Students can meet with an academic coach, one on one, to develop more successful study habits and skills. Coaches will focus on your individual needs to help you reach your goals. Topics typically discussed are time management, study skills, exam prep and motivation.

Students have the ability to meet one-on-one with a trained tutor. The tutor will tailor your session based on your academic needs. Tutors will help you find new ways to interpret information, synthesize knowledge, give you a new perspective. Working one-on-one with a tutor can help you overcome the rigors of college-level work or simply get a jump on things. 

What to know before you attend a tutoring session.

• Arrive on time for all tutoring and coaching appointments.
• If you are unable to make a scheduled appointment, you must cancel through Navigate four hours before the appointment. Failure to do so will result in a “no-show.”
• Understand that after three “no-shows” your tutoring privileges may be revoked.
• Come prepared to all tutoring sessions with questions, notes and textbooks.
• Follow UB’s academic integrity policies in the Undergraduate Catalog.
• Understand that your tutor is not an instructor, but a student like you. Your tutor is here to assist, support and help guide you through the course.
• Know that you are solely responsible for your own learning and your academic performance.

Throughout the semester students can attend and participate in TASS programming which includes workshops and other events. Workshops and events vary in topic by semester. Check for upcoming events on the TASS homepage.

First-generation students are invited to join our Peer Mentoring program. You will be paired with an upperclass first-generation student who will serve as your advocate and friend. Your mentor will help guide you through your academic and personal goals in your first year.

Academic Success Strategies (LAI 203) is a course taught by the TASS staff. It is designed to help students who are struggling with their coursework to get back on track. Students who have been placed on academic warning or probation are invited to take the course. For more information please speak with your academic advisor or contact TASS  at asktutoring@buffalo.edu.  

The Center for Excellence in Writing is the place to talk about your writing. Whether it be a course essay, application materials, or a personal project, you can schedule an individual consultation at any stage of your writing process. We offer in-person meetings in our Main Center (17 Norton) and virtually via Zoom.  You can schedule via Navigate under “Writing Assistance” or drop in to 17 Norton Hall to schedule.

Visit the Thomas J. Edwards Undergraduate Learning Center, 211 Baldy Hall.

• In person: Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Virtual: Sunday 2-8 p.m. via Discord

For more information see your UB Learns Chemistry site. No appointment is necessary and all support is through Zoom.    

• For help with seeking paid tutors, contact ubgradchemclub@gmail.com.
• Any other questions contact the chemistry department at 716-645-6800 or ubchem@buffalo.edu.

Through various programs, workshops and support services, the Graduate Professional Development web page equips graduate students with the tools needed to navigate and achieve their professional goals.

The Mathematics Help Center offers free, online help for students enrolled in the following courses: MTH 121, MTH 122, MTH 131, MTH 141, MTH 142, MTH 241, MTH 306 and MTH 309. Visit the Math Help Center for more information. 

Hours: Sunday–Friday, 3–10 p.m.

To access any of these services, you can use Navigate, UB’s online appointment scheduling platform, to make appointments with your advisor and connect with resources and support campus-wide.

• Are you a student athlete? The Office of Athletics Academic Affairs works to help all athletes be successful in any classroom. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–9 p.m. and Sunday, 12–6 p.m. 
• Engineering majors can get free help in a variety of science subjects. For more information, visit the School of Engineering website.

Students can use the Khan Academy, for online exercises, instructional videos and personalized learning dashboards.