Bloomfield College Center for Student Success

The Center for Student Success focuses on the retention, graduation, and employability of Bloomfield College students.

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In support of Bloomfield College of Montclair State University’s mission, the Center for Student Success (CSS) serves as the central hub for academic support, student development, and student success initiatives. Through collaborative academic support services such as Bloomfield Boost, the McNair Scholars Program, the Center for Academic Advising and Career Education, and the Office of Tutoring, Writing, and Academic Support, CSS provides an accessible network of resources that fosters student engagement through diverse success programming.

At CSS, we recognize that Bloomfield students bring unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives to our academic community. Our approach to student success is rooted in holistic development, combining evidence-based practices with innovative, community-informed strategies that reflect the needs of our students.

Our campus partnerships create a connected system of support that empowers students to thrive academically and personally.

The Center for Student Success:

Connects students, faculty, and staff with resources, strategies, and tools that support academic success and personal growth.
Serves as a campus hub for student success research, best practices, and innovation in higher education.
Partners with campus offices to align and strengthen student success initiatives across Bloomfield College.
Supports students on Academic Action with guidance, skill-building, and individualized support to improve academic performance and study habits.
Creates opportunities for engagement and reflection that promote persistence, belonging, and long-term success.

Academic Success Coaching

Academic Success Coaching at CSS is a proactive, developmental partnership that empowers students to identify goals, strengthen academic skills, overcome barriers, and persist toward degree completion.

Academic Success Coaches are trained in evidence-based coaching practices and use a variety of tools and resources to support student success.

Through intentional conversations and connections to campus resources, coaching supports students’ academic success and holistic development by building skills, confidence, and a sense of belonging that promotes persistence toward graduation.

Schedule an appointment with an Academic Success Coach through Navigate.

Academic Action

IDS 165: Academic Recovery supports students on Academic Action in developing academic, personal and social skills needed to succeed and graduate from Bloomfield College of Montclair State University.

IDS 165 Course Description

Academic Recovery is designed to help students identify their strengths and areas for growth while developing personalized action plans for self-improvement. With the assistance of their Peer Academic Coach, students will be connected with campus and community resources that can support them in achieving their goals and implementing their plans effectively. The course also focuses on building essential strategies and life skills that foster both academic achievement and personal success, empowering students to thrive throughout their college experience and beyond.

IDS 165 Course Requirements

Attend class regularly
Meet with an Academic Coach and academic advisor as outlined in the academic action contract
Engage with campus and community resources that support individual self-improvement goals
Complete assigned coursework and activities through Canvas
Attend required meetings with the instructor outside of class to review feedback, discuss progress, and address academic concerns
Participate in mandatory tutoring sessions as outlined in the academic action contract and course syllabus
Successfully complete all course requirements and meet institutional retention standards

Students who do not successfully complete IDS 165 Academic Recovery and/or fail to meet retention standards may be placed on the appropriate academic standing based on their academic history, which may include academic suspension.