Ace your finals with these 5 tips
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 8, 2025) — Finals season is almost here which means coffee is flowing, notes are out and Canvas reminders are suddenly louder than usual. But don’t worry — UK has everything you need to stay focused, feel supported and crush your finals with confidence.
Here are five ways to boost your success:
- Know your exam schedule. Final exams don’t always follow your normal class time, so double-check dates, times and locations now. It’s also a good idea to see if you have more than three exams on the same day so you can request accommodations early. Find your final exam schedule here.
- Prep smarter, not harder with Transformative Learning. Stuck on a concept? Need help organizing your study plan? Looking to level-up a presentation? Transformative Learning (TL) has you covered with academic support built for every learning style. Use TL’s Finals Study Schedule to map out a plan:
- Integrated Success Coaching. Work one-on-one to set goals and strategize for success.
- Peer Tutoring. Free help for many 100- and 200-level math, science and business courses.
- Presentation U. Communication and composition support for any class and any assignment.
- Supplemental Instruction. Weekly peer-led study sessions for specific high-demand courses.
- Need a quiet study zone? UK has rooms for that. Whether you’re grinding solo or working with a group, you can reserve a study room during Reading Days, Dec. 11-12. Perfect for escaping loud roommates, group projects or just zoning in. Reserve your spot online.
- Get class-specific help - fast. Every class is different, and UK offers resources tailored to exactly what you’re taking. Search by course, find support and feel more prepared before test day even arrives. Find resources by class here.
- Take a break at Student Activity Board’s Crunch Brunch. Studying is important but so is taking time to breathe. Grab your friends, reset your brain and enjoy a fun finals break at Crunch Brunch 7-10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, at Gatton Student Center. Think breakfast food, good vibes and a chance to recharge before the final push. Get details here.
Finals may feel like a lot. But you’re not doing them alone. With study support, campus resources and some much-needed brain breaks along the way, you’re set up to ace this semester like a Wildcat.
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