Academic Success Center

Site Navigation

The Academic Success Center (ASC) offers a variety of free services and connects with over 1,400 students annually — including over 80% of the first-year class.

Connect With Us!

Make an Appointment: Call us at 616.395.7830 or stop by the ASC in Van Zoeren 261, Monday through Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. You can also email us at asc@hope.edu, or make an appointment.
Submit a Question: Complete this form and an ASC staff member will contact you.

Academic Services

Get the in-person help you need through academic coaching, group study sessions, peer partnership learning, or tutoring.

Study Strategy Appointments

Are your studying methods not working for you? Let us help you develop and strengthen the study strategies you need to succeed!

Helpful Tools & Links

We know you’re busy and don’t have time to waste, so we’ve selected a few of the very best websites and videos on topics of interest to you so that you can find the help you need — quickly!

Our Services

Our services are designed to equip you with strategies and resources you can use to:

Succeed in difficult courses
Be a confident and independent learner
Engage in productive and effective study and learning behaviors
Manage your time effectively
Reduce your test anxiety
Avoid procrastination
Achieve your goal of earning a Hope College degree

We celebrate diversity in abilities, identities and perspectives and look forward to working with you to enhance your academic and personal success!

“The ASC has been an incredible source of support throughout my academic journey. The staff consistently go above and beyond to provide guidance, resources and encouragement, making it a welcoming and empowering environment. Their commitment to student success is truly evident in every interaction — whether it’s through clear communication, friendly assistance or the wealth of helpful information available on their website. I’m genuinely grateful for the positive impact the ASC has had on my academic experience.”