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ACTP Awards of Excellence

Overview

The ACTP Awards of Excellence, a prestigious recognition within our academic community, are a testament to the outstanding achievements of our colleagues, success/learning centers, and peer tutors. NOMINATE TODAY!

Why Nominate?

This nomination is a opportunity to honor those who serve their institutions exceptionally but also significantly impact the lives of students. Consider a professional coach who has inspired growth, a peer tutor who has gone above and beyond, or a learning success center that has excelled in fostering academic success. Your nominations highlight the valuable contributions that deserve recognition.

Nomination Requirements:

The deadline for award applications is December 9th, 2025.
Must be a member to nominate
Winners must be present at our Seattle, 2026 conference.
Nominee must be a member to be considered

ACTP Peer Tutor of the Year

PURPOSE

The tutor of the year award recognizes the outstanding contributions of a student tutor who fulfills the ACTP’s mission.

It honors the work of undergraduate student tutors who contribute to the academic success of their peers and one who motivates and inspires others through the dedication of their work.

GENERAL INFORMATION

What does the Peer Tutor of the Year receive?

A Certificate
Recognition at the ACTP Annual Conference, including the opportunity for brief remarks at the Awards Session
Publicized biography on the ACTP website and in ACTP Annual Conference materials
$250 toward registration of a future ACTP Annual Conference

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS

Please submit the following application materials by using the online submission form.

Applications should include:

1) Letter of nomination which summarizes the accomplishments and contributions of the nominee

2) One letter of endorsement by faculty and one letter from current supervisor

3) A copy of your curriculum vitae or resume

Evaluation Criteria:

1) Be a student and currently employed as a tutor.

2) Show initiative and creativity while tutoring within the learning center.

3) Serve as a role model for other tutors and students.

4) Go above and beyond the role of a student in capacities such as community service as well as other outstanding accomplishments related to tutoring

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ACTP Peer Academic Coach of the Year

PURPOSE

The Peer Academic Coach of the Year award recognizes the outstanding contributions of a professional coach who fulfills the ACTP’s mission.

It honors the work of professional academic coaches who work with undergraduate students. The coach contributes to the academic success of their students and motivates them through their dedication of their work.

GENERAL INFORMATION

What does the ACTP Professional Academic Coach of the Year receive?

A Certificate
Recognition at the ACTP Annual Conference, including the opportunity for brief remarks at the Awards Session
Publicized biography on the ACTP website and in ACTP Annual Conference materials
$250 toward registration of a future ACTP Annual Conference

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS

Please submit the following application materials by using the online submission form.

Applications should include:

1) Letter of nomination which summarizes the accomplishments and contributions of the nominee

2) One letter of endorsement by faculty and one letter from current supervisor

3) One page on why you should be awarded the ACTP Professional Academic Coach of the Year.

4) CV

Evaluation Criteria:

1) Be an academic coach and currently employed as an academic coach.

2) Be enrolled as a full-time student.

3) Show initiative and creativity while coaching within the university/college.

4) Serve as a role model for other coaches and students.

5) Go above and beyond the role of an academic coach in capacities such as community service, as well as other outstanding accomplishments related to coaching.

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ACTP Professional Academic Coach of the Year

PURPOSE

The Professional Academic Coach of the Year award recognizes the outstanding contributions of a professional coach who fulfills the ACTP’s mission.

GENERAL INFORMATION

What does the ACTP Professional Academic Coach of the Year receive?

A Certificate
Recognition at the ACTP Annual Conference, including the opportunity for brief remarks at the Awards Session
Publicized biography on the ACTP website and in ACTP Annual Conference materials
$250 toward registration of a future ACTP Annual Conference

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS

Please submit the following application materials by using the online submission form.

Applications should include:

1) Letter of nomination which summarizes the accomplishments and contributions of the nominee

2) One letter of endorsement by faculty and one letter from current supervisor

3) One page on why you should be awarded the ACTP Professional Academic Coach of the Year.

4) A copy of your curriculum vitae or resume

Evaluation Criteria:

1) Be an academic coach and currently employed as an academic coach.

2) Have a BS, MS, PhD, EdD

3) Show initiative and creativity while coaching within the university/college.

4) Serve as a role model for other coaches and students.

5) Go above and beyond the role of an academic coach in capacities such as community service, as well as other outstanding accomplishments related to coaching.

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Success Center of Excellence Award

PURPOSE

The purpose of the ACTP Success Center of Excellence is to give national recognition to the work done by success center personnel.

Beginning 2024, ACTP may recognize Success Centers of Excellence for its innovation in peer academic coach or tutor training and it’s use of impactful learning student strategies that promote student success.

GENERAL INFORMATION

What does the Success Center of Excellence receive?

Award recipients will receive:

A plaque
Recognition at the ACTP Annual Conference, including the opportunity for brief remarks at the Awards Session
Publicized biography on the ACTP website and in ACTP Annual Conference materials
$250 toward registration of a future ACTP Annual Conference

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS

Please submit the following application materials by using the online submission form

A letter of nomination that summarizes the accomplishments as well as the contributions of the program
A description of the program including: organizational chart, mission statement, list of services and campus partnerships
Supporting documents such as the latest annual report, brochures, or program list of publications
Letters of endorsement
Best Practices are outlined, and why it is considered best practices

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Academic Coaching Program of Excellence Award

PURPOSE

Beginning 2024, ACTP may recognize Coaching Program of Excellence for the program’s innovation in the use of academic coaches to enhance student retention and learning strategies that promote overall student success.

GENERAL INFORMATION

What does the Academic Coaching Program of Excellence receive?

A plaque
Invitation to ACTP Annual Conference
Recognition at the ACTP Annual Conference, including the opportunity for brief remarks at the Awards Session
Publicized biography on the ACTP website and in ACTP Annual Conference materials
$250 toward registration of a future ACTP Annual Conference

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS

Please submit the following application materials by using the online submission form.

A one-page nomination letter
A description of the program including: organizational chart, mission statement, list of services and campus partnerships
Supporting documents such as the latest annual report, brochures, or program list of publications
Letters of endorsement
Best Practices outlined and why it is considered a best practice

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Hunter Boylan Research Award

PURPOSE

The Hunter Boylan Research Scholarship is awarded to recognize proposed or completed research related to how Academic Coaches Programs or Learning Centers contribute to student academic success as well as persistence.

Membership to ACTP is required prior to nominating or applying for an award or grant.

RESEARCH PROJECT

Applicants must provide a minimum of a one-page summary on the presentation topic and how it relates to academic coaching or learning centers as well as student success or persistence. The summary should include a brief synopsis of the proposed or completed research, if it is completed, its outcome, how the research is useful or how the results can have an impact on colleges or universities.

Each year, one scholarship award winner will receive $500.00 for research and / or travel expenses, one waived conference registration, and a guaranteed presentation slot. (This award is paid at the following years conference).

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS

Please submit the following application materials by using the online submission form.

Title of your proposal and an abstract of the research topic (minimum of one page), excluding any identifying information as your proposal will undergo blind review.
A copy of your curriculum vitae or resume, which should include any previous research projects, conference presentations, and/or publications.
A letter of endorsement from your Dean, Vice President, Chair, current Supervisor, or senior administrator.