General Information

Where is the Learning Center Located?

The Learning Center can be found at two locations. At our Edinburg campus, our office is located at the ELCTR building between the library and the science building, room 100. At our Brownsville campus, our office is located at the BMSLC, room 2.118.

What are the hours of operation for the Learning Center?

Main administration office hours are generally from 8:00 a.m.-5 p.m., but scheduling for tutoring/supplemental instruction will vary depending on tutor availability and scheduled sessions. Please call our office in Edinburg at (956) 665-2585 or our Brownsville office at (956) 882-8208. You may also find scheduling information specifically for tutoring on here on our website by following the Tutoring tab at the top of the page and then proceeding to follow the Schedules tab in the drop-down menu Visit the Tutoring Lab.

What do I do if I have an issue with a tutor or a specialist?

If the issue you are having is with a tutor, leader, or coach, please inform the Program Managers of the Learning Center who are connected to the program you are working with. 

Can the Learning Center help me if I have a learning disability?

Yes. We will be glad to help you, just like any other student, to the best of our ability. The same policies apply as far as the time limit of a tutoring session and what we can and cannot do. We are able to offer tutoring, but we cannot serve as a scribe. A scribe can be obtained through the office of the Student Accessibility Service. Please click this link for contact and service information Student Accessibility Services.

Questions About Tutoring

What subjects are tutored?

A variety of different subjects are tutored in the Learning Center. Tutoring for Math, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Business, American Sign Language, Music, and Nursing. Visit our front office in Edinburg at ELCTR 100 and in Brownsville at BMSLC 2.118 for our current schedules. You may also find scheduling information specifically for tutoring on here on our website by following the Tutoring tab at the top of the page and then proceeding to follow the Schedules tab in the drop-down menu Visit the Tutoring Lab.

Are tutors available in all subjects all the time?

No, tutors are available as their schedules allow. Most tutors are peer tutors, so they may be in class, have meetings, or have other obligations. Subject areas tutored vary by semester. Call the reception desk at (956) 665-2585 for our Edinburg location and at (956) 882-8208 for our Brownsville campus. You may also find scheduling information specifically for tutoring on here on our website by following the Tutoring tab at the top of the page and then proceeding to follow the Schedules tab in the drop-down menu Visit the Tutoring Lab.

Why can't I drop off my homework to be graded?

Tutors do not grade assignments. Our goal is to help you become a better student by guiding you through your questions and leading you to discover answers as an independent learner.

What if the Learning Center doesn't offer tutoring in the subject(s) I need?

Let a learning specialist or office staff, such as our administrative assistants, know. We may be able to recruit tutors in needed areas.

Are groups available?

Yes, study groups are available. If you would like to start a study group, let a tutor or the Learning Specialist know, and we will be happy to accommodate you and your group.

How long will my tutoring session last?

You, the student, need to come prepared to ask questions to get the most benefit out of the session. Session times are limited to scheduled hours, available tutors, and subject areas.

What do I bring to a tutoring session?

You, as the student, should come with a textbook, notes, study guides, or written questions you had about an assignment. The more you specify about where your problem areas lie, the more a tutor can support you.