Academic Resources

Academic Advising

Academic Advisors are available to assist students on a walk-in basis. Appointments are available upon request. Students can receive assistance with planning class schedules, checking graduation requirements and exploring transfer options. Help is also available with career and long-term education planning. http://www.anokaramsey.edu/academicadvising/index.cfm

Academic Support Center/Tutoring

The Academic Support Center (ASC) provides free, drop-in peer tutoring. Peer tutors are students who were recommended by instructors, and help you better understand course material and improve study strategies. Tutoring is available in many subjects, including Math, Science, Social Science, and English. For a full list see: http://www.anokaramsey.edu/StudentServices/tutoring.cfm/

Access Services

Access Services provides assistance to students with documented physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and health concerns. Students who qualify receive assistance with personal advising, advocacy, and referral. http://www.anokaramsey.edu/StudentServices/college_services_A.cfm#access

Adult Basic Education (ABE)

Adult Basic Education (ABE) is a free service that helps students with GED and Accuplacer preparation, Reading Enhancement, as well as basic writing and math skills.  ABE also provides academic prepartion and writing assistance for speakers of other languages.  Classes are taught throughout the year by professionals.  http://www.anokaramsey.edu/studentservices/college_services_A.cfm#abe

Bookstore

The Bookstore sells new and used textbooks, as well as college supplies and apparel. http://www.arccbookstore.com/anoka/main/default.html

Career Center

The Career Center offers information on transfer colleges and programs, as well as career information on resume writing, job searching, and choosing a career that fits your interests, skills, and educational goals. http://www.anokaramsey.edu/academicadvising/career_services.cfm

Computer Information/Information Technology

Open computer labs are available on both campuses and provide a variety of services including: student email, Internet access, file storage, Desire2Learn (D2L) training, and scanners with image editing software.  Anoka-Ramsey also partners with a third-party vendor to offer academic software at reduced pricing. Students, faculty, and staff are required to obey computer use policies.
http://www.anokaramsey.edu/IT/student.cfm

ELL/ESL

ELL/ESL Resources include materials and services for English Language Learners (ELL). A computer with software for practicing reading, writing, and speaking skills is available in the Academic Support Center and Coon Rapids Library. Specific academic advisors are available to work with English Language Learners and recent immigrants.  Adult Basic Education provides assistance for speakers of other languages.  http://www.anokaramsey.edu/studentservices/college_services_A.cfm#abe

Library

The Libraries at both ARCC Campuses provide a variety of materials, equipment, and services to students, faculty, and staff. Individual and small group study spaces are also available. For information not available on campus you can access materials from over 300 libraries through online catalogs MnPALS & MnLINK. These catalogs include the MnSCU libraries, state agency libraries, the University of Minnesota libraries, and public libraries.                                                                                                              http://www.anokaramsey.edu/library/

Math Skills & Advising Center (MSAC)

The MSAC aids students to brush up on math skills and improve their test scores. It is available to all students who test into and are taking Math 0100, 0200, 0210, and 0220. Tutors and advisors are available for individual consultations with students. Group sessions are also available for exam review and skill development. http://www.anokaramsey.edu/studentservices/MathSkillsAdvising.cfm

Multicultural Services

The Diversity and Multicultural Affairs Department provides support for all students, and in particular students who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education. The Department assists with recruitment, retention, graduation, and alumni connection. By providing educational programming to enhance cultural competence skills and working towards building an inclusive campus environment. Programming will include book clubs, on- and off- campus experiential learning opportunities, student groups, and student leadership opportunities.  http://www.anokaramsey.edu/odma/

Online Services

Students are required to sign up for and use their student e-mail account, which is the college's official means of communication. On the ARCC website, students can also register, check financial aid status, view and pay tuition bills, order textbooks, print unofficial transcripts, and check grades. Wireless access is available in several locations on both campuses; students can log on using their student ID and password. https://www.anokaramsey.edu/onlineProg/index.cfm

Records & Registration

The Records Office processes grade changes, course repeats, transfer and graduation evaluations, diplomas, and address changes. Students can add, drop, or withdraw from courses through their e-services account online, but paper registration with an advisor's signature is required in certain circumstances. NOTE: PSEO students can only make changes to their schedule on paper and will require an advisor's signature each time.  For more information, see http://www.anokaramsey.edu/Admissions/.

Testing Center

The Testing Center provides placement, alternative, and make-up testing for students. Placement tests are required for new students taking eight or more credits, returning students enrolling for their eighth credit, students enrolling in a Math and/or English course, and all PSEO students. Appointments are made through the Campus Information Desk or online at http://www.anokaramsey.edu/Admissions/accuplacer.cfm.