The Learning Center
The Learning Center
Gordon Student Center G202
Mon-Thu, 8:30am-7pm
Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm
We have weekend tutoring in Coulter Library!
Saturday's 12–4pm, Sunday's 2–6pm
Choose a Tutoring Appointment
We provide FREE online and in-person tutoring —you can make up to 2 appointments per week, per course. Use the links below to get started!
Tutors are available in specific subject areas to help you work through your course assignments.
Need help writing that essay or short answer on your homework? We're here to support you!
Not sure where to start when it comes to studying for exams? We've got you covered.
We'll walk through basic math skills to get the right answer every time!
For after-hours tutoring (7pm–12am, Sun–Thurs), visit STAR-NY tutoring, log in with OCC credentials, and get connected with a tutor!
You can borrow a laptop and calculator at The Learning Center — bring your LazerCard!
Drop-in Tutoring
You don't need an appointment to attend drop-in hours and can come as often as you need! Here’s how it works:
- Sign in at the Learning Center kiosk
- Take a red and green cup
- Find a seat in the designated space for your subject area
- Place the green cup on top of the red cup and start your work
- Place the red cup on top of the green cup if you have a question for the tutor
Our drop-in hours are as follows:
BIOLOGY: 12pm – 4pm (Mon-Thurs), G200
CHEMISTRY: 12pm – 4pm (Mon-Thurs), G200
MATH: 12pm – 4pm (Mon-Fri), G202
PHYSICS: 10am – 11:30am (Mon–Thurs), G202
LANGUAGE (ESL): 10:30am – 4:00pm (Mon-Thurs), G302
MUSIC: 12:00pm – 2:00pm (Mon & Wed), P117
English Language Institute
The English Language Institute (ELI) program provides multiple levels of language instruction and support to help English language learners achieve their career and academic goals.
Work at the Learning Center
We accept applications year-round and reach out to qualified applicants on a needs basis, which is based upon student demand in specific courses. These positions are temporary and there is no guarantee of work.