Subject Area Tutoring

Subject Area (SA) Tutoring

Academic Support Networks’ tutoring centers offer free support to currently enrolled ASU students in Math, Science, Business, and Statistics. Students can visit the tutoring centers to work with a peer tutor, attend review sessions before major exams, and utilize prep sessions to refresh their knowledge on core concepts to prepare them for their upcoming coursework.

In recognition of ASU's Fall Break, ASN's online and in-person tutoring and support programs will be closed Sunday, October 13 through Tuesday, October 15. We will re-open on Wednesday, October 16.

Tutoring Centers

Online
Online Tutoring Center, Zoom	480-965-9072	Mon-Thurs: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. \| Fri: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. \| Sun: 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.

In-person locations
Downtown: UCENT 101	602-496-4278	Mon-Thurs: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. \| Fri: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Polytechnic: CNTR 160	480-727-1452	Mon-Thurs: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. \| Fri: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
West Valley: Fletcher Library, 1st Floor	602-965-0161	Mon-Thurs: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. \| Fri: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tempe campus
HAV Evening Tutoring Center, MSHAL HAV F101	480-965-9072	Mon-Thurs: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Tutoring Center, Hayden Library Concourse Level C-41	480-965-3074	Mon-Thurs: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. \| Fri: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Math Tutoring Center, Wexler 116	480-965-9976	Mon-Thurs: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. \| Fri: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
W.P. Carey Tutoring Center, BA 201	480-965-8033	Mon-Thurs: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. \| Fri: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

SA Tutoring FAQs:

How do I find a SA tutor?

Use our TracCloud system to search for a tutor for your course. Find a campus, time, and center that fits your schedule.

How to search for a tutor.

You can also watch this video.

Do I need an appointment?

No, all subject area tutoring is drop-in for our online tutoring center and our in-person tutoring centers. All you need to do is have your ASU Sun Card and check in with a desk aide. Please note, you may be working in small groups with a tutor.

What should I expect?

a) Students should keep in mind that tutors are also students, not experts, and may not have the answer to every question.

b) Students should come prepared with questions and specific concepts they would like to discuss.

c) Students should keep in mind that tutors are not permitted to help with graded assessments, quizzes, or exams unless otherwise stated by course's instructor via written communication to center supervisor.

d) Tutors may review concepts and may work on practice problems similar to those commonly assigned as homework and on exams.

e) To the best of their ability, tutors may guide students towards a deeper understanding of concepts and will attempt to work towards helping the student build their skills in approaching the material.

f) Students should keep in mind, tutoring is not a substitute for class attendance.

g) All ASN staff and students should treat each other with respect, whether you’re online or
in-person, in order to maintain a safe environment that is conducive to learning for all parties.

What do I bring?

Bring your ASU Sun Card and other materials such as notes, textbooks, calculators, paper, and pencils.

How does it work?

After you check in with a desk aide, you can submit your name to our Queueing system. A tutor will be with you as soon as possible.

How to raise your hand in the queue.

What are the benefits of tutoring?

Support your learning by reviewing key concepts from courses and asking questions
Connect with other ASU students who have taken your courses and build an academic network
Formulate questions to take back to professors about course material

What coursework can you assist me with?

We can assist you with a variety of coursework. However, we cannot assist with take-home tests, quizzes, assessments, or assignments that are in direct violation of course policies about receiving assistance. Exceptions may be granted if the center supervisor receives written permission from the course's instructor for a course-related exam (permission from a TA is not adequate) or from a faculty advisor or official departmental representative for a degree-related exam. The center supervisor must receive this written permission via email from the appropriate individual before the tutoring session takes place.

How do I check my tutoring hours?

You can check your tutoring hours throughout the semester to share with faculty: How to check your tutoring hours.

Interested in Becoming a Subject Area Tutor?

Our SA tutors are talented students who participate in research, student organizations, and service at ASU while maintaining academic excellence. ASN employs student leaders who can serve as strong role models for the students with whom they work. Tutors are required to be in good academic standing, received a B- or better in their respective subject areas, and complete a training program certified by the College Reading and Learning Association.

Learn more about being a SA tutor.