Academic support at IMSA is provided by a collaborative team that includes the Academic Support Coordinator, College and Academic Counselors, Faculty, school counselors, resident counselors, and other staff members. Together, they support students’ academic success and holistic development. The team also:
- Oversees individual and group academic interventions
- Advocates for students by providing coordinated academic support
- Teaches effective learning strategies in one-on-one and group settings
- Assists students in transitioning to IMSA’s rigorous and distinctly different learning environment
I-Day Office Hours and Review Sessions
Students not participating in an SIR or internship are encouraged to utilize Inquiry Days (I Days) to work on schoolwork, collaborate with peers, and connect with faculty for extra support. Faculty host office hours and study sessions throughout the day to give students extra opportunities to ask questions and engage with class material.
Faculty hours and offices vary per individual. Please reach out to specific faculty to schedule a time to meet. Students are not limited to seeing their specific teacher. Students are also welcomed and encouraged to seek support from other faculty in the department.
An updated schedule of office hours and review sessions can be found in the Academic Support Hub on Canvas.
Study Hours
Sophomores and identified upperclassmen needing extra academic support have mandatory study hours in the residence halls from 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays, and 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. on Wednesdays. During the first semester, all days are required. As students demonstrate responsible study habits and maintain their grades, they may no longer be required to attend every day.
Restrictive Study Hall
Writing Center
Writing Center Tutors are available to help students brainstorm, write thesis statements, make an outline/organization plan, learn how to use MLA, APA and Chicago Style citations, and polish final drafts and revisions. The Writing Center is located in A109, but tutors are also available to help in the residence halls during evening hours. Visit the Writing Center to meet with a Writing Center Tutor, or ask your RC for a list of residence hall Writing Center Tutors during evening hours.
Peer Tutors
Peer Tutors are IMSA students who have been approved by subject-specific faculty to assist students one-on-one in the halls, as well as host study sessions during mid-terms and finals week.
Accommodation Plans
Accommodation Plans are created to support students needing additional assistance in and/or outside of the classroom. Visit the Accommodations Page for more information, or contact IMSA’s Accommodations Specialist, Crystal England, with questions.
IMSA Mentor Program
Assigned IMSA faculty or staff to offer additional support for identified students to succeed academically and emotionally. Advocates can be assigned to any student at any time throughout the school year.
Contact Crystal England for more information.