Academic support is provided in the form of introductory level courses, counseling, tutoring, workshops and short cultural trips. Students must apply for financial aid for the summer program. The H.E.O.P staff works very closely with each student to ensure that the student is getting the optimum academic experience while at Marist. The H.E.O.P professional staff works with the student's academic advisor in planning course selection and with the student's faculty members regarding academic progress. The H.E.O.P professional staff provides individual counseling to students on academic, personal, career and financial matters.
Students meet with counselors on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.
The Marist College Academic Learning Center provides a range of developmental services to enable students to have a more rewarding experience at the College. The Academic Learning Center helps students who need assistance in reading, writing and math. Individual and group tutoring is available through The Academic Learning Center with the cost being covered by H.E.O.P funds. H.E.O.P students are able to request a tutor from the H.E.O.P Tutor Coordinator for any course in which they are enrolled. Whenever needed, students may be required by the H.E.O.P Program to work with a tutor.