Academic Success Coaching

Our Academic Success Coaches are here to support students who may feel overwhelmed by the academic demands of college. Any USI student can receive free, personalized support from an Academic Success coach in a supportive environment, focusing on building skills to promote both academic and personal success. Academic Success coaches provide weekly one-on-one sessions tailored to the individual needs of each student, focusing on areas such as:

Study skills: time management, organization, avoiding procrastination, note-taking, textbook reading, and test-taking
Enhancing memory, concentration, and overall academic performance
Goal setting, planning, and breaking assignments into manageable steps
Building accountability, responsibility, and self-advocacy
Developing structured study routines and increasing motivation
Improving interpersonal communication, active listening, and collaboration
Adjusting to college life, connecting with campus resources, and forming relationships with university personnel and peers

All Academic Success coaches complete extensive training led by the Academic Success Center staff to ensure they are well-equipped to guide students effectively.