Personalized mentorship matters: College Freshmen who receive coaching are 15% more likely to remain in college compared to those who don’t receive such support. — Stanford Professor Research

The Freshman Year Academic Dip

High Attrition Rates: Around 30% of college freshmen do not return for their sophomore year — highlighting the difficulties students face during this transition.

Impact of Distractions: Certain environmental factors, such as having a roommate who frequently plays video games, can lead to reduced study time and a GPA decrease of around 0.24 points.

The Power of Mentorship & Coaching

Enhanced Retention: Structured academic coaching has been linked to a 15% increase in college retention rates and a 12% boost in graduation rates.

Supplemental Instruction Benefits: Participating students earn higher final course grades and have lower withdrawal rates — regardless of their ethnicity or prior academic achievement.

Structured guidance raises success: Consistent academic coaching relationships throughout college can lead to over a 12% increase in credential completion and a 22% higher retention rate.

Key Benefits for Your Child:

• Personalized Academic Coaching: Weekly one-on-one sessions focusing on time management, study strategies, and goal setting.

• Enhanced Accountability: Regular check-ins to monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed.

• Stress Management Support: Techniques to handle academic pressures and maintain mental well-being.* We are not mental health counselors. If a student needs clinical care, we’ll refer them to licensed professionals and/or campus support.

• Improved Academic Performance: Evidence-based approaches to boost GPA and academic standing.

• Increased Retention Rates: Support systems that encourage persistence through the first year and beyond.

Degrees get jobs: College dropouts make an average of 35% less income than bachelor’s degree holders and are 20% more likely to be unemployed than any degree holder.

What You’ll Gain:

• Customized Coaching: Work with a dedicated coach to develop effective study habits and time management skills.

• Goal Setting and Achievement: Learn to set realistic goals and create actionable plans to reach them.

• Stress Reduction Techniques: Access resources and strategies to manage stress and maintain balance.

• Academic Improvement: Receive guidance aimed at enhancing your GPA and academic confidence.

• Ongoing Support: Benefit from a consistent support system that keeps you motivated and on track.

The Lifelong Impact:

• Engaging with an academic coach can make you 15% more likely to stay in college after your first year.

• Students with consistent coaching relationships are 12% more likely to complete their degrees.

• Students who finish their college degree make 35% more money than those who don’t.

Advising boosts retention: University of Arkansas’ Accelerate Student Program supports first-generation college students through mentorship, achieved a record retention rate of 97.5% from fall to spring semester.

Who Our CSP is For:

Whether you’re entering your first year, transferring to a new school, returning after a gap year, or simply seeking extra support after a challenging start, College Success is here to help you start strong and stay on track.

Our hybrid program is tailored to fit your unique needs—whether you’re living on campus, commuting from home, or learning remotely.

We want you to thrive in College — not just survive!

How CSP Works:

• Pre-college onboarding meeting with student + family

• Ongoing weekly check-ins via Zoom or in-person

• Personalized academic planning and time management support

• Guided use of campus resources and services

• Regular progress tracking with goal-setting and accountability check-ins

• Monthly reports available to students and families (if desired)

• Multi-tiered subscription packages to meet your child’s needs

Coaching drives graduation rates: By investing in student academic and mentor support programs, Texas Tech achieved record-high graduation rates, with a four-year rate of 51% and a six-year rate of 69%.

Sarah Leonard, President & Founder