Tutor Program FAQ
Who may use the tutor program?
The College Core Tutor Program is there to help undergraduate students enrolled in the Core and other introductory courses. The tutors are generally willing to help students in advanced classes, but they are not required to do so, and the intended users of the program always have priority.
What subjects and classes can tutors help me with?
The Common Core Tutors work to assist students in chemistry, economics, mathematics, and physics introductory classes, and in the case of writing tutors, to help students with their writing for College Common Core Humanities, Social Sciences, and Civilization courses.
When and where can I find a tutor?
Tutors in all subjects are stationed in the North Reading Room of Harper Library on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings (7:00 PM - 10:50 PM), beginning the second week of the quarter and continuing through exam week. There are also tutors available in Max Palevsky Residental Commons and Shoreland Hall Capone Room. For specific times and location consult the current Tutor Schedule.
Do I need to make an appointment?
No. Students are tutored on a first-come, first-helped basis. Therefore, you may have to wait a bit if a number of students want to see the same tutor.
How long will I be permitted to meet with the tutor?
The Tutor Program offers great flexibility with average help times ranging from 20 minutes to an hour. If there aren’t too many students waiting, Core Tutors will try to be available for as long as a student needs.
What if there is a line when I show up?
There may be a line when you wish to work with a tutor. In fact, you should expect to wait a little. With this in mind, you are encouraged to bring work from other classes so that you have something to do while waiting. If the line seems excessively long night after night, please notify the Director, Michael Baltasi, so that appropriate scheduling changes may be considered.
What sort of problems can the tutors help with?
The tutors can help with explaining concepts, going through homework problems, and exam preparation.
What if I need more help than the tutors can give me?
Educational counselors are available through the Academic Skills Assessment Program. A.S.A.P. counselors help students assess and strengthen writing and study skills by focusing on time management, reading comprehension, test strategies, and other academic concerns. For more information, contact the Student Counseling and Resource Service at 702-9800 or look at the A.S.A.P. website.
I have a complaint about a tutor, or about the Program in general. Whom should I contact?
The College Core Tutor Program works hard to provide students with the best possible assistance. If you have complaints or suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact the Director, Michael Baltasi or the Assistant Director, Kathleen Cao. All comments are confidential; we will not disclose your name to the tutors or anybody else. Also, there is a suggestion box at the entrance to the North Reading Room of Harper where you can drop your comments.
I want to be a tutor. How do I apply?
Most of the tutors are recruited during the second half of the Spring Quarter. However, there are occasional openings throughout the year. If you are interested in working as a tutor and would like to be considered for a job opening, please contact the Director, Michael Baltasi.
