Success Coaching = Academic Coaching 

We are transitioning from the term "Academic Coaching" to "Success Coaching" to better capture the holistic nature of what our coaches do. During this shift, you will see both terms used interchangeably on this website.

Professional Coaches

Our professional Success Coaches are full-time professionals who meet with Aggies one-to-one or in small groups. Coaches work in partnership with students to help them improve their academic performance. Like an athletic coach or a personal trainer, the academic coach identifies your strengths and weaknesses and individualizes appropriate activities. 

Students utilizing Coaching to complete a Success Certificate Program MUST meet with a professional coach.

Peer Coaches

Our student Peer Success Coaches are fellow students whose experience and training can help you navigate the common challenges many students face. They are a great option for students who have a question about finding resources on campus or help with adjusting to life as a college student.  Peer coaches have one-to-one appointments available and drop-in hours. 

Students utilizing Coaching to complete a Success Certificate Program MUST meet with a professional coach.   Peer coaching meetings do not fulfill the requirements to complete a success certificate.

Coaches Help Students of All Success Levels 

• become self-regulated learners;
• understand and use effective, individualized learning strategies;
• identify and overcome obstacles that may be impeding academic success;
• focus on goals and identify steps to reaching those goals;
• develop strong time-management and organization skills;
• find the motivation to take ownership of their academic trajectory;
• monitor progress;
• refer students, as needed, to other academic services on campus such as academic advising, personal or career counseling, or tutoring.

 

What to Expect from Your Coaching Session

Initial coaching appointments typically last 45 minutes. At the first appointment, the coach assesses your needs and makes recommendations. The coach may recommend follow-up appointments, referrals to academic support services, and assignments designed to develop effective learning strategies or time management skills. If follow-up sessions are needed, the coach monitors your progress and works with you to create and develop success strategies.

What kind of appointment should I make?

I am required by my College or Department to complete a Success Certificate Program – Academic/Success Coaching with a professional coach

I’m in my first semester at A&M and adjusting to college – ASC Peer Coaching

I want help finding resources for my classes –  ASC Peer Coaching

I want help with my organization and time management –  ASC Peer Coaching

I want help with “how to study” –  ASC Peer Coaching

I want help with textbook reading and/or note taking –  ASC Peer Coaching

I want to find out more about what the ASC offers –  ASC Peer Coaching

I’m not sure where to start – ASC Peer Coaching

I have a really unique or complex situation - Academic/Success Coaching with a professional coach

I need help with the CONTENT for a specific class – Tutoring

How to Make a Coaching Appointment

1. Go to Navigate. 
2. Make sure to select the correct “semester/term” at the top right of the page (Ex. Fall 2024).
3. Access the Schedule an Appointment blue banner on right side of the page.
4. Select Advising Texas A&M University as the appointment type.
5. Under ASC – Academic Success Center, select the service as either Academic Coaching Initial Appointment or Military Veteran Initial Coaching Appointment for a professional coach, or select Peer Coaching for a peer coach (see Note below).
6. Pick a date from the menu then select Find Available Time.
7. You then have the option to search different days and choose preferred Staff Members by name, Mode, either in-person or Virtual (Zoom), and Locations (Pavilion 2nd floor or VRSC).  Otherwise, choose the first available spot.
8. Once your appointment day/time is chosen, be sure to select the final “Schedule” button to book the appointment.      
9. NOTE: Students required to complete a success certificate who choose “Success Coaching” must meet with a professional success coach. Peer coaching meetings do not fulfill the requirements to complete a success certificate.

Drop-in Hours for Success Coaching 

 

Day	Availability	Session Type
Monday	9:00 am - 11:00 am	In-person
Tuesday	1:00 pm - 3:00 pm	In-person
Wednesday	1:00 pm - 3:00 pm	In-person
Thursday	9:00 am - 11:00 am	In-person
Friday	9:00 am - 11:00 am	In-person