Welcome!
Our Focus
The Center for Addiction Recovery (CAR) at the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Health at Georgia Southern University is one of the nation’s longest-running collegiate recovery programs (CRP). A CRP is a specialized recovery program supporting college students who are in recovery from alcohol and/or drug addiction in an environment where substance use is common. CRPs are associated with reduced relapse rates, improved grades and retention in school, and reduced addiction stigma on campus.
Data collected by CAR show that students have maintained higher-than-average GPAs and the large majority have sustained their recovery, graduated, and have achieved a wide range of successes after graduation. CAR students have become medical doctors, physician assistants, nurses, news anchors, financial analysts, accountants, professors, doctoral students, and business owners, just to name a few.
Our average student is 25 years old and has 1.8 years in recovery. They take 13 credit hours per semester and work 20 hours a week at an on- or off-campus job.
Student Benefits
Students involved with CAR have access to a wide range of services. Students involved with CAR attend weekly seminars that serve to build community, foster social networks, and develop life skills in a small group setting. Discussion topics are relevant to the intersection of addiction recovery and higher education and range from academics and career trajectories to health and wellness. There are also opportunities through CAR to attend social events and conferences, provide peer education on addiction and recovery across campus, and collaborate with local non-profit organizations. CAR has dedicated space on campus including a drop-in room and a study room with access to computers and other technology.
Scheduling school, work, and recovery activities is difficult enough by itself. Students have access to early registration to help them manage their busy schedules, prioritize their recovery, and reach their goals. Scholarships are also available to students who demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, and a commitment to recovery.
Program Admission
College students in recovery at Georgia Southern University or East Georgia College who are interested in being a part of the community at the Center for Addiction Recovery are welcome to apply. Simply reach out to cfar@georgiasouthern.edu for application information. More detailed information on program admission can be found on our admissions page.