Learning Services

Welcome to Learning Services!

How to Make an Academic Coaching Appointment

1: Log in to Patriot Connect & click “Schedule An Appointment

2: Select “Academic Support Services” & Choose Learning Services from following the list.

4: Choose what kind of Academic coaching you need like Academic Coaching or Academic Coaching with a Learning Specialist.

5: Choose your appointment day and time.

6: Review and Confirm your Appointment!

Academic Coaching Topics


There are a number of topics that can be addressed during academic coaching. The coach will customize the sessions to focus on the issues that are important for the student, but the most common topics include:

  • Time management
  • Procrastination
  • Motivation
  • Goal setting
  • Study techniques
  • Concentration
  • Reading
  • Note-taking
  • Memorization
  • Exam strategies
  • Academic anxiety

Access your Guide to Online Learning! Please visit: Online Learning

Study group

Learning Services, located in SUB I, Suite 3600,  provides a variety of free, experience-based learning opportunities for the Mason Community through one-on-one academic coaching, academic success workshops, and online resources.

If you need further assistance, please call (703) 993-2999, email Learning Services, or come to our office in SUB I, Room 3600.

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