Keyword: «transformation of higher education»

The article addresses the current problem of the relationship between the psychological well-being and academic motivation of students in the context of modern transformational processes in the higher education system. The relevance of the study is determined by the increasing stress factors associated with digitalization, the commercialization of education, and changes in educational work. The purpose of the work is a theoretical analysis of the structural components of psychological well-being and their influence on the types and sustainability of learning motivation. Based on the analysis of scientific literature, it is proven that intrinsic motivation, related to interest in cognitive activity and personal development, is a key factor in psychological well-being. Extrinsic motivation, on the contrary, can contribute to increased anxiety and emotional burnout. Special attention is paid to the role of mentoring and the educational environment of the university as a resource for maintaining a balance between academic requirements and students' personal well-being. The obtained conclusions have practical significance for the development of psychological and pedagogical student support programs aimed at forming sustainable motivation and preventing maladaptation.