Tutoring FAQs

What is a Peer Tutor?

A Peer Tutor is (generally) a fellow student who has demonstrated academic excellence in specific subject areas. Peer Tutors must complete a training program and have a desire to help fellow students.

Tutors are not instructors or counselors or advisors. They will not have all of the answers. They won’t do your homework or give you the answers. Tutoring is an additional tool to help you better comprehend academic material. 

How can I schedule one-on-one time with a Peer Tutor?

The Peer Tutoring Program can provide individual tutors if the following conditions are met:

-the student is enrolled in a Madison College class (Peer tutors cannot help student prepare for standardized tests like COMPASS, GED or TEAS.)

-the class is a credit-level class

-the class is currently active (no incompletes from a previous semester, no tutoring prior to the start date of the class)

-there are no other avenues for assistance for that class.  (Check the walk-in and small group tutoring schedules for

You may submit a request for an individual tutor

How often can I meet with a Peer Tutor?

There are no formal limits to how much time you may spend in the walk-in centers (Learning Center, Math Center, etc).  Small group tutoring is usually scheduled for 3-4 hours per week.  One-on-one tutoring is limited to 3 hour per week.  

When and where can I meet with my peer tutor?

You may meet with your tutor at any mutually agreed-upon date and time. However, all sessions must occur on one of the Madison College campuses.  Suggested locations within each campus include the Library, cafeteria, student lounge, or an empty classroom. 

Am I guaranteed a peer tutor?

Every effort will be made to fill each request for a peer tutor. However, this is always subject to funding and the availability of qualified tutors.