RISE is a supportive learning community dedicated to your academic and professional success. We offer advising, coaching, mentoring, tutoring and many ways to engage with RISE students through workshops, events, and celebrations.

We support all high promise students; students of color, first-generation students, income-eligible, military-affiliated students and students with disabilities.

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Learn More About RISE Programs

Discover how we can help you become the best possible you.

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Meet with us

Stop in our offices at Truax Room D1651 or Goodman South Room 112 to chat with us about our programs.

You also can schedule a phone, video or on-campus appointment using the Navigate app, or by contacting the Student Success Center at studentsuccess@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6076.

First-Generation Student Success

Did you know that half of all Madison College students are among the first in their families to attend college? Join the nationally recognized Alpha Alpha Alpha Society (Tri-Alpha) for scholarship opportunities and become a part of the I'm First student organization.

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Questions About First-Generation Student Success?

We’d love to hear from you! Reach out to us by contacting us at rise@madisoncollege.edu.

Join the nationally recognized Alpha Alpha Alpha Society (Tri-Alpha) for scholarship opportunities and become a part of the I'm First student organization.

BIPOC Programs

Scholars of Color Mentoring Program

The Scholars of Color Mentoring Program (SCMP) empowers students to realize their full potential through developing life skills, building strong character, and leadership abilities.

SCMP provides you with 

  • A supportive community of diverse learners.
  • Access to resources and tools to achieve academic success.
  • A dedicated mentor to support you throughout your academic journey.
  • Access to leadership and networking opportunities to help you excel in your chosen career.

Eligibility

  • Be enrolled in an academic, degree-granting program at the college.
  • Have a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
  • Be enrolled in a minimum of 6-degree credits.
  • If you meet these requirements, you are ready to apply!

Questions about the Scholars of Color Mentoring Program?

Send your questions to our team at scmp@madisoncollege.edu.

Men of Excellence

The Men of Excellence program is dedicated to helping African American, Latinx, Hmong, and Southeast Asian males earn a degree. The program focuses on academics, leadership, personal growth and professional development skills.

Join this vibrant learning community and gain access to faculty mentors along with an opportunity to participate in the annual "Black, Brown and College Bound" student leadership conference. 

Questions about Men of Excellence?

Send your question to our team at menofexcellence@madisoncollege.edu. We’re here to help!

TRIO Student Support Services

Our coaches and advisors are highly skilled and passionate about your success. We can help you plan each of your semesters through degree completion. If you are transferring to another college, we can support you in that process while providing resources and guidance. Across the nation, TRIO programs have been supporting students for nearly 50 years. The TRIO Program at Madison College is proud to continue that tradition.

Eligibility

The TRIO Program at Madison College supports First-Generation college students, students with low-incomes, and students with disabilities.

TRIO Support Services include:

  • Financial aid assistance
  • Tutoring
  • A supportive environment to develop and sharpen study skills
  • Academic and transfer advising
  • Enrichment workshops that focus on fostering academic growth, resources, and connections to a welcoming community of peers.

Apply to the TRIO Program

Questions about TRIO?

Send your questions to our team at triosss@madisoncollege.edu or call us at 608.246.6636.

TOPS College Success Program

The TOPS College Success program exists in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County.

We support former participants in the AVID/TOPS program from any of the four Madison high schools (East, LaFollette, Memorial, West). This comprehensive support program is designed to facilitate student transfer from Madison College to a four-year college or university.

If you were in AVID/TOPS in high school, learn how we can support you by contacting our RISE office at 608.246.6076 or studentsuccess@madisoncollege.edu.

Veteran Resource Services

The Veteran Resource Services (VRS) team empowers military and military-affiliated students. We have the campus resources to help excel you in your academic, career, and personal success goals.

From benefit programs to building your professional network through clubs and community partnerships, we are here to support you every step of the way.

Success Coaching

Regardless of what RISE Program you are in, you will have access to a Student Success Coach to help you become a stronger student.

Success Coaches use a guided discovery process to help you become an active, self-directed, confident learner. They can help you discover and utilize campus resources, enhance your study skills and help build your motivation and self-confidence. 

Coaches are just one member of your Student Success Team; dedicated staff who are ready, willing and able to support your academic success.

If you are not eligible for any of the RISE Programs listed above, Success Coaches are still part of your Student Success Team as listed In Navigate. Additionally, you can join one of our RISE Learning Communities.

We want to see you RISE to success.

Join a supportive learning community focused on your personal, academic and professional success. Complete the the RISE Interest Form today.

Complete the RISE Interest Form