Four to Finish
Augusta University believes in the “4 To Finish” principles: or the idea that these four tips will lead you on the right path to completing your program and graduating from Augusta University on time, after a meaningful, challenging, and engaging college experience.
Augusta University’s student-centered initiatives guarantee students maximize and capitalize on their undergraduate experience. This includes ensuring that all students have the right resources when transitioning into higher education and utilizing our “4 To Finish” principles.
Four to Finish: The Basics
Engage!
Students at Augusta University are challenged to engage both inside and outside the classroom. This means to actively immerse in meaningful conversations, research, civic service, and student clubs and organizations. Studies show that students who are engaged do better in their classes and are more marketable to employers.
Make purposeful choices
College—like life—is filled with choices. And choices lead to consequences, whether good or bad. Augusta University students are encouraged to make purposeful choices like going to class, being collegial, and deciding on a major. No matter the choice, students should be thoughtful, introspective, and reflective in their decision making.
Develop your academic mindset
Success in the classroom is dependent on believing that you can do the work; therefore, positive self-talk and a positive outlook on your academic career will make all the difference. To help students along the way, faculty and staff will offer opportunities to help students develop an academic mindset that will lay the foundation for their success.
Follow your program pathway
Every program has a pathway: meaning a certain timeline of courses, internships and other milestones that lead to graduation. Students are free to select and personalize their academic program, but must keep in mind the requirements that lead to graduation. Following your program pathway ensures timely degree completion—so students are encouraged to work closely with their academic advisor and faculty to meet program requirements.
Four to Finish: What Now?
Augusta University’s student-centered initiatives guarantee students maximize and capitalize on their undergraduate experience. This includes ensuring that all students have the right resources when transitioning into higher education and utilizing our “4 To Finish” principles. We know that sometimes finding the right help can be a confusing process, but Augusta University is here to help you navigate the institution’s many support services and provide direct contacts of faculty and staff members dedicated to supporting and guiding you through your undergraduate degree.
Do you need tutoring, study tips, career advice, resume recommendations, advisement preparation or clarification about your program pathway?
To streamline this process, the CAPE Team, which stands for Career, Academic and Professional Engagement, provides you with a specific academic and professional support team trained and equipped to answer all questions within your field of study for Academic Advisement, Career Services, Academic Success Center and Health Professions Outreach. Access your specific CAPE Team within Navigate to speak one-on-one with an AU staff member prepared to answer your questions.
What the CAPE Team can help with:
- Study tips
- Tutoring
- Career advice
- Resume recommendations
- Advisement preparation
- Clarification about your program pathway
Four to Finish: Where now?
Here are some Student Success Resources to help you be successful this semester:
Academic Advisement Center
The Academic Advisement Center assists students in pursuing their educational goals by facilitating access to the full range of learning opportunities and services available at Augusta University.
Academic Success Center
The Academic Success Center (ASC) is home to a variety of free in-person and online tutoring and academic support services.
Career Services
Career Services helps students to fully integrate their AU experience and create boundless futures, envisioning every Jag graduating with the skills, experience, professional connections, and academic knowledge to succeed in their chosen career.
Health Professions Outreach
Health Professions Outreach connects students to Augusta University campus and community resources by providing personalized pathways throughout their journey toward their chosen health profession.