The science behind mentorpro

Any platform can publish white papers.
We publish peer-reviewed evaluations.

Every feature of MentorPRO is backed by scientific evidence.

Research

MentorPRO use

More credits earned, higher GPA, stronger sense of belonging, self-efficacy, and well-being

Werntz et al., 2026, International Journal of Mentoring and Coaching in Education

Check-Ins

Greater academic self-efficacy and well-being

Werntz et al., 2023, Journal of Technology in Behavioral Science

Sending Messages

Increased belonging, academic self-efficacy, well-being, and GPA

Werntz, et al.,  (2023). Journal of Technology in Behavioral Science, Hull et al., 2026

Goal Setting

Greater self-efficacy, GPA, and overall well-being

Hersch et al., (under review)

Staff Training & Relationships

Better match quality and longer duration

Werntz et al., 2026, Mentoring and Tutoring: Partnership in Learning

Flash Mentoring

Help-seeking and outreach

Rhodes et al., 2026, Youth

Similarity Matching

Stronger matches and higher GPA

Ramadurai et al., 2025, Studies in Higher Education

Connected Futures Course

Better grades and retention

Hersch et al., 2025, American Journal of Community Psychology

Matching Algorithm

Three times lower risk of early match termination

Rhodes et al., in preparation

Supportive Accountability

Better mental health app adherence

Wolfe et al., 2026, PLOS Digital Health