REACH Special Retention Programs

About REACH

REACH is an academic assistance program designed to support and prepare students for college-level study. Ivy Tech State College and Indiana University and Indiana University Northwest have developed a partnership to expand academic opportunities in our community.

How does REACH work?

The REACH program helps prepare students for the expectations of university course work. It creates an opportunity for students who are not immediately admitted to Indiana University NW to brush up on their study skills and earn transferable credits. Upon completion of the REACH requirements with a C or better, a REACH student will be guaranteed admission to IUN.

What benefits will I get from participating?

• A chance to make a strong start in your college career.
• An opportunity to gain experience at a college.
• Access to support networks at both IU Northwest and Ivy Tech (computer, writing, math labs, and the health club).
• Earn credits that will transfer to IU Northwest.

How do I sign up?

• Students eligible for the REACH program will be referred to the program by Indiana University NW Admissions counselors.
• Fill out an application in Hawthorn 425.
• Take your IUN information to IVY Tech to enroll
• After enrollment at Ivy Tech, come back to IUN for your student ID card.

What do I need to take to Ivy Tech?

• A sealed copy of your high school transcripts or your high school may fax a copy to IVY Tech
• A sealed copy of any other college transcripts
• A copy of your IUN test scores
• A completed Ivy Tech application (available in the SRP office)
• Your REACH contract from Indiana University NW