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About MATH Start

MATH Start is an intensive and low cost program for students who need to increase their Math proficiency levels before starting credit courses. The program provides 8-18-weeks of rigorous preparation in academic math and college success advisement, giving students the opportunity to reduce or eliminate their developmental skills requirements in one semester.

Program Benefits

Improve your math skills and be better prepared for college-level work

Up to two opportunities to fulfill your developmental needs

Low cost: $35 per semester, including books, materials, tutoring and advisement

Save financial aid and spend less time in developmental courses

Eligibility

To be eligible for MATH Start, you must:

Complete all CUNY Admissions requirements, be accepted to LaGuardia and be eligible to register for classes

Have developmental needs in Math based on the CUNY proficiency index score

Attend a CUNY Start information session and interview with a staff member

Submit a copy of your high school, high school equivalency or foreign high school diploma (must be evaluated by CUNY).

Be able to commit to an intensive academic schedule

All students attending classes on campus (including hybrid courses) beginning Fall 2022 must submit documentation of full vaccination to CUNYfirst before the first day of in-person instruction. Please click here for instructions on how to upload your vaccination documents.

Pre-College Math

Building on high school and high school equivalency-level math skills, Pre-College Math focuses on more complex topics in algebra. Understanding is maximized through in-depth study of core math concepts in an interactive, supportive learning environment.

College Success Advisement

Develop your academic identity and learn about college structures and campus resources. College advisement will help you align your career goals with educational requirements and prepare you for academic achievement and graduation.

CONTACT US

Phone:
(718) 482-5137

Email:
CUNYStart@lagcc.cuny.edu

In person:
29-10 Thomson Avenue, Room C415
Long Island City, NY 11101

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FAQ

When do classes begin, and how do I enroll?

Classes begin a few times a year throughout the semester.

Why do I need developmental classes? Why can’t I just start in credit-level courses?

Both the college’s developmental courses and MATH Start build the skills needed for college-level study. The advantage of MATH Start is that study is intensive, affordable and designed for high school graduates and high school equivalency diploma recipients, adults who have been out of school, and anyone who wants to make a strong start in college.

What happens after I complete the MATH Start program?

You will reduce or eliminate your need to take additional developmental courses, and you will also be able to begin taking credit courses. This will help you get on track to earning your college degree in a timely fashion and being better prepared to succeed in college-level studies.

How will MATH Start save me money?

Students who take several developmental courses and use their financial aid to pay for them may run out of aid before completing a college degree. However, MATH Start is a low cost (only $35) program that allows you to save your financial aid award for college credit courses.

How is MATH Start so affordable – only $35?

Our program aims to alleviate the financial burden of having to pay full cost for developmental courses. This way you can use your financial aid award for credit-bearing courses that count towards your degree.

Can I enroll in credit courses while in MATH Start?

Our program is evidence based and shows that students tend to build a stronger academic foundation if they focus exclusively on developmental courses for the semester. MATH Start students do not register for other courses during their time in the program.

Resources
For more information about MATH Start and campus resources, please visit:

Distance Learning Resources: https://www.laguardia.edu/student-resources/

Campus Services: https://www.laguardia.edu/coronavirus/campus-services/

Campus Safety: https://www.laguardia.edu/coronavirus/campus-safety/

MATH Start Resources & Videos and News

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CUNY Start/MATH Start have developed various partnerships to ensure you have the resources and support you need to be successful in college. Click here to learn more.

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