Our Vision of Tutoring
Tutoring Services provides streamlined tutoring options designed to enhance student learning.
Tutoring is confidential, but we recommend that students contact their professor or instructor before beginning the tutoring process. After all, CUA professors and instructors are experts in their fields, and who better to help you address your questions? More importantly, professors and instructors are always happy to hear that their students are actively trying to achieve success in their classes, and seeking extra help reflects positively on the student.
(Disclaimer: Tutoring Services will not tolerate any disrespectful behavior toward tutors or staff, any disrespectful behavior will result in a loss of tutoring privileges.)
So, what kind of tutoring is for you?
Individual Tutoring
This service provides FREE One-on-One tutoring for students who need individualize attention. Students may self-refer or be referred by an instructor.
To request a tutor log into CardinalSuccess and select "Get Assistance > Academic Support > Course-Based Tutoring." (Select "Mullen Library" as the location). If you need assistance scheduling a tutoring appointment, you can email cua-tutoring@cua.edu.
If we do not have an available tutor, we will begin recruiting immediately. This process may take several weeks.
Drop-in Subject Tutoring
FREE tutoring sessions are available to you on a weekly basis. Our highly-trained tutors will work with you throughout the semester to answer your questions, work though the challenging parts of your course materials, and get you on the path to success. Drop-in subject tutoring is available in select course areas. Just click on the drop-in subject tutoring schedule to see what courses are being offered this semester. All drop-in subject tutoring takes place on the second floor of the library. Stay for just a few minutes or stay as long as you like... it's all up to you!
NOTE: Tutoring Services are only available for students attending The Catholic University of America.
Information for Faculty and Staff
If you are a faculty or staff member and you would like to refer a student for tutoring, you may send an email to cua-tutoring@cua.edu. (Students will still need to submit their own request through CardinalSuccess or by email to cua-tutoring@cua.edu).
Do you have a student in your class who would make an excellent tutor? Recommend them by sending an email to cua-tutoring@cua.edu.
Questions? Email: cua-tutoring@cua.edu. Please make sure to include:
- Student's name
- Course information
- Any other relevant contextual information
How Do I Become a Tutor?
Applying to be a Tutor: Student tutors are incredibly helpful and are hired for a variety of different classes. The student tutor should maintain a 3.5 GPA and have received an A or A- in the course(s) for which they are applying to become a tutor. For language courses, the student must demonstrate a substantial understanding and fluency in the particular language. If you would like to apply to become a tutor, please email cua-tutoring@cua.edu. First-year students are not eligible to become a tutor.