Your insider guide to surviving and thriving at RPI — Pre-Finals Edition
The stretch run is here. Here’s how to make it count.
The weeks between now and finals are where semesters are won or lost. Not because of one big cram session, but because of the small decisions you make right now: showing up to a review session, booking a tutoring slot, asking the question you’ve been sitting on for three weeks.
The Success Center has your back from now through finals. Review sessions are scheduled and filling up. Tutoring runs 7 days a week. And yes, that includes upper-level courses. Here’s everything you need to know.
Exams on deck. Review sessions confirmed.
Sessions below are confirmed. More are still being added — check our website for the latest. No sign-up needed, just show up.
- MAU — Mon, Apr 6 · 5–7pm · Success Center, Rm 107
- Strengths of Materials — Mon, Apr 6 · 5–7pm · Beta Classroom
- Thermo — Sun, Apr 12 · 5–7pm · Success Center, Rm 107
- Essence of Eng. Mechanics — Mon, Apr 13 · 5–7pm · Success Center, Rm 122
- CS I — Tue, Apr 14 · 7–9pm · Nason Classroom
- Diff Eq (Sec. 1–4) — Wed, Apr 15 · 7–9pm · Success Center, Rm 107
- Chem I — Sun, Apr 19 · 2–4pm · DCC
- Physics I (Exam 3) — Sun, Apr 19 · 3–5pm · Success Center, Rm 107
- Diff Eq (Sec. 13–16) — Sun, Apr 19 · 3–5pm · Location TBD
- Calc II (Sec. 9–20) — Mon, Apr 20 · 7–9pm · Nason Classroom
- Embedded Control (Exam 2) — Mon, Apr 20 · 5–7pm · Success Center, Rm 122
- Propulsion Systems — Mon, Apr 20 · 5–7pm · Success Center, Rm 107
- Physics II (Exam 3) — Tue, Apr 21 · 7–9pm · Nason Classroom
- Diff Eq (Sec. 9–12) — Sun, Apr 26 · 3–5pm · Success Center, Rm 107
- Math Methods (Exam 3) — Mon, Apr 27 · 7–9pm · ECAV
More sessions are being added as they’re confirmed. Visit successcenter.rpi.edu/news for the latest schedule.
The Success Center isn’t just for first-years.
Tutoring at the Success Center covers 1000 to 4000-level courses, runs 7 days a week, and is free for every RPI undergraduate. Whether you’re in Calc I or a 4000-level MANE course, there’s a tutor here who can help.
- 7 days a week — tutoring available throughout the week
- 1000–4000 level courses — not just introductory classes
- Free — for every RPI undergraduate
Drop-in or by appointment. No appointment? No problem. Evening drop-in hours are open most nights. Want a guaranteed slot? Book online at rpi.mywconline.com.
Real Talk
Don’t be afraid to ask for help, getting help early can save you from a lot of stress and confusion later on.
Good at a subject? Help others level up.
Applications to become a Success Center tutor for Fall 2026 are now open. It’s a paid position, a great resume line, and a chance to make a real difference for your fellow RPI students. We’re looking for students with strong academic backgrounds who want to support their peers.
Apply to be a tutor for Fall 2026.
The finish line is in sight. Make the most of what’s left.
Every tool you need to close out the semester strong is free, on campus, and ready for you.
Upshift RPI — Brought to you by the RPI Student Success Center · Folsom Library, 1st Floor · (518) 276-6269 · successcenter.rpi.edu
