🔹 Who are the tutors at Acadia 🔹 What qualifications do Acadia tutors have 🔹 Are tutors students or faculty 🔹 Who provides academic help through tutoring

Tutors at Acadia University are faculty-recommended individuals who have demonstrated strong academic performance and subject expertise. They typically fall into one of the following categories:

• 🎓 Upper-year undergraduate students who have successfully completed the course they’re tutoring

• 🎓 Graduate students with advanced knowledge in their field

• 🧑‍🏫 Occasionally, recent alumni or teaching assistants may also serve as tutors

All tutors must:

• ✅ Receive a recommendation from a faculty member

• ✅ Have earned a minimum grade of A- in the course they wish to tutor

• ✅ Be approved by the Tutoring Coordinator

• ✅ Agree to the terms outlined in the Tutoring Agreement Form

Tip: Tutors are matched based on subject compatibility and availability, so it’s best to request help early in the term.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

• Faculty-recommended: Endorsed by a professor for academic strength and reliability

• Tutoring Agreement Form: A document outlining expectations and responsibilities for both student and tutor

• Upper-year student: A student in their second, third, or fourth year of undergraduate study

🔗 Suggested Links

• Tutoring Services Overview

• Paid Tutoring Info

• ASU Supports Office

📝 Special Notes:

• Tutors are not available during final exams or summer intersession

• Sessions are held in public campus spaces like the library or study lounges

• To request a tutor, email tutoring@acadiau.ca with your course details