Get exam ready
Get ready for your U of T exams with a variety of events, resources, programs, FREE STUFF and more from Student Life—all designed to boost your confidence, keep you on track, manage stress and help you succeed.
Prep for success this exam season
Grab your FREE study kit
Exam Ready booths
November 18-22, 2024
Locations across campus
Stop by one of our Exam Ready booths to pick up a free study kit, filled with essentials to help you stay focused, organized and energized during your study sessions.
Join our Facebook chat on healthy habits, study tips and stress management
Live chat and Q&A
November 19, 2024
12:30 p.m.
Facebook Live
Join student reps from Health & Wellness and The Centre for Learning Strategy Support for a live chat on Facebook, where you’ll learn how to build healthy study habits, manage stress and stay motivated throughout exam season. Whether you’re in the middle of exams or just starting your prep, this session will give you the tools to succeed.
Take part in workshops and events for exam support, expert advice and chances to connect and de-stress
Manage exam and test stress
Join a one-hour virtual workshop hosted by U of T Health & Wellness to learn techniques to handle exam-related stress and stay focused under pressure.
November 21, 2024
Get focused and overcome procrastination
Stay up late for online workshops and co-working sessions to support your studying, plus in-person activities to help you de-stress and connect with other students.
November 21, 2024
Improve your study skills through the Learning How to Learn workshop series
In this series you’ll get expert guidance on creating a study plan, prepping for different types of exam questions and so much more. Choose from a variety of workshops hosted by professional learning strategists at the Centre for Learning Strategy Support.
Short on time? Watch the Learning How to Learn at U of T video series.
Upcoming Learning How to Learn Exam Prep Workshops:
Creating an Exam Study Plan
November 12
Preparing for Exams Series:
Problem-Based Assessments
November 14, December 3
Short-Answer and Essays
November 19, November 28
Multiple Choice Questions
November 21, November 26
Get specialized support with Learning Skills Workshops from Accessibility Services
Choose from workshops like memory strategies for tests and exams, preparing for in-person exams and so much more. Each workshop is led by an Accessibility Services learning strategist and designed to empower you with practical tools and learning strategies.
All U of T students who self-identify as having a disability are eligible.
Upcoming Learning Skills Workshops for Exam Prep:
Memory Strategies for Tests
and Exams
November 27, December 2
Preparing for In-Person Tests and Exams
November 29, December 4
Need accommodations for your exams?
Make sure you’re registered with Accessibility Services and Accommodated Testing Services (ATS) before the deadlines.
ATS coordinates accommodations for quizzes, tests, exams and online assessments at U of T’s St. George Campus. If you need accommodations, you must register with ATS for each test or exam and meet the accommodation deadlines.
To use ATS, you must be registered with Accessibility Services and approved for accommodations.
View the Accessibility Services accommodation registration deadlines >
Already registered with Accessibility Services? View the ATS accommodation registration deadlines >
Always-on programs and services to support your exam success
Exams can be tough, but you don’t have to face them alone. Student Life offers a variety of programs and services to help you succeed during exams and throughout the year. Explore resources that will help you build effective study habits, manage stress, connect with others and stay on top of your learning.
Connect with peer mentors who understand
Get personalized support from trained U of T peer mentors. Peer mentors are students, just like you, who can offer guidance based on their own experiences in academics, mental health and accessibility, helping you succeed during exam season and beyond.
Academic success with CLSS Peer Mentors:
Get study tips and learning strategies to achieve success on your own terms. Whether you need help with time management or developing effective study habits, CLSS peer mentors are here to guide you.
Mental health support with Health & Wellness peer mentors:
Talk through personal challenges, learn ways to support your well-being during high-stress times or just offload what’s on your mind. Health & Wellness peer mentors are ready to listen and provide support.
Navigating barriers with Accessibility peer mentors:
Accessibility peer mentors can help you navigate academic barriers, build self-advocacy skills and connect with campus resources to support your success at U of T.
Join a Study Hub
Participate in a focused, two-hour, online or in-person study session where you set goals, stay accountable, get motivated, get work done and connect with others in a supportive, non-judgmental study space.
Centre yourself with Mindful Moments
Find balance and recharge with mindfulness meditation and yoga sessions. Take a break from busy exam days and discover a peaceful space to reconnect with yourself.
Take care of your mental health
Access professional mental health support services from U of T Health & Wellness. Explore a variety of services designed to help during high-stress times and beyond. Learn about your options and speak with clinicians to find the right care for you.
Access free, 24/7 mental health support
U of T Telus Health Student Support (THSS)
1-844-451-9700
Outside of North America call: 001-416-380-6578
Get free, 24/7 confidential support for any school, health or personal concern. Connect with a counselor any time, anywhere via app, phone or web for real-time help, or schedule an appointment that works for you. Support is available in 35 languages instantly over the phone and in 146 languages for ongoing care.
Good2Talk Student Helpline
1-866-925-5454
Connect with Good2Talk for free, professional counselling, volunteer crisis support and information and referrals about mental health services and supports on and off campus. Good2Talk supports post-secondary students in Ontario through a wide range of issues that may be impacting their mental health and well-being.
Study skills resources
Prepare for your exams with confidence by checking out these online resources. Designed to help you study smarter, these tips, tools and guides are here to set you up for success. The best part? You can access them anytime.
Build your learning toolkit
Discover the Centre for Learning Strategy Support’s resource library, where you’ll find all the links, documents and guides you need to study, complete assignments and prep for exams.
Study smarter
Get tips to help you face any exam with confidence. Download the exam tips guide, watch a video on study hacks, navigate on-campus resources and more.
Be exam ready in 10 Steps
Check out 10 ways to feel your best and be prepared as you approach exams.
Match your study style to any exam format
Discover tailored study tips and techniques for every exam format.
