Academic Support for International Students

Academic Coaching

As an international student, you'll be paired with an academic coach to help you achieve at your highest academic level. We want you to feel supported academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Academic coaching will help ensure your success in the classroom and add value to the educational investment you are making.

Foundations Course

As you begin your studies in the United States, the learning habits you develop will influence the rest of your education. The one-credit hour Foundations course, which you'll take as a new international student, will help you adapt to college-level learning in the U.S. If you are a missionary kid (MK) or third culture kid (TCK) student, you are highly encouraged to take the Foundations course as well. You will explore strategies for taking notes and tests, thinking critically, and writing in academic English. You'll also learn how best to balance your priorities and manage your time well.

The class size is intentionally small, and your professor will help you advocate for your unique goals. You will identify your strengths, discover what motivates you to succeed, and learn to steward these gifts for God's glory. The habits and goals you develop will not only prepare you for college, but also equip you for a lifetime of success.

The Cove

The Cove, Cedarville's academic enrichment center, provides study groups, tutors, and peer coaches for students who want to ensure they are achieving to their fullest potential. If you need additional support or have a disability, The Cove will provide necessary accommodations. Although speaking English as a second language is not considered a disability, The Cove will work together with International Student Services to make sure that you're receiving all the support you need to succeed in the classroom.

Writing Center

The Writing Center has trained tutors available to help you with papers and assignments. Tutors are available by appointment. It is recommended you make an appointment early; do not wait until the day before the paper is due. That is much too late. All Writing Center tutors are trained in English as a Second Language strategies and international students are approved for longer appointments at the Center to promote their success. Make your writing center appointment by contacting the Writing Center.