If you have any questions that are not addressed below, please contact the Learning Center at [email protected] or 610-396-6288.

Learning Center services are FREE and open to all students currently enrolled in courses at Penn State Berks. 

All in-person tutoring sessions are held in the Learning Center in 159 Franco (enter through 161 Franco).

You can book one 30-minute tutoring session per subject each day. If you need help with different subjects, you can have multiple sessions in one day.

The Learning Center is open for tutoring Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (tutoring available until 1:00 pm). During these hours, the center is also available for general use. Feel free to use the center for independent or group study, homework, or review material on your own.

Do not wait until you are struggling; get tutoring early and often. It works best as regular support to help you keep up and understand the material, not just as a last-minute fix before a test.

Yes! Yes! Tutoring is not just for students who are struggling. It can help you sharpen your skills, explore topics more deeply, and keep improving, even if you are already doing well.

It is best to book your tutoring or coaching sessions in advance, especially during busy periods like midterms or finals. To make an appointment:

  • Visit our online scheduling platform (or click the button above).
  • Choose your subject, tutor, and the time that works for you.
  • Click on an available time slot (white) to book the appointment (it will turn blue once booked).
  • Answer a few quick questions to help your tutor prepare.

For professional math tutoring, walk-in sessions are available with no appointment needed. Check the Learning Center hours to see when these are offered.

You can also visit the Learning Center without an appointment, but immediate help is not guaranteed.
 

  • You will be welcomed into the center by a tutor or staff member.
  • The tutor will ask what you want to work on or where you need help.
  • The tutor will explain difficult concepts in different ways to help you understand.
  • You will actively participate by solving problems, discussing ideas, and asking questions.
  • The tutor will ask if you want to make another appointment.
  • You will receive a link to fill out a brief survey online to share your feedback.

  • Schedule your session in advance, especially during busy times like midterms and finals
  • Arrive a little early to start your session right away.
  • Attempt your assignments before the session to know where you need help.
  • Be prepared to take an active role and stay involved.
  • Be willing to try new ways of learning and see challenges as chances to improve.

  • Your textbooks, class notes, assignments, or any materials related to your work.
  • A list of questions or areas where you want to focus.
  • Pen and paper to take notes (also provided by the Learning Center).
  • A friend for support or to learn together (optional).
  • A positive attitude and willingness to participate.

If tutoring isn't available for your class, we recommend speaking with your instructor before or after class, or during office hours. You can also form a study group with classmates to help each other understand the material.

Log in to the Learning and Writing Center website and add your name to the waitlist. Click the clock icon next to the desired day on the schedule, fill out the form, and we will notify you if a time slot opens.

Cancel appointments as early as possible by signing into the Learning Center website and clicking “cancel appointment.” If you do not cancel before your scheduled time, it will be marked as a no-show. Three no-shows within the academic year will deactivate your account, preventing you from scheduling further appointments.