Course specific study groups is a unique service offered in conjunction with the professors of a selected number of courses. Study group sessions are facilitated by a Rutgers student selected by the professor and trained and supervised by Rutgers Learning Center staff in cooperation with the faculty.

Study Group leaders design each session to assist students in mastering the course material and, at the same time, increase competence in learning how to learn the concepts of the discipline. Group leaders not only review the course material with the students, but integrate study strategies such as note taking, problem solving, and test preparation, allowing the students to link course content and cognitive skills development in an interactive small group environment. (Please note: Study group leaders are NOT instructors for the course and are NOT there to teach, but to facilitate a study session.)

Recorded data shows that students who participate in the study groups earn significantly higher average final course grades. By taking part in study group sessions, students become more actively involved in their course, are guaranteed more study time, have a better understanding of course material, acquire efficient learning strategies and on average, earn higher grades in the course than students in the same course who do not attend the study group sessions.