Special Student Populations Adult Students   Nontraditional (older) students who are over the age of 25 have special requirements, concerns, and constraints on their time that separate them from the traditional students.   • Often need help in developing a sense of community • May need help with specific concerns such as housing, day care, career planning, and social networking • Are usually also transfer students • Bring a different level of maturity and depth of exposure to their education • May often lack confidence in their ability as students and need much encouragement • At the other extreme, some may be over confident regarding their abilities to handle school and full time employment or full time child care. Need advisors who can help them develop a realistic program.