Knack Partners with NYU to Scale Student Support

NEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Knack has partnered with New York University (NYU) to modernize peer-to-peer learning, integrating academic support with student workforce development. This partnership focuses on three key areas:

• Scaling Academic Support: Providing flexible tutoring access; schools using Knack are seeing  67% of sessions occurring after hours and resulting in 97% of students reporting improved grades.
• Employing Students: Creating paid campus roles where tutors develop professional skills like communication and leadership.
• Building Campus Community: Strengthening peer connections to make academic assistance more approachable.

"Peer tutoring supports multiple aspects of the student experience," said Megan Dusenbery, CEO of Knack. "We are thrilled to help NYU students learn together, earn income, and build a sense of belonging."

"We believe that tutoring must be a core feature of the NYU undergraduate student experience. Knack allows us to expand just-in-time, individualized support, complementing the role our existing tutoring centers play in community-based learning," said Holly Halmo, AVP for Student Success. "Together, these resources form a fuller support ecosystem, one that meets students in the moment they need help and also builds the academic habits that carry them toward long-term success.

In Fall 2026, the partnership will feature a pilot targeting foundational courses for nearly 6,000 students, with future courses and expansion of offerings based on outcomes and demand. Knack's platform connects students with peers who have excelled in those specific classes, creating flexible intervention, while providing tutors with income and development of career competencies.

Learn more at https://www.joinknack.com/faculty/new-york-university.

About Knack
Knack is a student success partner for higher education, unifying academic support, career readiness, and community building. The platform manages tutor onboarding, training, and compensation, providing institutions with real-time data on academic trends and student outcomes.

About NYU
Founded in 1831, New York University (NYU) is one of the world's foremost research universities and is a member of the selective Association of American Universities. NYU has an engine of innovation and social mobility, educating students from all 50 states and more than 130 countries. With top-ranked programs in business, law, medicine, the arts, and public policy, NYU's renowned faculty includes Nobel Laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur "Genius" Fellows, all dedicated to preparing the next generation of leaders to tackle society's most pressing challenges.

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