUSING ASSIGNMENT:
- Sunday, August 14 - check in at your residence hall office, hours TBA
If you have temporary housing in the hotel, you may not participate in Step Ahead Math, unless you call the number listed below and make other arrangements.
What about meals?
- Meal plans will be available beginning August 19
- Students may add dollars to their MocsCard to purchase food during Step Ahead Math
- Other options will be available on campus and at nearby restaurants - information will be provided
How do I apply?
- Fill out the online form.
Need more information? Contact:
- Office of the Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, Dr. Jocelyn Sanders, (423) 425-4515, or Jocelyn-Sanders@utc.edu
