SOAR (Support Options for Achievement and Retention) is a TRIO Student Support Services Program funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The purpose of the SOAR Program is to provide academic, personal, career, and financial assistance to students who qualify based on one or more of the following criteria: low-income status, first-generation college student (neither parent has completed a bachelor’s degree), or a documented disability. The SOAR Program focuses on students’ assets and how to apply them in navigating college life. It provides the support needed to overcome obstacles and connect with resources to reach their goals.
To apply to the SOAR program, click on the SOAR application.
QUICK LINKS:
SOAR is located at MCC’s Spruce Pine campus, 1st floor on Gwaltney Hall first hallway on the right from Receptionist's desk (Campus/ Learning Center Maps).
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mondays–Thursdays
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Fridays (During summer, MCC is closed on Fridays)
Telephone: 828.766.1205 or 800.4.MAYLAND
Mail: Post Office Box 547, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
E-mail: dstafford@mayland.edu
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Debbie Stafford, Director 828.766.1281 dstafford@mayland.edu |
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Debra Cagle, Administrative Assistant 828.766.1263 dcagle@mayland.edu |
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Dora Smith, Transfer Counselor 828.766.1260 dsmith@mayland.edu |
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Maria Braswell, Personal/Academic Counselor 828.766.1261 mbraswell@mayland.edu |
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Elizabeth Hardy, Supplemental English Instructor 828.766.1312 ehardy@mayland.edu |
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Larry Shook, Supplemental Math Instructor 828.766.1315 lshook@mayland.edu |
We’re pleased that you’re interested in joining the S.O.A.R. Program! Please read carefully below before filling out the application.
To qualify for S.O.A.R., you must be:
AND you must meet ONE of the following qualifications:
If you have any questions about the above qualifications or the attached application, please don’t hesitate to come by the S.O.A.R. office! We are located on the second floor of Gwaltney Hall. You can also send us an email at dcagle@mayland.edu or give us a call at 828-766-1263.
To apply to the SOAR program, click on the SOAR application.