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Student Support Services


Student Success Coaching Unit

The Student Success Coaching Unit is a comprehensive learning environment that is committed to the academic achievement, personal and professional development of students at Hostos Community College. A Student Success Coach at Hostos Community College is a trained staff member whose primary function is to help our students with academic success. The personalized coaching is consistent with our mission to guide students towards degree completion while teaching self-efficacy skills. Student Success Coaches will help you with issues important to success, including but not limited to the following: 

• Course Advisement
• Course Enrollment
• Financial Awareness
• Getting involved
• Goal Setting
• Graduation Planning
• Resource Connector
• Study habits
• Time Management

SSCU services ensures the following:

  • Students will receive a high-quality student-centered experience.  

  • Students will provide proof of demonstrated growth and learning.  

  • Students will achieve their academic goals.  

  • Students will be able to make timely and informed decisions throughout their academic careers.  

For more information, contact:

The Student Success Coaching Unit
Jason Pelosi, Director
Building B, Room 208
Telephone: (718) 664-2560
Email: sscu@hostos.cuny.edu