Total Comeback is a support program designed to help students successfully return to Marshall after completing a total withdrawal. We understand that stepping away from college often happens for complex, real life reasons and coming back can feel overwhelming. This program provides personalized support to help you get back on track both academically and personally.

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What We Offer

Total Comeback provides hands-on support to address the barriers that may have impacted your time away, including:

Assistance with SAP appeals and financial aid concerns
Help resolving holds and navigating re-enrollment
Connections to mental health services and counseling
Support for food insecurity and basic needs
Academic strategies, time management, and study skills
Referrals to campus and community resources
One-on-one meetings and ongoing check-ins

Students also have the opportunity to participate in structured support through individual meetings and guided check-ins focused on building resiliency, improving academic performance, and managing stress.

Program Structure

Total Comeback combines individualized support with structured guidance over time:

One-on-one meetings for personalized goal setting
Regular check-ins to stay on track
Optional support group focused on common challenges such as:

- Time management
- Mental health
- Study skills
- Class attendance and engagement

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Get Started

It’s not too late to return. If you’re interested in coming back to Marshall and aren’t sure where to start, Total Comeback can help guide you through the process.

You can meet in person, virtually, or by phone to:

Explore your eligibility to return
Get help registering for classes
Navigate financial aid requirements

Contact: Morgan Conley, MA, LPC, ALPS, Assistant Director of Student Success Initiatives

Email: mong1@marshall.edu

Phone: 304-696 – 7181

Location: East Hall 239