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Benefits of Jaguar JumpStart
- Complete coursework prior to the fall semester
- Academic readiness for college life
- Chance to work with tutors and Peer Leaders
- Get comfortable with college life with a small group
- Learn about support services sooner than later
- Begin fall semester classes with other students from the JumpStart program
Jaguar JumpStart Eligibility
- Must be admitted as a First Time in College (FTIC) student for summer or fall 2025.
- Ability to commute daily for the duration of the program.
JumpStart Details
Track 1: Students who need complete the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment requirements for English/Language Arts and/or Math can take Integrated Reading and Writing and/or an introductory Math course for free during the Jaguar JumpStart program.
Track 2-A: Students who are exempt or who have successfully passed the TSI assessment for English/Language Arts may enroll into ENGL 1301 + UNIV 1301.
Track 2-B: Students who are exempt or who have successfully passed the TSI assessment for Math may enroll into MATH 1314 + UNIV 1301.
Track 2 courses are credit-bearing courses. Students can earn up to 6 credits through Track 2 of Jaguar JumpStart. 98% of A&M-SA students qualify for financial aid. Students who qualify for financial aid may be able to participate in Jaguar JumpStart (Track 2) at a discounted rate. To check your financial aid status, please contact the Financial Aid office at (210) 784-1300 / Madla, Room 111.
To qualify for financial aid for Jaguar JumpStart, you must complete the 24/25 FAFSA. You can fill this out at studentaid.gov.
Student Testimonials
- "It was really fun, and the professor was nice and cool. I also loved going just to learn from him, the professor is Mr. Garcia."
- "I always had somebody to help me, and my professor and tutors made us feel comfortable and safe."
- "I really liked that we had to go to tutoring every day. I don't think I would have done that on my own."
- "The Peer Leaders were always good, even if I spoke very little, they did well with engaging us during the breakout sessions. Along with the topics they were teaching us, I was able to grasp it very well."
- "I didn't think this was going to work out. I was very nervous. I'm glad I did this program because now I'm more social and more comfortable starting college."
