Academic Anxiety Scale (AAS): Mild Academic Anxiety

Hey, just so you know, feeling some academic anxiety is completely normal – everyone experiences it at some point. It’s just your brain’s way of saying, “Hey, this stuff is important to me.” The cool thing about these survey results? They’re like a personal guide to show you the support options out there. Think of them as a roadmap to help you navigate through the stress and find what works best for you. So, no worries, there’s plenty of support to get you through it. That includes your very own ConfideNCe Program team who is here to support you.

Below, you’ll find tailored recommendations based on your Academic Anxiety Scale score (i.e., Mild Academic Anxiety). Since anxiety can fluctuate, we recommend checking out tips for each category and connecting with your ConfideNCe Program team. We’ll also reach out to schedule some 1:1 time to chat about your results and the supports that are available to you.

Alright, let’s dive into your results and explore the next steps to help you navigate your first year of your program!

Recommendations by Score

Score between 15 – 20 (mild academic anxiety)

If you’re dealing with a touch of academic anxiety, establishing a regular study routine —complete with well-timed breaks—is the way to go. Create goals that are manageable, and don’t forget to celebrate the small wins along the way; it’s all about building your self-belief and confidence. And hey, lean on your classmates for support. Chatting about the ups and downs can really make a difference and remind you that you’re not in this alone.

Recommendations:

  • Try out Mindfulness Techniques: Practice mindfulness, which can include meditation or deep-breathing exercises to help manage stress. Connect with the ConfideNCe Program team to develop – and practice – different tools and techniques to keep academic anxiety at a distance. Book an appointment for 1:1 Coaching at: [email protected]. We can talk about stressors and coping strategies for success, and help you build a personal plan for resilience and self-confidence. Additional resources can be found on the ConfideNCe Guide page on our Library and Learning Commons site.
  • Attend Structured Study Sessions: Plan regular, short study sessions with breaks to avoid burnout and keep the material manageable. Not sure how to get started? Contact your ConfideNCe Program team to attend a group study session or to develop an individual study plan for success: [email protected]
  • Practice Positive Reinforcement: Reflect on your past successes and strengths and use resiliency skills you already have to build future confidence! Looking to build more skills for success?  Check out our resilience resources on the on the ConfideNCe Guide page on our Library and Learning Commons site. Our ConfideNCe Program team can support you with developing coping skills for success: [email protected].

Remember, everyone’s journey is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another. It’s about finding the right balance and support system that allows each student to thrive academically and personally. Connect with your ConfideNCe Program team to learn more – or just to say HELLO! We are here to support your first-year experience!

Resources

For more information about the ConfideNCe Program and available resources, and to develop a personalized plan for academic success and wellbeing, please contact the ConfideNCe Program team @ [email protected].

And don’t forget to check out the following supports!

Important Note

While Academic Anxieties are indeed barriers to optimal thriving in schools and other educational settings, there is no clinical identification for Academic Anxiety or Test Anxiety.

If your feelings of worry are constant, severe, interfere with your daily functioning, and/or have many different academic and non-academic causes, please seek help from a licensed counseling professional.

If you have questions about your score, contact your ConfideNCe Program team at [email protected].

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