Improving college student mental health with a mobile app and wellness coaching

A Randomized Controlled Study Evaluating Student Wellness Using the Roadmap MHealth App and Wellness Coaching

Not applicable Interventional University of Michigan · NCT06804213

This study is testing whether a mobile app and wellness coaching can help improve the mental health of college students.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment90 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of Michigan Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Ann Arbor, Michigan and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06804213 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of a mobile health app combined with wellness coaching on the mental health of college students. Participants will engage in individual wellness coaching sessions and use the Fitbit and Roadmap 2.0 apps on their smartphones. They will complete surveys at various intervals to assess their mental health outcomes and provide feedback through an exit interview. The goal is to determine the optimal combination of digital and traditional interventions for enhancing student well-being.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are college students aged 18 and older enrolled at the University of Michigan or in the STEER transition program.

Not a fit: Patients who are not enrolled in classes at the University of Michigan or are unwilling to comply with study procedures may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve mental health outcomes for college students.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using mobile health interventions for mental health, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Must be at least 18 years old.
2. Students must be either enrolled at the University of Michigan OR in the STEER transition program.
3. Potential subjects must be able to provide a mailing address within the United States where they can receive study tools and be mailed study materials (e.g., Fitbit, compensation).
4. Possess a smartphone (Apple or Android).
5. Ability to understand and demonstrate willingness to remotely sign a written informed consent document

Exclusion Criteria:

1. People who are not enrolled in classes at the University of Michigan OR people who are not members of the STEER organization.
2. Unwilling or unable to comply with the study procedures

Where this trial is running

Ann Arbor, Michigan and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.