PACE Program: Frequently Asked Questions

Applications for students admitted for the spring semester will begin to be reviewed December 2021 and through the first full week of Spring 2022 classes until all available program spaces are filled.

Applications for students admitted for the fall semestser will begin to be reviewed June 2022 and through the first full week of the Fall 2022 classes until all available program spaces are filled.

Yes! We do accept new, first-semester UNI students into the PACE program for the spring semester. 

Applications from first-semester students will be accepted and qualified students may be admitted (if space is available) into the PACE program through the first full week of classes during the fall and spring semesters.

• Building connections with other UNI students, faculty, and staff

• Holistic academic advising experience

• Opportunity to enroll in PACE-specific section of UNIV 1055: Strategies for Academic Success

• Access to individual and group financial literacy sessions (focused on budgeting, money management, credit, and financial aid)

• Interactive workshops on topics like career exploration, graduate school, and wellness 

• A transition opportunity for individuals who previously participated in pre-college and college-level TRIO programs

• Welcoming study space located in ITTC 008

There is no cost to participate.

Active participation is expected. There will be a limited number of required activities.  However, the PACE Program will offer a variety of individual and group activities. To get the full benefits of participating in PACE, we encourage you to take advantage of all the program has to offer.

• Attend a PACE Orientation Session (first week of classes)

• Complete Pre-Enrollment and UNI Connections Survey

• Individual meetings with PACE Success Team members throughout the semester

• Complete early and mid-semester academic check-ins

• Attend identified group activities addressing

  • Financial Literacy

  • Academic and Career Planning

  • Semester Course Planning and Registration 

PACE participation is planned for a student’s first year at UNI. However, in consultation with the PACE Success Team, a student may continue to participate into the second year.

UNI offers a variety of services for students. If you need assistance exploring and getting connected with campus resources, you can work with an Office of Academic Advising Peer Advisor, your assigned academic advisor, or refer to this list.