What is REACH?

REACH provides free academic support services that are proven to help students succeed in college. This includes:

• One-on-one academic coaching
• Tutoring and study sessions
• Peer-led study groups (PAL)
• Workshops and skill-building sessions

These services are designed to boost your confidence, improve your learning strategies, and connect you with the resources you need to achieve your goals.

Why REACH is Important for MC Students

All first-time UofL Metropolitan College (MC) signers are required to meet with an Academic Coach:

• ✅ Minimum of 2 times in their first semester
• ✅ Minimum of 3 times if you have an approved MC petition for UofL benefits
• ✅ If you have a denied petition, you must attend at least 3 coaching sessions and earn a 2.7 GPA to be eligible for re-petitioning

REACH Academic Coaches are here to:

• Help identify your learning strengths
• Build an individualized support plan
• Guide you to tutoring and academic services
• Support your confidence, independence, and long-term success

MC students face challenges inside and outside of the classroom that may differ from a non- MC participant, we want to ensure that you have all the tools you need to be successful. 

How to Make an Appointment

Making your first appointment is simple:

1. Visit https://reachtutor.louisville.edu
2. Sign in with your UofL Microsoft Login Credentials (ex. mawool01@louisville.edu) and your UofL password if prompted.
3. Complete the Student Consent for Text Alerts prompt after signing in.
4. Look for Schedule Academic Coaching Appointment.
5. Either choose Find first available immediately or select Choose a Date and Center.
6. Select an Academic Coaching Topic (Ex. Academic Coaching - Academic Anxiety).
7. The system will then show you available appointments for that topic.
8. Choose the time you’d like to meet each week.
9. If available, you may select in-person or online. Be sure to check the Is Online box if you prefer virtual.
10. Click Confirm.
11. You’ll receive an email confirmation and reminders by email and text (if you opted into alerts).

Once you’re matched with a coach, they’ll be your go-to support for the semester—and longer if you choose! You’ll receive help navigating tutoring options (including drop-in and PAL), academic tools, and anything else you need to stay on track.