
Student Success & Well-Being

The Center for Student Success & Well-Being plays a critical role in supporting medical students academically, emotionally and personally throughout their time at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences, ensuring they reach their full potential for success both in the classroom and in their future practice.

Mission Statement
To support the academic, personal, and professional well-being of medical learners by assisting them in reaching their full potential for success during medical school and throughout their future practice.
Objectives
- Improve academic performance through targeted support and individualized guidance.
- Enhance emotional resilience and mental well-being by promoting healthy coping strategies.
- Foster a sense of belonging and reduce stigma associated with academic or personal challenges.
- Equip students with lifelong skills for managing stress, time, workload, and professional responsibilities.
Core Areas Of Support
Academic Support
Helping students develop effective learning strategies, improve performance, and achieve academic goals.
Mental Health & Emotional Support
Providing resources, referrals, and programming that promote well-being and resilience.
Personal Development
Supporting growth in self-awareness, leadership, communication, and professional identity formation.
Progress & Feedback
Identifying students’ needs early and providing proactive support through assessment and continuous feedback.
Crisis Resources
If you are in need of urgent mental health assistance, please contact 988.
The University Counseling Center offers confidential in-person and tele-mental health resources for all UND students enrolled this semester. New clients are asked to schedule online via the UND Health Portal or call 701.777.2127.