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Academic Support for Every ������Ƶ Student

The Academic Success Center (ASC) is now serving all ������Ƶ student populations. 

Our tutors compile resources that will help you with the courses for which tutoring is provided.

• Writing Tutoring
• General Education Subject Tutoring
• Academic Coaching
• NetTutor (third-party online tutoring service)
• Exam Proctoring
• Reservation of Study Room (MAR 106)
• Check out Technology/Books
• Desktops and laptops available to use at the Center

Tutoring

Writing Tutoring

• We are here to support you at every stage of the writing process, whether you are brainstorming ideas, organizing your paper, developing a thesis or working on grammar (for ESL and ELL students).
• You can stop by as a walk-in or book an appointment, whatever works best for you.
  • In-Person Tutoring: Available on weekdays at the Main Campus.
  • Online Tutoring: Offered via Zoom throughout the week, including evenings and weekends.
  • Drop-Off Paper: Upload your paper when booking. Feedback will be emailed to you by the end of the session.
• Services Offered:
  • General Writing: Peer and professional tutors can help with writing across various subjects.
  • Graduate Writing: Professional tutors specialize in supporting graduate-level coursework.
• Note: Please select the appropriate service when booking your appointment.
• Please review our policies→Tutoring Policies
• How to get ready for tutoring→Getting Ready Tutoring

Subject Tutoring

• Subject tutoring is available for all student populations in 30–45-minute sessions for general education classes. The tutoring covers a variety of subjects, including:
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Math
  • JCC (BIB Classes)
  • And more
• Each session is designed to provide targeted support, helping students improve their understanding and confidence in these subjects.
• Please review our policies→Tutoring Policies
• How to get ready for tutoring→Getting Ready Tutoring

Academic Coaching

• Our coaches are here to encourage you and provide practical strategies to help you overcome challenges and navigate university life with confidence. Academic coaching can support you with:
  • Goal Setting: Creating clear and achievable academic objectives.
  • Time Management Strategies: Developing effective techniques to make the most of your study time.
  • Organization and Motivation: Enhancing your organizational skills and keeping you motivated throughout the semester.
  • Academic Resources: Identifying and utilizing resources available at the university.
  • Scheduling: Creating a personalized schedule to balance your coursework, extracurricular activities and personal commitments.

How to Book an Appointment

Need to Book an Appointment (tutoring, academic coaching, and/or exam proctoring)? Scheduling is now through Penji.

Steps 

1. Access Penji via mobile app, , and/or click on “Schedule an Appointment” in Canvas. Log in using your student email or SSO. 
2. Click “Get Started” and then select “I am a student” 
3. Select the desired service (Subject Tutoring & Academic Coaching, Writing Support, or Exam Proctoring) 
4. Tip: For easy access to your appointments, we recommend downloading the Penji App to your device using any of the following links: and .

NetTutor

How to Access Through Canvas

• Log in to Canvas and select any of your courses.
  • On the left-hand side bar (where Home and Modules are listed), scroll down until you see NetTutor.
  • Click NetTutor to open a new window.
  • From there, choose NetTutor Tutoring Center (for subject-specific online tutoring) or NetTutor Writing Center (for writing help or paper drop off).

There are 30 subjects on NetTutor

• Choose the subject you are interested in.
• Math and Writing are offered 24/7; to check times for other subjects, click on the desired subject, then on the "Drop-In Tutoring Hours" link on the upper right corner.

NetTutor Information and FAQs

NetTutor Info & FAQs

Exam Proctoring

Exam Proctoring at the Academic Success Center

• Exam Proctoring is a resource available at the Academic Success Center, located on the main campus in Marpeck Hall (MAR105). This service is offered only to students with testing accommodations and excused absences. Appointments are required.
• Proctoring Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm (No exams finished after 4:00 pm)

How to Book an Exam Proctoring Appointment

To book appointments:

• Students with testing accommodations use 
• Students without testing accommodations use
• Below you can find guides on how to book an appointment on both platforms:
  • How to book an appointment
  • How to book an appointment

Exam Proctoring Policies and Rules

• Please review our policies before booking an appointment:
  • Exam Proctoring Policies for Students
• When booking an appointment, you agree to the following rules:
  • Students’ Exam Proctoring Rules Agreement

Exam Proctoring for Non-������Ƶ Students

• The Academic Success Center (ASC) provides a space and supervision for individual students who are not enrolled at ������Ƶ. There is a $50 fee per exam. 
• For more information, please contact the ASC front desk at academic.success@fresno.edu or (559)453-5585

Resources

• For Students