Academic Skills Meetings

Welcome to the Spring 2026 semester!  Academic Skills Meetings will become available on Monday, February 2, 2026. If you have any questions in advance, please email academicpeeradvocates@umbc.edu.

Student staff sitting at table with student smiling near Academic Skills meeting Sign in cubicle

Photo credit FJGaylor Photography for UMBC

What is an Academic Skills Meeting?

Academic Skills Meetings are a service the Academic Success Center offers to all undergraduate students at UMBC. Academic Skills Meetings are available to help further develop skills and academic strategies that have a positive impact on student success.

Academic Skills Meetings can cover the following topics:

  • Academic Accountability Support *NEW FOR FALL 2025*
    • Support for goal-setting, progress tracking, and follow-through
  • Time Management
  • Motivation Tips
  • Study Skills

How do I schedule an Academic Skills Meeting?

Academic Skills Meetings will be offered by appointment only. Students may schedule an appointment up to 24 hours in advance using the links above. In-person or online appointments are available.  Schedule at Academic Skills Meeting at this link. 

If you have questions, please email academicpeeradvocates@umbc.edu.

 

We look forward to seeing you!