Course Based Tutoring

Course-based tutoring supports students as they work through questions and curiosities related to specific class content.  Course-based tutoring also helps students formalize understanding, fill in learning gaps, clarify misconceptions, and gain academic confidence. The LRC provides course-based tutoring for over 150 classes each semester.  Tutoring is offered by appointment and through drop-in.  Tutoring sessions are available in-person or virtually. Tutoring is offered one-on-one unless you want to bring a friend to the session with you.

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Fall 2022 Tutors Cohort
150+
Courses supported
82%
Students returning 3+ times in a semester
6500+
Annual visits

Our Team

LRC's peer tutors are academically excellent students who have taken the courses they support here at UMass. Tutors typically support between 3 and 5 courses a semester and participate in ongoing training to ensure they’re providing quality assistance and instruction to their peers. After each year of service, tutors are eligible to earn tutoring credentials from the College Reading Learning Association (CRLA).  


 

Appointment or Drop-in? What’s right for me?

Tutoring by Appointment
Schedule a tutoring session up to 14 days in advance via Navigate
No wait times guaranteed
50-minute sessions
Ideal for deeper study
Great for regular support on challenging content
Drop-in Tutoring
Join a same day session
First come first serve, but with greater tutor availability
30-minute sessions
Ideal for resolving confusion bumps
Helps to keep you moving on an assignment

Schedule a tutoring appointment

Learn about what to expect as well as how to schedule a session here.

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Guide to drop-in tutoring

Learn about what to expect as well as how to check-in for a drop-in session.

Guide to Drop-In Tutoring Learn here

Drop-In Tutoring Schedule

Explore our comprehensive drop-in tutoring schedule featuring support sessions for various courses at convenient times.

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Tips for Successful Tutoring

Learn how you can maximize the benefits from your tutoring session and make it fruitful and satisfying.

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What if I can’t find the course for which I’d like tutoring? 

If you don’t see the course you are seeking help in on our schedule, please email us at @email with the following: 

  • The course number of the class you are enrolled in
  • A list of the general topics you would like to work on
  • Any relevant materials such as sample problems, an assignment sheet, a review sheet, etc. 

We will match you with an appropriate tutor whenever possible and get back to you with availability. 

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