Is the ISF program a “Remedial” or “Honors” program?
No. The ISF program is neither of these. Students are placed into this program in such a way as to match the profile of the incoming freshmen class in terms of both its gender balance and its range of academic qualifications. Students who have documented learning disabilities may struggle in this program due to the heavier content of courses in the program and the pace of college courses compared to high school courses. The ISF program is more of an “Enrichment” program. Initially begun to aid in student retention, opportunities for connecting with their professors and fellow students is at the heart of the program. Extra activities not available to the general student body are some of the vehicles used to meet this goal. Activities usually include a retreat, musical performances such as Les Miserables, tours of San Diego etc.
