Tutoring Resources
You may need information about the various tutoring services on campus. We have listed the most popular ones here, but please keep in mind that each department may have its own tutors or TAs available to assist you. If you cannot find the information you requires here, please refer to the College department listing for a list of Department Masters and their Administrative Assistants.
Chemistry Tutoring:
The Chemistry Department asks students if they are willing to be put on a list of individuals who can be contacted to make private arrangements if a student needs a tutor. This list is updated quarterly, and is kept by Melinda Moore, the Student Service Representative. You can contact her via email at mmoore@uchicago.edu.
College CORE Tutoring Program:
The College CORE Tutoring Program offers tutoring in Chemistry, Economics, Math, Physics, and Writing. Tutors are available at set times in Harper Library, Shoreland Hall, Palevsky Residential Commons, and Cobb Hall. The schedule is updated quarterly and can be found at http://www.college.uchicago.edu/tutors/.
Writing:
For CORE Humanities courses, there are writing interns available to assist with writing, citation, and editing of papers. The interns for the course that your mentee has enrolled in can be found at http://writing-program.uchicago.edu/resources/find-intern.htm.Also, you can elect to enroll in a quarter-long course at the Little Red Schoolhouse. These courses are typically meant for upperclassmen and graduate students seeking help with academic and professional writing. More information on the courses can be found at http://writing-program.uchicago.edu/courses/index.htm.
English as a Second Language @ I-House:
ESL tutors can be contacted to edit any papers for students who have learned English as a Second Language. The ESL tutors are paid $40/hr for tutoring and $50/hour for editing. Please note that these fees must be incurred by the student. More information on ESL tutors is available at http://ihouse.uchicago.edu/esl/esl_tutors.html.
Academic Skills Assessment Program (ASAP):
ASAP is sponsored through the Student Counseling and Resources Service. ASAP assists students with improving academic performance through assessment, counseling and referral. ASAP addresses a range of study skills including time management, reading comprehension, test taking, and note-taking. Regarding writing issues, the college provides writing tutors for undergraduates. ASAP helps graduate students with issues of organization and style. However, we do not offer editing services. ASAP also provides assessment and coaching for ADD/ADHD and LD.ASAP is housed in the Student Counseling and Resource Service (SCRS) at 5737 South University Avenue. Individual appointments can be made with an educational therapist by calling (773) 702-9800. We are available Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm. You can also access the webpage at http://counseling.uchicago.edu/services/asap/. The website includes self-assessment tools and quick tips to improve performance immediately, which the student can then follow up with a therapist visit if desired. ASAP also holds several workshops throughout the year to help you improve time management skills and combat procrastination.
As always, students are reminded to contact their class TAs and professors for further assistance. However, should your TA or professor be unavailable, please contact the OMSA Office.
