Broader Reach
53% of students have never engaged with any form of academic support on campus prior to Knack
Modernized peer tutoring for your students, by your students.
By connecting students with peers who have successfully navigated the same courses, we not only improve academic outcomes but also foster a sense of community — building upon your existing learning support foundation to ensure no student is left unserved.
53% of students have never engaged with any form of academic support on campus prior to Knack
81% of students feel more connected to their campus community
91% of students reported higher grades after receiving tutoring on Knack
Discover how our partners have successfully integrated peer learning strategies to enhance student engagement, close equity gaps, and improve academic outcomes. From increased retention rates to improved grades, these stories demonstrate the powerful impact of peer support in higher education.
Dr. George Kuh, NSSE Founder and leading expert on high-impact practices (HIPs), discusses the role of Knack in closing equity gaps, driving meaningful student engagement, and building community on campuses.
In partnership with your campus, Knack recruits, trains, and pays qualified students to flexibly support their fellow peers on campus, ensuring every student has access to the support they need to succeed.
Train and enable qualified learners within your institution to be tutors by onboarding them as independent contractors, providing complete flexibility over when and how much they work (like Uber drivers and DoorDash couriers).
Knack partner institutions have seen a 500% average increase in their tutor network.
Learn more about how higher education can help students prepare for success in the gig economy.
We provide battle-tested marketing tactics, one-click SSO sign-up, web and mobile apps, and intuitive onboarding to build your community of peer tutoring in no time. Our platform enables in-person tutoring at campus-approved locations and a fully integrated Online Classroom that supports real-time whiteboard functionality, audio, video, screen sharing, and much more.
Learn more about the benefits of powering existing peer support programs with technology.
Students choose when to meet, where to meet, and with whom to meet. They can request help, choose their peer tutor(s), and book 1:1 or group sessions that are in-person or online. They can even book recurring sessions to meet with the same tutor each week throughout the term.
Learn more about why student autonomy is a key part of modernizing the peer learning experience.
A recent white paper by former CRLA President, Page Keller, analyzed the driving factors for adopting innovative technologies in higher education, the impacts on student engagement and success, and the differences between existing platforms and support services. Key takeaways include:
At-risk students who were tutored weekly earned grades that were 18.5% higher than the control group
Preference towards personalized, one-on-one peer support for more courses
Students take advantage of after hours and virtual support
Leveraging technology contributes to a more comprehensive and diverse support system
It’s a win-win-win! Offer your students the help they need to succeed, your high-achievers meaningful work opportunities, and your campus a path to achieve its strategic goals.
Knack has helped us strengthen the peer learning community on campus and cater to the unique needs of our student population. Our tutoring programs facilitate the many ways our students learn and offer more personalized, accessible support at scale.
Dr. Kate Ziemer Senior Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, University of New Hampshire
It’s exciting to see first-hand the value Knack is bringing to our campus. Not only is this proving to be an efficient model for supplementing our academic support services, but it’s also been a great way to scale the meaningful employment opportunities which help our students develop the skills they’ll need to be successful after graduation.
Dr. William Hudson, Jr. Vice President for Student Affairs, Florida A&M University
My tutoring experience with Knack has been incredible. My tutor was so kind and explained the concepts in the best way possible. I would not have passed without her! The best part about Knack is that the tutors are students who have been in the same boat as us and understand our struggles very well.
Yukta N. Student
Not only is it a rewarding leadership opportunity that looks amazing on a resume, but you also get to interact with your fellow students. It’s going to make you a better person, a better employee, and a better leader. With Knack, the opportunities are endless.
Tiffany J. Tutor