Why Join a Learning Community?

Students who participate in learning communities:

  • Tend to do better academically
  • Tend to continue on to their sophomore year at higher rates
  • Benefit from being part of a diverse community
  • Feel more connected to their college and/or academic program
  • Report being satisfied with their overall academic experience at CSU and in the learning community
  • Are highly involved on campus and in the community
  • From great, lifelong friendships
  • Share that being in a learning community helps with their academic and social transition to college
  • Find that it is a comfortable and supportive learning environment