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Questions About the ENHANCE Program<\/h3>\n
<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>What is the admissions process for the ENHANCE Program?<\/div>
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Students can apply to the ENHANCE Program once they have applied to Ramapo College of New Jersey. Students may inquire and receive information about the ENHANCE Program at any time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Is the ENHANCE Program open to commuters as well as resident students?<\/div>
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Yes, the ENHANCE Program is open to both commuter and resident students. \u00a0We recognize that not all of our students are ready to live on campus. The ENHANCE Program provides peer mentors and social events to assist students in feeling more connected to campus and helping them make a smooth transition to college.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will people on campus know if a student is in the ENHANCE Program?<\/div>
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Confidentiality is an important component of the ENHANCE Program and no one will know of a student’s participation in the ENHANCE Program without a signed consent form.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Resident Assistants be trained to understand the characteristics of autism\/autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?<\/div>
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Residence Life staff receives training to recognize behaviors and characteristics of autism to better serve this population.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Does the ENHANCE Program offer any assistance for parents?<\/div>
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Yes, we intend to offer as much support as possible when needed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>How can students obtain academic accommodations?<\/div>
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Academic accommodations are provided through the Office of Specialized Services (OSS)<\/a> at Ramapo College of New Jersey. OSS provides comprehensive services to students with a documented disability.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Does the ENHANCE Program help foster social integration on campus?<\/div>
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ENHANCE Program offers regularly scheduled social events which our students are encouraged to attend. We assist our students individually, in groups, and through peer mentoring, to join clubs and attend campus events.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will students in the ENHANCE Program have an earlier move-in date?<\/div>
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Students in the ENHANCE Program have the opportunity to participate in “Drop and Go” where they can move their belongings into their rooms prior to the move-in date.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Is there a separate orientation process for students in the ENHANCE Program?<\/div>
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Yes, we offer a reception for new students in the ENHANCE Program and their families. We provide introductions and important information from the ENHANCE Program, Counseling and Health Services, Office of Specialized Services, and the Center for Student Success.\u00a0 Peer Mentors tour the campus and show students where their classrooms are located.\u00a0 The Orientation process is designed to provide introductions to other students in the ENHANCE Program and to reduce anxiety about transitioning to campus life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>If a student needs help with interaction with a professor, will you step in?<\/div>
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Yes, there are different ways in which we can assist.\u00a0 The ENHANCE Counselors and students in the ENHANCE Program can strategize together in ways to approach professors, help construct emails, and attend meetings with a student, if necessary. \u00a0We will support students with methods to achieve self-advocacy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>Is there a fee for the ENHANCE Program?<\/div>
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Yes, there is a separate fee for the ENHANCE Program.\u00a0 The ENHANCE Program fee for 2025 -2026 is $8,246.92 for the year. Students can use loans and aid to help pay for this program. \u00a0New Jersey residents may also contact New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation for assistance in paying for a disability related need.<\/p>\n

The College reserves the right to change costs, dates and procedures at its discretion.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tuition and fee rates are subject to Board of Trustees approval each year. The approval for the academic year typically takes place in late June or early July.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

Contact us:<\/h3>\n

Suzanne Calgi, LCSW, Assistant Director, ENHANCE Program<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alicia Maldonado, Psy. D, LAC, ENHANCE Counselor<\/strong><\/p>\n

201-684-7522
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