About me

I'm Jessica Garrett Mills, PhD, owner and coach of OnTrack Academic Coaching.



I earned my doctorate in Educational and Psychology and I am an internationally published researcher on the topic of academic motivation. Through my work I explore what motivates people to succeed in academic tasks and what social supports encourage success. 


  • Ph.D. -- University of Michigan, Education & Psychology
  • M.S. -- University of Michigan, Developmental Psychology
  • M.Ed. -- Ohio State University, Education
  • B.S. -- Ohio State University, Psychology

    • I have lived over half my life in Columbus, OH, and am honored to serve the community.

     I'm also a marginally dedicated runner and yogi & used-to-be BHS swimmer, a suburban chicken owner & natural foods advocate, and a professor students tease for my enthusiasm. 

    Visit my research and teaching page here.
    Check out my curriculum vitae here.
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