University Connect and Persist: Northern Kentucky University, Greater Cincinnati Region

What is UCAP?

University Connect and Persist (UCAP): Where any student can meet one-on-one with knowledgeable staff to navigate financial, academic, and personal topics. See below for details about our services and how you can connect with UCAP.

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Our office is open for one-on-one meetings Monday – Friday from 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM (in-person, virtual, or by phone).

In need of a late meeting? Our office has virtual appointments available on Mondays from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM.

Mission: University Connect & Persist (UCAP) develops and utilizes proactive strategies that empower students to create action plans, establish success networks, and implement techniques that promote persistence to graduation and lifelong learning. In addition, UCAP engages the campus community in collaborative partnerships and coordinated care to facilitate student success.

"UCAP not only helps you save money on textbooks but provides guidance and coaching to stay on track."

- Arissa P.

On average, UCAP meets 1:1 with nearly 1,500 students in the academic year.

"UCAP helped me my first semester at NKU by allowing me to access resources to make sure I maintain my GPA for my scholarships."

- Braxton G.

UCAP Student Services

UCAP Textbook Lending @ Steely Library allows students to borrow textbooks each semester. Students who borrow books are invited to meet 1:1 with UCAP staff for a financial and academic wellness check. In the 23-24 Academic Year, the UCAP Textbook Lending @ Steely program saved students over $34,000!
Retention Awards support students who are experiencing financial hardships relating to their university account balance. In order to determine eligibility and discuss the application process, students will schedule a 1:1 appointment with a UCAP staff member.

Academic and financial success planning empowers students to take control of their financial health and well-being while attending NKU and beyond. UCAP staff are well versed in financial success planning and financial literacy resources, such as: identifying and applying to scholarships, disseminating financial aid packages and general budgeting.
- If you are interested in developing your financial literacy, please make an appointment with a UCAP team member. We can get you connected to our Financial Literacy Canvas Site.

Networking allows students to be more successful while at NKU and as they build their career. The UCAP Office assists students in creating their success networks.

Connect with UCAP

Early Alerts: Faculty may submit an alert on any student who appears to need assistance with issues that could hinder academic progress.
Walk-In/Self-Connection: Any student with questions or concerns related to their NKU experience is welcome to stop in or make an appointment with UCAP staff.
Proactive Outreach: Students are contacted by our office about services and support that can help them be successful.

Contact Us: We can be reached at 859-572-7527 or at ucap@nku.edu. Want to schedule an appointment, please click here.

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