The FOCUS program is intended to provide a program of specialized services to students who have completed a substance abuse treatment program, either in-patient or out-patient, have been substance-free for a minimum of six months, demonstrate potential for academic success, and can exhibit evidence of being committed to completing a degree program.

Students enrolled in the program will receive the following support:

• Separate, chemical-free, zero-tolerance housing accommodations (available year-round on an optional basis);
• Weekly on-campus 12-step meetings;
• Weekly individual counseling sessions with a certified alcohol and drug abuse counselor;
• One-on-one academic advising;
• Individual tutoring, if needed, through Learning Resources;
• One-on-one career planning through the Career Services Office;
• One-on-one technology support as needed through the Computer Services Department.

Recreational activities are an important part of recovery. To this end, the Office of Student Life provides more than 200 activities annually that are free to our students. All activities are alcohol and drug free and encompass a wide variety of interests.

What are the requirements for admission to Dana and the FOCUS program? 

To be admitted to the FOCUS Program, all candidates must be accepted to Dana and submit:

• Evidence of successfully completing a substance abuse treatment program;
• Letters of recommendation from: a primary counselor at treatment program and a person who can speak to the student's academic potential;
• A personal statement indicating strong motivation to enter Dana College and the FOCUS program.

For more information contact:
David Hoppe, MHR, CADAC
FOCUS Program Director
(402) 426-7343
dhoppe@dana.edu