Transform Student Success with MAPSS: $89,000 in Support for APLU Members

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) has received a prestigious $1.3 million grant from the ECMC Foundation to launch the Mentorship for Academic & Personalized Student Success (MAPSS) Initiative. As the grant recipient, APLU will guide six member institutions in developing sustainable peer mentorship models that bridge equity gaps and drive meaningful change for underserved students. Mentor Collective, selected as APLU’s mentorship support provider, will offer technology and resources to help institutions implement impactful, lasting mentorship programs.

Why Apply for the MAPSS Initiative?
Institutions selected for MAPSS will receive:

$89,000 in financial support for mentorship programming

Access to Mentor Collective's technology and mentorship support

Membership in an APLU-led community of practice focused on student success

Opportunities for collaboration with other APLU institutions to share insights and best practices

Making a Lasting Impact

Well-designed mentorship programs provide essential support, foster a sense of belonging, and help supply the resources students need for academic success. MAPSS empowers institutions to build and sustain these impactful programs, significantly improving student outcomes. Results from APLU member campuses using Mentor Collective’s services include:

97% of mentees at the University of San Diego report a stronger sense of belonging

5,000+ peer conversations logged at UNC Charlotte with 1,180+ students matched with relevant mentors

2,661 administration hours saved over one year at Georgia Southern University

Transform Student Success with MAPSS:$89,000 in Support for APLU Members

Join the Mentorship for Academic & Personalized Student Success (MAPSS) Initiative to revolutionize student success at your institution

Transform Student Success with MAPSS:
$89,000 in Support for APLU Members