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TOP 10 REASONS

Top 10 Reasons to Join a FIG

When students with similar interests share a common class schedule, they experience an easier adjustment to college life, often earn higher GPAs, experience greater levels of on-campus involvement, and enjoy the benefits of increased retention and personalized attention. In addition to having your course schedule already developed for you, Maverick Scholars also enjoy benefits such as:

10. Annual invitation to the President’s Maverick Scholars Luncheon

9. Start out your college career on the right track.

8. Automatic enrollment in UT Arlington’s Freshmen Seminar Course

7. Out-of-class programming ensuring personal, academic, and social success

6. Individualized attention from a Peer Counselor and Faculty Mentor

5. Reserved space in required core courses such as Political Science, Math, & English.

4. Make great memories and lasting friendships

3. Enrollment in major-related courses usually reserved for upperclassmen.

2. Earn a Higher GPA

1. It just makes sense!

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