How it Works

When to Apply for a Tutor:

  • Tutor Sign Up generally begins at the end of the second week of the semester. - Example for Fall Semester: semester begins on Monday, August 16th. First day to request a tutor will be: Friday, August 27th.
  • Apply for a tutor early in the semester or as soon as you feel you may need some additional assistance with course material.
  • Students can apply for a tutor throughout the semester.
  • Tutor Sign-Up generally ends before the last few weeks of the semester. - Example for Fall Semester: semester ends on Monday, December 13th. Last day to request a tutor will be: Monday, November 15th.

How to Apply for a Tutor:

  • Stop by the Student Support Services (SSS) office on the ground floor in Oaks Hall. - Ask for an Application to Request a Tutor; complete and submit.
  • Print off an Application to Request a Tutor from the SCC Website. Download this form by clicking on the link to the file (.pdf) at the bottom of this page. 

After you have the form you have a few options:

  • Complete the form and Mail to: Laurie Butler, Tutor Coordinator, SCC, 447 College Dr., Sylva, NC 28779
  • Scan & email (must use your SCC account): laurie@southwesterncc.edu
  • Bring by the SSS office, Oaks Hall, Jackson Campus

Tutorial Sessions

  • One hour sessions, two times a week are most beneficial (other arrangements are possible)
  • Tutoring sessions are generally held: - Monday through Thursday: 8 am to 7 pm; Friday: 8 am to 12 noon
  • Tutoring is provided in one-on-one or small group sessions.

Missed Sessions

  • You will lose your tutoring privileges after:
    • three (3) excused absences
    • two (2) unexcused absences; Unexcused absences include:
      • Not showing up
      • Arriving more than 15 minutes late 
      • Cancelling less than 2 hours before your scheduled time

 Student_Request_for_Tutor_Application.pdf