STUDENT ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES
Undergraduate and graduate students can take advantage of a wide variety of academic and professional support services to help them reach new levels of achievement, even in subject areas in which they already excel. University-wide and college-based resources provide specialized, one-on-one services intended to cultivate success.
The areas listed below focus on supporting, elevating and applying learning.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
University-wide academic resources are available to all undergraduate and graduate students within the six colleges.
Learning Support Services
Offers a variety of support services, including academic coaching, study tools and workshops, and academic accommodations.
Writing
Center
Provides one-on-one sessions with a qualified tutor who can assist at any stage of the writing process.
The Math Center
in The Learners' Studio
Facilitates students to work together on group projects, study independently and get help with all first-year and sophomore level math and statistics courses as well as many advanced courses.
The Learners'
Studio
Offers students free tutoring in all subjects beyond math and writing.
CENTER FOR SPEAKING AND PRESENTATION
Helps students develop and refine their public speaking, interview and presentation skills.
Center for Access, Success and Achievement
Provides holistic support for underrepresented, first-generation and Pell eligible students in a culturally diverse and academically-excellent environment.
Academic Support for Athletics
Delivers supplemental academic support for all varsity student-athletes, addressing their unique academic needs.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Villanova offers a variety of specialized programming that enhances students’ academic experiences.
CENTER FOR RESEARCH AND FELLOWSHIPS
Supports Villanovans at all levels to enhance their career trajectories through mentoring, student research opportunities and assistance securing competitive awards and fellowships.
OFFICE FOR
EDUCATION ABROAD
Facilitates international opportunities that encourage students to pursue academic endeavors that strengthen critical thinking and foster a curiosity about the world.
CAREER
CENTER
Provides high-quality, comprehensive career services, empowering students and alumni to choose and attain personally rewarding careers.
INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT
Several offices across campus provide specialized support to Villanova students.
CENTER FOR GRADUATE RESEARCH AND EDUCATION
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
OFFICE OF ACCESS AND DISABILITY SERVICES
OFFICE OF VETERANS AND MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS
COLLEGE RESOURCES
Each college has additional resources geared towards students in their disciplines.
UNDERGRADUATE
The Office for Undergraduate Students guides and supports students from orientation to graduation as they explore the many experiential possibilities that the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences provides. We empower students to begin a process of self-discovery, providing them with the resources to forge their own educational and professional direction.
GRADUATE
Students are encouraged to contact their program director or department chair to find out about resources tailored to their specific needs. In addition, the Office of Graduate Studies offers a number of resources, including conference travel funding, summer research fellowships and language workshops.
UNDERGRADUATE
The Clay Center facilitates the intellectual, professional and personal growth of undergraduate business students by providing educational planning and academic advising; experiential learning opportunities (internships and CoOps); and professional development programs and resources.
Housed in the Clay Center, the Charlotte and James V. O’Donnell ’63 Center for Professional Development provides professional development activities that enrich students’ academics with insights and experiences that support professional goals.
VSB Peer Tutors support the academic success of their undergraduate classmates in the core Business courses. The program is open to all VSB undergraduate students.
GRADUATE
Students are encouraged to contact their program director to find out about resources tailored to their specific needs.
UNDERGRADUATE
Peer tutoring and mentoring programs are available through the College's various student groups and honor societies. Learn more.
GRADUATE
Students are encouraged to contact their advisor or graduate program chair to find out about resources tailored to their specific needs.
UNDERGRADUATE
Various support services are available to Nursing students to assist them with their academic endeavors, such as those that relate to test-taking, study skills and subject-specific issues. Learn more.
GRADUATE
Students are encouraged to contact their program director to find out about resources tailored to their specific needs.
Academic support services are available to all College of Professional Studies students in credit-bearing degree or certificate programs through a variety of resources, including advising, library, writing, math services, study skills counseling, tutoring and technology support.
Resources available to professional education (non-credit) students are limited and vary by program and/or course.
Learn more about Student Advising and Support Services.
The Office of Academic Success provides services to students through an academic mentor program, study skills seminars, instructional materials, one-on-one meetings and resources.
Students are prepared for professional success through education offerings and one-on-one career counseling provided by the Office of Career Strategy and Advancement.
ADDITIONAL ACADEMIC RESOURCES
BEYOND ACADEMICS
Numerous resources are available to support the needs of Villanova students beyond academics.
STUDENT WELLNESS
Offering resources to assist in the development of the whole student—mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally, culturally and socially.
FINANCIAL AND STUDENT SUPPORT
Providing students with several resources to assist with financial or personal hardships, technology, research and professional development.