Office of Student Success
Academic Success Coaching
Your Success Starts Here
Whether you’re looking to improve your grades, strengthen your study habits, or simply feel more confident navigating college, an Academic Success Coach can help you develop a personalized plan for success.Success coaching is a free service offered through the Office of Student Success that provides one-on-one support to help you identify goals, overcome challenges, and build the skills needed to thrive at MTSU. Our coaches work alongside you to develop strategies that fit your unique strengths, schedule, and academic goals.
What is Academic Success Coaching?
Academic Success Coaching is a collaborative partnership focused on helping you become a more effective and confident learner. Rather than providing tutoring for specific course content, success coaches help you develop the habits, strategies, and mindset that lead to long-term academic success.
Through regular coaching sessions, you can:
- Set meaningful academic and personal goals
- Improve time management and organization
- Develop effective study strategies
- Build motivation and accountability
- Manage procrastination and reduce stress
- Prepare for exams and major assignments
- Learn how to use campus resources effectively
- Create a plan to improve academic performance
- Build confidence and resilience
Who Can Benefit?
Academic Success Coaching is for all students, whether you’re:
- Adjusting to college for the first time
- Looking to improve your GPA
- Balancing school, work, and personal responsibilities
- Feeling overwhelmed or unmotivated
- Returning after academic difficulty
- Preparing for graduate or professional school
- Simply looking to maximize your academic potential
You don’t have to wait until you’re struggling to meet with a success coach. Many successful students use coaching to stay organized, remain accountable, and continue growing throughout their college experience.
What to Expect
Appointments are approximately 30 minutes and are tailored to your individual needs.
During your first appointment, you’ll:
- Discuss your academic goals and current challenges
- Identify strengths and areas for growth
- Explore strategies that fit your learning style
- Develop a personalized action plan
- Connect with additional campus resources when appropriate
Follow-up appointments focus on reviewing your progress, celebrating successes, refining strategies, and keeping you on track toward your goals.
Schedule an Appointment
Taking the first step is easy. Schedule an appointment with an Academic Success Coach today and invest in your future success.
We look forward to partnering with you as you build the skills and confidence to achieve your academic goals.
Office of Student Success
Peck Hall, Room 142
P. O. Box 500
615-494-8650