Academic Coaching

Academic Coaching is a student-centered support service that helps learners develop the skills, habits, and strategies necessary for academic and personal success. Unlike tutoring, which focuses on content mastery, academic coaching focuses on how students learn. Coaches work one-on-one with students to set goals, manage time effectively, improve study habits, build motivation, and address challenges such as procrastination or test anxiety. 

Key Areas of Support Include: 

• Time management and organization 

• Goal setting and academic planning 

• Study strategies and test preparation 

• Motivation and self-regulation 

• Managing stress and academic mindset 

Skill-building workshops on the topics above are offered throughout the semester, often in collaboration with faculty or student success programs. Workshops are typically offered at the beginning, midpoint, and end of the semester, with focused sessions before midterms and finals.  

How to Access Services 

Students, faculty, and/or advisors can schedule appointments through Navigate at tutoring.kean.edu. 

For more information on any student support services, visit the Nancy Thompson Learning Commons website at: Learning Commons.