Academic Opportunities at Ferrum College
At some schools, you’re lucky if a professor remembers your name. At Ferrum, they know your name, the grade you got on your last exam and possibly even your favorite movie. It’s not telepathy; they just happen to like getting to know their students. They may start out as teachers, but before you know it, your favorite faculty members are mentors. And then, maybe friends. Who knew a statistics professor could be so ... interesting? At Ferrum, you will learn from the best. Our faculty come to Ferrum from across the country—and around the world—because they are driven by academic excellence, intellectual curiosity and a desire to make a difference. Look at their credentials and you will see that our professors are authors, consultants, actors, scientists, innovators, researchers, and business leaders. From the first moment of your first class, you will know that they are one thing above everything else—teachers!
Special Academic Opportunities
Boone Honors Program: Want to challenge yourself even more? Ferrum’s Boone Honors Program might be the place for you. This unique opportunity at Ferrum is designed to enrich your academic experience through in-depth exploration of a variety of perspectives and issues. Honors students take advantage of specialized courses and close relationships with professors, as well as exclusive social activities and trips. Learn more at the Boone Honors Program site.SIFE: The next Bill Gates could be a member of Ferrum’s Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) program. Join this group of future business leaders and you can expect big things, from competing in international business competitions to teaching local public school students the basics of money management. Ferrum also has dozens of other great clubs and organizations you can join.
Study Abroad & International Programs: It's a small world, now more than ever. Today, living in a global village, a knowledge of other cultures can be a huge advantage. Ferrum encourages you to broaden your horizons. What you learn in one day abroad can change your perspective for life. Get more information at the International Programs site.
Service Learning: Want to be actively involved in improving the lives of others as well as your own? At Ferrum, service learning is more than just a buzzword. You will experience the satisfaction first-hand that comes from taking positive action to make a difference in the local community and the world. We are guided by our school motto, "Not Self But Others." Find out more by visiting the Service Learning site.
Learn more about academic opportunities at the main Academics site.
Academic life support: the ARC
Extra help is here when you need it. Whether you are looking for a study partner or a computer tutorial, Ferrum’s Academic Resource Center (ARC) has the tools you need for academic success.Writing Center: Writing skills are crucial no matter what your major. English faculty and students are available every day to help you get ahead. Learn more at the Writing Center site.
Tutoring: Get extra help from a faculty member or another student. The Tutoring Center is open 24 hours a day.
Study Groups: If you’re like most people, you learn better in a group. Ferrum encourages group study sessions, with space always available at the ARC.
College Skills Classes: The ARC offers courses that can help you get more out of your college education.
Learning Disabilities Services: Everyone learns differently. If you have a documented disability and need extra time for tests, oral testing or other accommodations, you’ll get assistance at the ARC.
Get more information at the Academic Resource Center site.