Study CATS is a university-wide academic support program designed to help improve academic performance through academic instruction, connection to campus resources, and personalized coaching.
In Fall 2026, the Study CATS program is offering three different 1-credit course options listed below.
GU-1200: Study CATS
An academic and personal management skills course that covers topics such as metacognition, time literacy, effective study strategies, growth mindset, and more. Students will benefit from small class sizes and access to their instructor, a Student Success Coach, for 1-on-1, individualized support.
GU-1200: Study CATS for First Time First-Years
A course is designed to help first-year students transition to college and establish a strong foundation for success. In this course, students will build academic skills, connect to academic resources on campus, and benefit from a small group environment facilitated by a Student Success Coach.
GU-1200: Study CATS Academic Recovery
First and second-year students with a cumulative GPA below 2.3 are automatically enrolled into this section. Topics include time literacy, organization, metacognition, and self-advocacy, among others. During the semester, students also meet 1-on-1 with their instructor for individualized support.