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Tutoring

The CLE offers online tutoring for a wide variety of subjects and limited in-person tutoring by appointment. These services are free of charge. To meet with a tutor on campus or online, or to find a specific tutor's schedule, click the Make a Tutoring Appointment button below. Read our Rules and Guidelines for more details. If you have questions, feel free to contact the CLE.

When STC tutors are not available, tutoring services are offered through our off campus partner, Upswing. Students are limited to three (3) hours per semester when working with Upswing tutors; however, there is no limit with STC tutors. To find an STC tutor, look for the STC Tutor label on the tutor’s profile picture.

• Guidelines for In-Person Tutoring
  • All in-person, on-campus tutoring is available by appointment only. In-person tutoring may not be offered for certain classes. To see which classes offer in-person tutoring and to request an appointment, click the Make a Tutoring Appointment button above.
  • The available spaces, resources, and services within the CLE have been necessarily limited in response to the coronavirus pandemic. So that we may employ proper social distancing measures, only individuals who have confirmed appointments may use the CLE on campus.
  • Please view the For Your Safety and Directions for Entering the CLE sections below prior to arriving on campus.
• For Your Safety

  In order to adhere to proper social distancing guidelines and to ensure the health and safety of all students, faculty, and staff, please follow these steps in order to access your CLE.

  • Individuals who visit a CLE are expected to follow recommended guidelines to minimize the potential spread of COVID-19. Individuals who do not adhere to these guidelines will be required to leave the CLE.
  • Do not visit a CLE if you are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, such as coughing, sore throat, fever, or shortness of breath.
  • All students must self-screen and/or complete a survey screening prior to arriving for a tutoring appointment at the CLE.
  • Do not visit a CLE if within the past 14 days you have knowingly been in contact with someone who is under investigation for or confirmed to have COVID-19.
  • While in the CLE, practice social distancing by maintaining a distance of at least 6 feet from other individuals.
  • All individuals are required to wear face protection that covers the nose and mouth.
  • CLE appointments are only available to current STC students. Each appointment applies to only the individual whose name is on the appointment. Others will not be permitted to enter the CLE.
  • CLE appointments are for up to 45 minutes a session, with a maximum of two sessions per day per class.
  • CLE resources such as textbooks and calculators are permitted to be used only under staff supervision, and the student is required to wear gloves while using the item to minimize contact with the item.
  • Individuals who do not follow CLE procedures may be banned from making future appointments.
  • Due to the uncertainties caused by the COVID-19 epidemic, the CLEs may experience an unexpected closure at any time, resulting in the cancellation of all appointments.
• Directions for Entering the CLE

  Please follow the campus-specific guidelines below when you come to the CLE for your tutoring appointment.

  • Mid-Valley - Individuals with a confirmed appointment are instructed to call (956) 447-6675 upon arriving at the Mid-Valley Campus. They will be instructed to make their way to the north entrance of the A building and will be escorted into the building by a CLE staff member.
  • Nursing & Allied Health - Individuals with a confirmed appointment are instructed to remain in their vehicle and call (956) 872-3044 when they arrive at Nursing & Allied Health campus for further instructions.
  • Pecan and Pecan Writing Center - Individuals with a confirmed appointment are instructed to arrive no earlier than five minutes prior to the appointment start time and contact (956) 872-8303 when they arrive. After notifying the CLE of arrival, students are to make their way to the southeast entrance of Building C (north of Building G). A CLE staff member will admit students one at a time for tutoring appointments.
  • Starr County - Individuals with a confirmed appointment are instructed to arrive on campus to Lot 7, near the southwest entrance to campus. Students are asked to call the CLE at (956) 488-5824 upon arrival. After notifying the CLE of their arrival, students are to make their way to Building B-201 to be admitted by a CLE staff member.
  • Technology - Individuals with a confirmed appointment are instructed to remain in their vehicle and call (956) 872-2756 when they arrive on the Technology Campus to receive further instructions.