Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)
The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) is Rochester University’s academic support and resource center. The ACE provides student-centered programs, resources, and services in order to develop independent and successful learners. Academic support services and resources include one-on-one in-person peer tutoring for foundational courses, 24/7 online tutoring support, textbooks, calculator checkout, study skills support, computer and printer stations, and so much more. Centrally located near the cafeteria and cafe, the ACE offers an alternative place to study in close proximity to academic resources and assistance. During the traditional school year, in-person peer tutoring is available to undergraduate students on a walk-in basis or by appointment. For summer semesters, support is available online through Smarthinking. Graduate student tutoring is only available online through Smarthinking, but graduate students are welcome to all of the resources available through the ACE. Online support and academic resources are always available to both undergraduate and graduate students via Smarthinking. For more information, please contact the ACE at 248.218.2173 or email
acelab@RochesterU.edu.