The Tutoring Center works hard to develop the leadership skills of its tutors by training them to offer excellent tutelage in a variety of different subject areas.

Individual Peer Tutoring

Tutoring services offers free, individual, tutoring sessions to Tulane students in numerous entry-level courses including but not limited to: biology, math, physics, chemistry, and various foreign languages. Also, tutoring center offers assistance in upper-level courses, specifically, calculus II and III, intro to applied math, organic chemistry, and genetics to name a few. Trained peer tutors conduct the sessions, and no appointments required. Tutoring is held Monday through Thursday from 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm; and, on Sundays from 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm. You may view the Tutoring center's schedule on-line.

Qualifications of Tutors

Tutoring services hires undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in the university. To be eligible for employment, these students must have successfully completed the course at Tulane, possess a strong desire to assist fellow students, and receive the recommendation of a faculty member. The tutors are required to attend a training session at the start of each semester.

If you are interested in being a tutor, please contact the Tutor Coordinator at 504-865-5113.

Peer Educators

Peer Educators at the ERC help students with individual study strategies for any course, including time management, test preparation, notetaking, and stress management.  They are also available for small group workshops and presentations to larger groups.  For additional information or to schedule an appointment, call the Tutoring Center, 865-5103.

Links to Tutoring and Study Skills Resources

• ERC Study Strategies page
• Homework/Study Tips: http://homeworktips.about.com
• Tips on Choosing a Tutor for Your Child: http://www.familyeducation.com/home/