Use these tips to prepare and manage your time for finals week!
Start with a Plan
Check out test preparation tips from ACE, and create a 5-day study plan to prepare for your exams.
Video on Test Preparation
Tackle Course Content with Tutoring
ACE offers individual and group tutoring for many of FSU’s most challenging undergraduate courses. Learn how to schedule tutoring appointments in advance to secure your spot at ace.fsu.edu/tutoring or join STEM Walk-In Tutoring at Strozier.
Prepare for Proctored Exams
The FSU Testing Center offers proctored testing services in the Tallahassee campus testing facility, with a preapproved proctor or proctoring facility and through an online proctoring service. Check out their website for information about how to schedule exams if needed, and what to expect.
Find Your Best Study Spot
Take a walk on campus and explore Strozier Library, Dirac Library, ACE and the Student Union as possible places to study. For a full list of study spaces and hours for finals, head here.
Make Time for Wellness during Finals Week
Don’t forget to balance productivity and wellness to help manage stress. Take a walk outside or find ways to move with Campus Recreation. Check out CHAW’s website for more tips on getting good sleep, time management and ways to manage stress.
As the semester wraps up, check out these resources for a safe and sustainable transition to winter break:
CDU Presents: Due at 11:59 p.m.
Tuesday, December 2 | 6 - 8 p.m.
⏰ CLUB DOWNUNDER PRESENTS: DUE AT 11:59 ⏰
Need a space to lock in for finals? Join us at Club Downunder for a chill study sesh! We’ll bring the cozy vibes and study snacks; you bring the homework and exam prep. See you there! Free and open to all.
Cocoa, Cookies and Cram
Wednesday, December 3 | 6 - 9 p.m.
Looking for motivation to get yourself through finals week? The ASLC’s got you covered! Come stop by the Cyber Cafe for a sweet treat at our Cocoa, Cookies and Cram event. We’ve got the sweetest hot chocolate, the yummiest cookies and some cozy crafts waiting for you!
Cocoa and Cram Event
Friday, December 5 | 3 - 5 p.m.
In partnership with the Inter-Residence Hall Council, join FSU Libraries, ACE, Seminole Dining and Housing at Strozier for hot coca, finals week resources and snacks (while supplies last)!
Study Days at the Lake
December 5 - 7 | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Finals season got you stressed? Take your study sessions lakeside!
Join us for Study Days at the Lake, Dec. 5–7 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the FSU Lakefront Park. Enjoy peaceful views, picnic tables and plenty of space to focus—or take a break between study sessions! Plus, Lovett Grill will be onsite December 6 serving up some delicious food! We’ll see you there!