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University Tutorial Program
The University Tutorial Program (UTP) is a unit of the Center for University Advisement designed to provide academic support services to Hofstra's undergraduate students. Tutoring, both individual and group, is the focus of the program with professional academic counselors on-hand to provide additional guidance when necessary.
Beginning the third week of class, the following services are available during the fall and spring semesters:
Department-Based Tutoring Programs
The departments of English and Geology run their own tutoring programs. Students seeking tutorial assistance in courses within these subject areas should contact the department for a schedule of tutorial sessions (WSC 001 & 002 students must see their professor directly for tutorials). Tutors are selected by the department based upon their academic achievement within their field.
Individual, Group and Other Lab-Based Tutoring
UTP tutors are available in both individual and group tutoring formats for subject areas that do not have department-based tutoring programs. Lab-based tutoring is ONLY available for the following courses: Chemistry/Phyics/Astronomy, QM 1 & 122, and all Computer Science courses. Students who are interested in securing a tutor may fill out an Application to Receive Tutoring, which can be obtained in the Center for University Advisement. Once a completed application has been received, an appropriate tutor or lab will be assigned. The entire application process takes approximately one week.
Students may request tutorial assistance in up to three courses for which they are currently registered. Students are entitled to one 1½-hour tutoring session per course per week.
Tutors are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, students are urged to fill out an application before they experience serious academic difficulty. Applications to receive a tutor are not accepted during the last three weeks of any semester.
Services to Other Programs
The University Tutorial Program provides additional tutors to two specific populations on campus. UTP tutors staff the mandatory study halls for student athletes, and provide NOAH students with English and reading specialists.
| Why Become a Tutor? | Why Receive Tutoring? |
|---|---|
| It is one of the most rewarding jobs available. | You do not understand the homework or readings. |
| It is a great way to build up your resume. | You have difficulty on the tests and quizzes. |
| You want to give back to the Hofstra Community. | You sense that you may have trouble. Remember, you do not have to fail an exam first in order to apply for a tutor. GET ONE EARLY!! |
| You become a better candidate for future jobs by showing potential employers that you work well with others and that you can communicate your ideas. | You want to improve your understanding of the course material. |
| And remember, you can get a tutor in your class so long as you can devote time to your tutor (1.5 hours per week per course). |