Below is a list of learning support resources at JMU facilitated by the Learning Centers and others:
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Academic Support, free
Academic Support Instruction, a program within the Office of Residence Life, helps students who live on-campus improve their academic skills in areas such as:
- Communicating with Professors
- Goal-Setting
- Reading Strategies
- Study Skills
- Test-taking Skills
- Time and Stress Management
Accounting Tutoring, free
The school of Accounting offers free tutoring for COB 241, COB 242, ACTG 244, ACTG 343, & ACTG 344.
Accounting Tutoring - paid
Paid tutors are available for COB 241, COB 242, and all ACTG prefixed courses. Students negotiate payment and schedule.
Biology PASS support, free
BIO 140, BIO 150, BIO 245, BIO 270, and BIO 290 are supported by the PASS program.
Trained peer educators hold academic support sessions to help students succeed in these courses.
Chemistry PASS support, free
CHEM 120, CHEM 131, CHEM 132, and CHEM 242 are supported by the PASS program.
Trained peer educators hold academic support sessions to help students succeed in these courses.
Chemistry Tutoring, free
The Science and Math Learning Center (SMLC) provides support for the 1st and 2nd year Chemistry courses. Tutoring is drop-in, so no appointment is needed.
The SMLC supports the following chemistry courses: CHEM 120, 131, 132, 241, 242.
Chemistry Tutoring, paid
CHEM 120, CHEM 131, CHEM 132, CHEM 241, and CHEM 242 tutoring is offered through The Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society.
To arrange for a private (paid) Chemistry tutor, email jmuchemistrytutor@gmail.com.
COB 291 PASS support, free
COB 291 is supported by the PASS program.
Trained peer educators hold academic support sessions to help students succeed in these courses.
College of Business tutoring
Paid and free tutors are available for select College of Business courses.
Computer Information Systems tutoring, Free
The CIS Learning Assistant Program offers free consulations for CIS 221 students. Learning Assistants can help with PA problems, test study skills, homework questions, etc.
Computer Science Tutoring, free
The Department of Computer Science provides student Teaching Assistants for 100-level and 200-level CS courses.
Teaching Assistants, as selected by the Department, are assigned courses and instructors.
Hours of operation: Evenings and on weekends for students who need help in CS courses.
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Economics Tutoring, paid
ECON 200 and ECON 201: Private Economics tutors are available for $25/hour. For a list of tutors, visit the COB tutoring page.
English Language Consultations
Faculty and students seeking English language support may make an appointment for a one-to-one custom consultation. English Language Consultations often include working on written or oral academic assignments from all disciplines, including theses and dissertations, as well as publications.
Entry and Licensure Assessment exam tutoring, free
The Education Support Center (ESC) offers free tutoring for all Teacher Education Students.
Finance Tutoring, free
The Finance Tutoring Cadre provides free peer tutoring for introductory Finance courses.
COB 300B, FIN 301 & FIN 345
Learning Toolbox, free
The Learning Toolbox is a website available for students, teachers, and parents, that includes tools to help students improve in
- Math
- Organization
- Study skills
- Test Taking Skills
- Note Taking
- Reading
- Writing
- Advanced Thinking.
Math and Statistics Tutoring, Free & Paid
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers free tutoring for 100, 200, and 300-level Math and Stat courses in the M&S Learning Suite, Roop G25.
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Paid private tutoring is also available through the Mathematics and Statistics Department.
Email or call (540) 568-6184
Mathematics Tutoring, Free
The Science and Math Learning Center (SMLC) provides support for 1st and 2nd year mathematics and statistics courses. Tutoring is drop-in, so no appointment is needed.
The SMLC supports the following courses in math and statistics:
MATH TUTORING: MATH 103, 155-156, 199, 205, 231-232, 235-236, ISAT 150 & 151
STATISTICS TUTORING: MATH 105 & 220, COB 191, ISAT 251
Math PASS support, free
MATH 110, MATH 205, MATH 210, & MATH 231 are supported by the PASS program.
Trained peer educators hold academic support sessions to help students succeed in these courses.
Music Tutoring, free
The School of Music provides department-paid tutors for students enrolled in Music Theory or Music History.
Their tutors and availability are subject to change each semester.
Please contact Donna Wampler by email or at 540-568-6863 to request support.
Note: This tutoring service is only available to JMU students enrolled in these classes.
Note-taking and reading strategies, free
Learning Strategies Success (LSS) offers one-on-one academic coaching appointments for JMU student to improve their academic success. They can help students improve their time-management, test-taking, test analysis, studying and test prep, reading, and note-taking.
Nursing PASS Support, Free
NSG 353, NSG 356, & NSG 452 are supported by the PASS program.
Trained peer educators hold academic support sessions to help students succeed in these courses.
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Philosophy and Religion Tutoring
To request course support, contact the Department Chair office at 540-568-6394
Philosophy Tutoring, free
The Science and Math Learning Center (SMLC) provides support for the 1st and 2nd year Philosophy courses. Tutoring is drop-in, so no appointment is needed.
The SMLC supports the following philosophy courses: PHIL 120, PHIL 150, & PHIL 250.
Physics tutoring, free
The Science and Math Learning Center (SMLC) provides support for the 1st and 2nd year Physics courses. Tutoring is drop-in, so no appointment is needed.
The SMLC supports the following physics courses: PHYS 140, 150, 240, 250.
Physics Tutoring, paid
At this time, there is no known paid private tutoring for Physics.
Statistics Tutoring, free
The Science and Math Learning Center (SMLC) provides support for 1st and 2nd statistics courses. Tutoring is drop-in, so no appointment is needed.
The SMLC supports the following statistics courses:
STATISTICS TUTORING: MATH 105 & 220, COB 191, ISAT 251
Studying strategies, free
Learning Strategies Success (LSS) offers one-on-one academic coaching appointments for JMU student to improve their academic success. They can help students improve their time-management, test-taking, test analysis, studying and test prep, reading, and note-taking.
Test-taking support, free
Learning Success Strategies (LSS) offers one-on-one academic coaching appointments for JMU student to improve their academic success. They can help students improve their time-management, test-taking, test analysis, studying and test prep, reading, and note-taking.
Tutor Connection, paid
Tutor Connection is a service through the Student Learning Initiatives Resource Center that pairs student and self-identified tutors in specific subjects.
Tutoring Information, General
This resource page does not provide all JMU tutoring resources. We do try to keep this page updated so if you know of a resource we are missing, please let us know.
If you are unable to find the resource you are searching for on this page, you may email the Learning Centers for assistance.
Writing Tutoring, free
The University Writing Center (UWC) offers free, individual consultations for any writing task at any stage of the writing process. Consultations can happen in person and online.
Writing consultants can help writers:
- Overcome writer's block
- Brainstorm and find a topic
- Understand audience and purpose
- Develop a thesis
- Incorporate sources effectively
- Revise for coherence and organization
- Edit for clarity and conciseness
- Use MLA, APA, and Chicago formats
- Understand grammar, punctuation, and usage
- Develop revision strategies
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