Academic Support

Academic Advising

Academic advising is considered an integral part of a student’s academic experience. Prior to beginning their first semester, all matriculated (degree-seeking) students are assigned an academic advisor, generally a faculty member in the students’s major. The Academic Advising Center practices a personal, developmental, and intentional advising model to empower students to make informed decisions regarding their personal and career goals, plan of study, and educational development. Students must consult with their academic advisor and be granted registration clearance before registering for courses or making changes to their academic schedule. While advisors support students, it is imperative for each student to be familiar with academic policies and assume responsibility for their own academic program. 

Undeclared/Exploratory Studies majors are advised by professional academic advisors in the Academic Advising Center. When an Undeclared/Exploratory Studies student is accepted into a new major, a new academic advisor from the declared program of study will be assigned by the chairperson of the student’s new major. 

Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center (ASC) plays a significant role in supporting the intellectual and academic life of Springfield College students. Offering a broad array of services, the ASC provides academic support for all Springfield College students in their pursuit of academic excellence and helps students maximize their learning opportunities and realize their academic potential.  The Center provides a safe and nurturing environment where students can readily access services to support their learning. There are four core services within the Academic Success Center:  

Tutorial Services:

• Writing & Reading Support Services offers students help with all aspects of the writing and reading processes.

• Math-Science Support Services provides assistance to students taking courses in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Biology and Chemistry

• The Content Tutorial Program delivers support for course work that is outside what is covered by Writing & Reading Support Services and Math-Science Support Services.

• The Conversation Partners Program provides support for non-native speaking students wishing to improve conversation and comprehension skills.

Disability & Accessibility Services:

• Disability & Accessibility Services offers academic accommodations and support services to students with documented disabilities.

• The Assistive Technology Program provides training in a range of assistive technologies.  

Academic Coaching Program:

• The Academic Coaching Program is available to help students improve time management and learning strategies.  

• The Academic Progress Program provides assistance and support for the students in academic jeopardy to help improve their academic skills, performance, and standing.

MTEL Assistance Program:

• The MTEL Assistance Program provides support for students preparing to take the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure®.  

The Academic Success Center is located on the third floor of the Learning Commons and can be contacted at 413-748-3389 or ASC@springfieldcollege.edu.  More detailed descriptions of all provided services is available on their website.

Hours:

Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday, 4-9 p.m.