Pathways Program
What is the Pathways Program?
Pathways is for students who have a solid academic record but who do not initially receive full admission to 91做厙's main campus in Oxford.
Pathways students begin their college career on the Oxford campus and enjoy all the benefits of Oxford campus life. They also have a dedicated advisor to facilitate the transition to college and the students' overall success in the program as they live and study in Oxford. The only differences between Pathways student experiences and those of other 91做厙 Oxford students are:
- Some of your first-year, core courses in Oxford may be taught by 91做厙 faculty who are based primarily on our Regional campuses.
- You will be advised by a Student Success Navigator in the Student Success Center who will ensure you have access to all of the resources 91做厙 has to support you academically.
Pathways students must complete two full-time semesters and maintain satisfactory academic and behavior standing at 91做厙 in order to gain full admission to the Oxford campus. After one year and successfully completing Pathways program requirements, students transition to a less structured academic program, with Oxford coursework and academic advising.
FAQs
Program Basics
What is the 91做厙 Pathways program?
Pathways is a short-term, intensive learning program for students who have a solid academic record but who are not initially admitted to selective majors on 91做厙's main campus in Oxford. As a Pathways student, you will begin your college career on the Oxford campus and enjoy all the benefits of Oxford campus life. Through Oxford-based academic advising and mentoring, students prepare for their successful transition to becoming full-time Oxford students beginning in the fall semester of their second year.
What campus will I attend for my first year?
Pathways students will attend classes on the Oxford campus, in person, in courses taught by 91做厙 faculty based on our Oxford or Regional campuses.
Can I take online classes?
Except for courses that may be modified because of pandemic-related restrictions, participants must take in-person classes on the Oxford campus.
How many credits do I need to complete to gain full admission to the Oxford campus for my second year?
Pathways students need to complete two full-time semesters of non-remedial coursework with a minimum 2.00 GPA before gaining full admission to the Oxford campus.
Do AP credits count toward the two full-time semesters required for full admission to the Oxford campus?
No. AP, CLEP, CCP/dual enrollment, or transfer credits do not count toward the two required full-time semesters needed. All courses must be taken at 91做厙 following high school graduation.
Can I take a Winter Term class in my first year?
No. Pathways students must complete all qualifying requirements within the two full-time fall and spring semesters.
How does tuition work?
Pathways students are charged Oxford tuition, housing, meal, and fees.
Do I have to live in university housing on the Oxford campus?
Yes. Pathways students live in Oxford residence halls.
What happens if I do not successfully complete the Pathways requirements during the first year (two full-time semesters with a minimum 2.00 GPA and an acceptable conduct record)?
The Pathways Program is intended to be a one-year transition program. Students who do not complete the Pathways requirements in their first year may appeal their enrollment in the program and request a possible third semester to meet eligibility requirements.
Academics and Facilities
Are there any restrictions on what majors can participate in the Pathways program?
Pathways students are admitted into Exploratory Studies while participating in their first year of courses. Following the successful completion of Pathways requirements, students can declare their 91做厙 major.
Some students with strong quantitative skills may be able to gain admission the the Farmer School of Business as second-year students by working closely with their student success navigator and meeting several requirements. Majors in Nursing, Architecture, and Interior Design are not available to Pathways students.
What academic support will I receive?
Pathways students are advised by a Student Success Navigator in the Student Success Center who will ensure you have access to all of the resources 91做厙 has to support you academically. After the successful completion of Pathways requirements, students transition to standard Oxford academic advising.
Will the students in my Pathways cohort take classes together?
Pathways students take some but not all classes together.
Do I have to take the pre-registered cohort classes?
It is highly recommended that Pathways students take the pre-registered cohort classes, which allow them to build stronger relationships with the other Pathways students. If there is a justifiable reason that a Pathways student is unable to take a cohort class (such as already having AP credit for the class), they are not required to take that class. All Pathways students must take a Pathways section of the First Year Experience Course: UNV 101 in the fall semester.
What is a Digital ID and how do I use it?
Digital ID is 91做厙's default form of ID for incoming students and new employees. Digital ID provides access to residence halls, campus buildings, meal plans, Recreational Sports Center, MUlaa debit accounts, library resources and more.
Will I have access to 91做厙 Oxford facilities?
Yes. Pathways students have full access to facilities in Oxford.
Can I participate in activities on the Oxford campus?
Absolutely! Pathways students have participated in many activities, such as: MU marching band, cheerleading, ROTC, glee club, Greek life, and intramural sports. Pathways students are not eligible to participate in varsity-level athletics.
Next Steps and Accepting Your Offer
I am on the waitlist to be offered admission to the Oxford campus. Will accepting my offer for Pathways hurt my chances for admission to the main campus?
What is the process to register for the Pathways program?
Complete the online response form on your and complete the "Accept Your Admission Offer: First-Year Students" form no later than May 1.
How much is the deposit to enroll in the Pathways program and when is it due?
A $425 deposit is due May 1.
Who do I contact with questions about financial aid?
There are very specific policies and procedures for financial aid that are often unique for every student. Financial aid information can be found through the One Stop.
One Stop
Nellie Craig Walker Hall
301 S. Campus Avenue
Oxford, OH 45056
OneStop@91做厙OH.edu
Phone: 513-529-0001
Fax: 513-529-0003
Preparing to Transition
How do I enroll for courses as a Pathways student?
A Student Success Navigator assists students with the necessary steps for enrollment and course registration for their first-year fall and spring semesters. All Pathways students are required to take the First Year Experience Course: UNV 101 course in the fall.
How do I enroll in courses after I've completed Pathways?
If requirements have been met, Pathways students will have full access to Oxford academic advising and registration for Oxford classes in their second year.
Am I eligible to participate in fraternity or sorority recruitment?
Yes, Pathways students are eligible to participate in Greek life. To participate, students register online at the Fraternity and Sorority Life website. Eligibility requirements include a 2.50+ GPA and full-time status.
