First Year Success Program
The First Year Success Program (FSP) is a mandatory program designed for freshmen who are on academic notice (AN) for the first time.
We understand that there are many factors that likely led to academic difficulty during your first year at Cal Poly. Our goal with this program is to provide you with the skills, resources, and support that you need to move toward success in future quarters. Email fsp@calpoly.edu with any questions.
How the First Year Success Program works:
Students who are on Academic Notice for the first time after fall term will be enrolled in the First Year Success Program Canvas.
STEP 1
Students will be notified of Academic Notice status via an email from the Registrar's office. This will be sent to students' official Cal Poly email address, as will all other program communication.
Students should review the FSP Canvas, paying special attention to each module, deadlines, and FAQs.
Students will also complete a pre-workshop survey and sign-up for an FSP Workshop. Students will get confirmed information as to the date and time of their workshop to their Cal Poly email.
STEP 2
Students must complete the pre-workshop assignments before attending the FSP Workshop.
Students will then attend their assigned workshop at the beginning of the quarter. The workshop will consist of a large group session, followed by small group breakouts led by their academic coach.
Students will also be expected to complete the post-workshop survey before leaving the workshop.
STEP 3
After attending a workshop, students are required to select a mandatory follow-up assignment.
Option 1: Visit and utilize a campus resource & complete a reflection
Option 2: Schedule a follow-up meeting with their FSP academic coach & complete a reflection
Students will receive more information about these options via Canvas.