- What is Academic Coaching?
Academic Coaching assists the student with a variety of academic skills and techniques. Coaches provide students with academic support in areas that include but is not limited to: organization, time management, test-taking strategies, and goal setting.
- What are the benefits of Academic Coaching?
Academic Coaches work with students individually, assess their strengths and needs, identify additional academic and personal resources, and develop an individualized plan of action for academic success.
- How much does Academic Coaching cost?
Academic Coaching is free to all undergraduate students who are currently registered at Southern Illinois University.
- Who will be my Academic Coach?
Academic Coaches are undergraduate students who are trained in providing techniques and strategies to utilize in each session.
- How do students request an Academic Coach?
Students can complete a request in person at the Tutoring Center in Morris Library, 7th floor or online on the
Academic Coaching page. All coaching sessions are held in Morris Library 7th floor Room 710 (Tutoring Center).
- Am I guaranteed an Academic Coach?
We cannot guarantee all students requesting assistance will be connected to an Academic Coach. Connection depends on availability of the Academic Coach and schedule compatibility between the student and Academic Coach.
- Is Academic Coaching available during the summer?
Academic Coaching is offered during the fall/spring semester, and during the summer when the Tutoring Center is open.
- How should a student prepare for the first Academic Coaching session?
Students should ask questions related to the Academic Coaching process, share expectations and outcomes, and share changes they would like to see happen during the Academic Coaching experience.
- When a student is unable to keep a scheduled appointment, what should they do?
Contact Academic Coach directly or contact the Tutoring Center, 618-453-3387 or e-mail tutoring@siu.edu at least 24 hours in advance.
- Can graduate students receive Academic Coaching?
Yes, we offer Academic Coaching to undergraduate and graduate students.
