What is The STUDY?

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The STUDY is the tutoring component of the Student Learning Assistance Center (SLAC), Texas State's longest standing tutoring center, and staffs student tutors who specialize in math, science, business, and more. With it's main location being the 4th Floor of the Alkek Library, The STUDY also has an additional location in on the west side of campus in Falls & Sayers Residence Hall which is open to any current TXST student. Primarily a walk-in service, The STUDY does not require an appointment, and one tutor may be helping multiple students across multiple subjects at the same time. The STUDY also has the option for students to make an appointment to work as a small group on specific subjects. Being funded by various fees means that there is no additional cost to receive tutoring—you have already paid for this service! 

What to expect in The STUDY

Below are frequently asked questions from those who are not sure what to expect when visiting The STUDY.
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  • The STUDY is a walk-in tutoring service so no appointment is needed. Be sure to check the online schedule to see hours and subject availability. 

    If you wish to attend small-group tutoring, you will need to schedule an appointment.

  • The STUDY is fee-funded which means there is no additional cost for you to use the service.

  • The STUDY runs on a floating basis. This means that one tutor may be working with more than one student in more than one subject at a time. Though there is no time limit to your tutoring session, it is important to remember that you are free to work independently until you need assistance and signal a tutor for help if they are working with another student.

    If you prefer to schedule an appointment with a tutor, The STUDY now offers small group tutoring appointments for certain courses. You can find more information about small group tutoring appointments by visiting its page.

  • Before you visit any of The STUDY locations, we recommend checking The STUDY Schedule page to ensure there is a tutor for the subject you need help with at the time you plan to visit. Our tutors have consistent schedules throughout the semester but, occasionally, a tutor may not be available due to illness, etc. 

  • The STUDY at Alkek is busiest during the hours of 12pm to 3pm and during test times (midterms). If you prefer an environment that is less busy, we recommend coming in the evening and on Fridays. You may also want to check out The STUDY at Falls & Sayers or booking a small-group appointment ahead of time.

  • The STUDY runs on a floating basis, meaning that tutors often help with more than one student in more than one subject at a time. If The STUDY is not busy, the tutor may be able to work with you one-to-one but that is not our primary tutoring model and is not guaranteed.

  • In adherence to Texas State's Honor Code, The STUDY tutors cannot help with take-home tests or quizzes. On some rare occasions, faculty members may allow students to receive help from our tutors. If this is the case, we must receive advanced notice in writing directly from your instructor. 

  • No. The STUDY is located on the 4th floor of Alkek Library, which is a group work floor and is therefore not quiet.

  • If there is not a tutor available for your class, we recommend trying another academic service on campus, many of which are also paid for by your tuition and fees. If you are not sure what other resources are on campus, you can see a list of them on this webpage.

  • All tutors employed by The STUDY must maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA, have earned a B or better in all courses they tutor, and have passed a diagnostic exam covering the content they tutor. Additionally, our tutors are required to be interviewed by current leadership and staff. Potential tutors must also provide academic references. 

  • Yes! The Falls & Sayers location is open to all current Texas State students. Whether you live in Falls & Sayers, just left The Rec, or always park at Speck parking garage, as a student, you will have access to this tutoring site. 

ACCREDITED CRLA Certified

The STUDY is certified by the College Reading & Learning Association's International Tutor Training Program Certification (ITTPC) at Levels I, II, and III.
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