Peer Tutoring Program

Peer Tutoring at Valpo

Free, student-to-student tutoring designed to help you succeed.

The Peer Tutoring Program supports students in many undergraduate courses through one-on-one or small-group weekly tutoring sessions. Students should review the matching criteria below before submitting a request. Tutoring sessions take place in the Academic Success Center or Christopher Center Library.

Availability is limited, and tutoring is available only to students who are currently enrolled in the course for which they are requesting support.

Learn About Peer Tutoring

Explore how Peer Tutoring works, who is eligible, and how to request a peer tutor.

What is the Peer Tutoring Program?

The Peer Tutoring Program provides free, course-specific support for students in many undergraduate courses. Students are matched with a trained peer tutor who has successfully completed the course with a grade of B or higher. The student and tutor meet weekly for one-on-one or small-group tutoring sessions focused on course content, study strategies, and building skills students can use independently when studying on their own. Tutoring takes place in the Academic Success Center or Christopher Center Library.

What courses does the Peer Tutoring Program support?

Tutoring options may vary depending on tutor availability and whether Drop-In Study Sessions are offered. When Drop-In Study Sessions are available, students are expected to attend a session before being matched with a peer tutor. Students are also expected to attend class regularly, meet with their course professor, and demonstrate a need for individualized support.

ACC 205: Financial Accounting
ASTR 101: Astronomy
BIO 151: Human Anatomy & Physiology I
BIO 171: Unity of Life
BIO 210: Microbiology
BIO 260: Human Nutrition
BUS 110: The Business Experience
BUS 115: Business Appl/Dec Making
CHEM 111: Introduction to Chemistry
CHEM 121: General Chemistry I
CHEM 221: Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 315: Biochemistry I
CS 158: Algorithms and Abstract Data Types
CS 225: Programming Languages
CS 250: Object Oriented Programming
DATA 240: Statistical Analysis
DATA 340: Statistics for Decision Making
MATH 124: Finite Mathematics
MATH 131: Calculus I
MATH 132: Calculus II
MATH 253: Calculus III
MATH 264: Linear Algebra
MATH 270: Differential Equations with Linear Algebra
PSY 110: General Psychology
PHYS 111: Essentials of Physics
PHYS 141: Newtonian Mechanics
PSY 110: General Psychology

Who is eligible for Peer Tutoring?

Peer Tutoring is available to students who are currently enrolled in the course for which they are requesting tutoring. When Drop-In Study Sessions are available for the course, students requesting an ongoing peer tutor are also expected to:

Attend class regularly
Attend at least one Drop-In Study Session each week
Meet with their course instructor to discuss concerns about available resources
Demonstrate a need for additional support beyond available course resources and Drop-In Study Sessions

Before a tutoring match is made, the Academic Success Center will confirm class attendance and that the student has met with their course instructor. Tutor availability is limited, and meeting these criteria does not guarantee a match. Depending on student demand and tutor availability, students may be matched one-on-one or in a small group of 2-3 students.

How do I request a peer tutor?

Students who meet the eligibility criteria may submit a Peer Tutor Request Form. If a tutor is available and a match is made, students will be contacted with information about their tutor. The tutor will then follow up within 24-48 hours to share next steps and schedule a meeting. If a match cannot be made, the student will also be informed. Tutoring may be one-on-one or in a small group, depending on student demand and tutor availability.

FALL 2026 PEER TUTORING PROGRAM (serving many undergraduate courses):

To request a peer tutor for Fall 2026, complete the PEER TUTOR REQUEST FORM, available through Friday, November 20 at 12:00 p.m. CST. After this deadline, the Fall 2026 program will be closed to new requests.

Please note: Due to high demand, it may take up to one week for the Academic Success Center to contact you after you submit the form.

TUTORING INFORMATION FOR FOREIGN LANGUAGES ONLY: If you are seeking a tutor in a foreign language course, request an appointment through the Language and Intercultural Learning Center’s TutorTrac to be connected to a language partner.

TUTORING INFORMATION FOR PRE-ENGINEERING & ENGINEERING STUDENTS ONLY: If you are seeking tutoring for a math course (calculus and above), physics, or engineering course, you need to complete the Hesse Cente r Tutor Request Form for Fall 2026 to be connected to tutoring in the Hesse Learning Resource Center in the College of Engineering.

Who are the peer tutors?

Peer tutors working for the Academic Success Center are current undergraduate students who have earned a grade of B or higher in the courses they tutor. They complete required online tutor training and are selected for their academic strengths and their ability to work effectively with individuals and groups from a variety of backgrounds. See ASC Student Employment page for more information.