Breaking the cycle of poverty in parenting-student families one degree at a time, ACCESS is an academic and social support program assisting parenting students who are pursuing a college education at The Ohio State University.
Established in 1989, the ACCESS Collaborative Program is an academic and social support program for parenting students who are pursuing a college education at Ohio State. While the program strives to increase the retention rates of parenting students, special attention is given to the unique circumstances of students from diverse social groups. By minimizing the barriers that may prevent their full participation, the ACCESS Collaborative Program works to create a campus climate that is inclusive for all.
The program coordinates university and community support services to assist parenting students of various household compositions and personal demographics toward degree completion. The ACCESS Collaborative Program welcomes all undergraduate and graduate parenting students who are either full-time or part-time students at Ohio State can participate in the program.
Eligibility
- Full-time or part-time Ohio State students
- Minimum GPA of 2.0
- Full, physical custody of their children
Services Offered
- Scholarship opportunities
- Mentoring, professional development
- Housing assistance
Workshops
- Parenting skills: building self-esteem and promoting autonomy in children, improving family harmony, guiding children to maturity
- Life skills: stress management, relationship building, communication skill development
