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What is Strayer support?

We take a personalized approach to support that’s focused on the resources you need to succeed. From day one, you’ll have a team of advisors and counselors to help you balance college, work and your personal life, and clear any hurdles on the way to graduation. Start your academic journey today.

Academic support

  • Guidance on choosing the right program
  • Responsive instructors and 24/7 virtual assistance
  • A writing center, online library and tutoring 

Career services

  • Resume and interview prep assistance, plus a database of job listings
  • Advice from a mentor in your field
  • Career readiness events and skill-building courses 

Financial guidance

  • Help transferring previous course credits to Strayer
  • Insight into how much college could cost you
  • Answers to your questions about financial aid

A supportive community

  • SOAR (Student Outreach, Assistance, Resources) emotional support and community resources
  • Services and reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities
  • Opportunities to connect and build friendships

We’ve got your back

You’ll never have to walk the path to your degree – or your professional goals – alone. You’ll have a network of professors and advisors to lean on through graduation and beyond. Tap into your personal support team for guidance, pep talks and more.

Frequently asked questions

Strayer has a virtual hub that connects you to all the resources we offer to promote academic, career, financial, mental and physical wellness. Learn more.

All of the resources featured on this page are available online, including one-on-one guidance from your admissions officer and student services coach online. 

Yes, from Irving, your virtual assistant. Simply click the chat icon from any page on the student portal and Irving will pop up, ready to chat. Get immediate answers to questions about financial aid, formatting your homework, projecting your graduation date and more. Irving can also help you choose your courses and stay on track toward your degree.

Yes. Learn more about the process and your options on our financial aid page or connect with admissions today to start receiving guidance.

We offer scholarships and other savings options to help make college a possibility. For example, as a bachelor’s student, you may be able to:

  • Get a brand-new laptop preloaded with Microsoft software to help with your studies.
    Eligibility rules and restrictions apply.
  • Save up to $15,250 on your Strayer bachelor’s degree by accessing your general education courses through our affiliate, Sophia Learning.
    Savings assumes transferring 10 courses. Eligibility rules apply. Connect with us for details.
  • Save up to 25% when you finish your bachelor’s degree with Strayer’s Graduation Fund.
    Eligibility and participation rules apply.

Take a look at our money-saving opportunities and get an estimate of how much college could cost you.

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