As we approach finals week, that means we face the dread of finding a spot to study in Marquette's library. Relating to a scene of black Friday shoppers bursting through the door to grab their deals, Marquette students feel a similar way when trying to find a place to go study during finals week. Every one and their mother has a paper due, or a project assigned or an exam to study for. And everyone seems to be taking over your coveted table tucked away in the book case. Now is the perfect opportunity to head off campus. Grab your bus pass and head to the a coffee shop to get some studying done! Here are some amazing places to prepare to do your best on finals!

Prospect Avenue Cafe 2211 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI

Located in Milwaukee's East Side neighborhood, Colectivo's Prospect Avenue Cafe is a great place to spread out your books and crank out assignments. Not only to they have great food, and caffeinated drinks, this coffee shop offers a great atmosphere that can propel your studies forward!

Lakefront Cafe 1701 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee's historic River Flushing Station, Colectivo transformed this space into a coffee shop on Milwaukee's lakefront. This space overs cozy tables, and during the warmer months there's seating outside of the building.

Milwaukee Public Market 400 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee Public Market, located in the Historic Third Ward, is a great place to go get some studying done as well as shop around for Milwaukee delicacies. Shops selling everything from cheese to cookies, and soup to wine, you can reward yourself with the great food sold in the Milwaukee Public Market.

Anodyne Coffee Shop 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI

Located in Milwaukee's Walker Point, Anodyne Coffee Shop offers a cozy spot to post up with a cup of coffee and get studying done. Known for their delicious roasts, you can easily get your caffeine fix and get your essay done at Anodyne!

Rochambo Coffee and Tea House 1317 E Brady Street, Milwaukee, WI

A funky hangout, located on Brady Street, Rochambo Coffee and Tea House offers a cozy spot for your study needs. This is a great spot to grab a cup of coffee and post up with a textbook and some flash cards.

Factory Cafe 422 N 5th St, Milwaukee, WI

Stone Creek Coffee's Factory Cafe located a few blocks away from campus is a great place to enjoy a great cup of coffee, and prepare for upcoming finals. With its wide open tables and amazing atmosphere, Factory Cafe is a perfect stop for your study needs!

Grand Avenue Mall 275 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI

The Grand Avenue Mall has great shops and a food court. You can grab one of the numerous tables set up, and get some studying done. There are even massage chairs available for you to use after a stressful study session.

Kickapoo Coffee 232 E Erie St, Milwaukee, WI

One of my favorite spots in Milwaukee, Kickapoo offers great vibes to get your studies done. Utilize one of their open tables and get to the books!

Wherever you end up studying, find some place where you are going to focus and prepare yourself well for upcoming final exams and papers. Use this stressful time to get off campus, and explore why having a school like Marquette in a city like Milwaukee is so special.