The Academic Advancement Program (AAP)/Act 101 of Villanova was developed to
provide an educational opportunity for students of Pennsylvania who meet the
academic and economic criteria established by the Higher Educational Opportunity
Act of 1971, legislatively designated and publicly known as Act 101. This specialized admissions program (AAP) of Villanova was formally established
in 1969 and became a part of the Act 101 statewide system in 1974. The Academic
Advancement Program recruits highly motivated students whose high school
credentials suggest that they can, with academic support, successfully
matriculate at Villanova University.
The mission of the AAP program is to help students achieve academic success and
to support them as they strive to reach their goals. Once enrolled at Villanova
University, AAP students can begin to utilize counseling and tutoring services
free of charge. So, whether you need a tutor, academic support, would
like to borrow a book from our
lending library, or need a cash loan for books, AAP is here to help!
For more information on any of our programs offered below, contact: Center
for Multicultural Affairs 610.519.4075
Personal Counseling
AAP and Villanova's Counseling Center can help students work through
their personal and social issues and concerns to facilitate their
personal growth and academic achievements.
Transition into college can be a challenge. AAP works with you to set
your academic goals and use the resources available to work toward
academic success.
Peer Counseling
AAP Peer Counselors are here to help all of our AAP students in their
transition to college, and to provide support for all AAP events.
Financial Aid Assistance
AAP works closely with the Office of Financial Assistance to help
you work through your financial aid concerns.
Career Guidance Are you experiencing confusion over the choice of
a major or your career path? AAP collaborates with
Career Services to:
The Academic Advancement Program
conducts a Pre-College Summer Program prior to a student's first semester at
Villanova: This Program is designed to assist students in making a successful transition into college-level academics.
During the Pre-College session, students participate in the following academic
course work:
English
Reading and Writing
Critical Thinking
Mathematics
Science
Events
To view upcoming programs and events, click here
(PDF version of program will be included once our fall semester program is ready)
The Academic Advancement Program (AAP)/Act 101 of Villanova was developed to
provide an educational opportunity for students of Pennsylvania who meet the
academic and economic criteria established by the Higher Educational Opportunity
Act of 1971, legislatively designated and publicly known as Act 101. This specialized admissions program (AAP) of Villanova was formally established
in 1969 and became a part of the Act 101 statewide system in 1974. The Academic
Advancement Program recruits highly motivated students whose high school
credentials suggest that they can, with academic support, successfully
matriculate at Villanova University.
