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Peer Assisted Learning (PAL)

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REGULAR Office Hours

Monday thru Friday

8:00AM to 4:30PM

Williston 100

*One-On-One Tutoring
*On Campus Tutoring Centers

FREE 1:1 TUTORS

Peer Assisted Learning is NIU's FREE tutoring service. We provide one-on-one and small group tutoring for those students who are interested in regular, weekly tutoring assistance. You're matched with a trained peer tutor for weekly tutoring sessions. Sign up early in the semester - tutor availability may be limited during the last few weeks of the semester. For more information Email us or stop in the ACCESS/PAL Office, Williston 100

PAL is here to help you!

  • To improve grades in general education and core course requirements.
  • To assist in preparation for special entrance or exit exams.
  • To prepare for quizzes and class exams.
  • To learn good study habits.
  • To organize time and thoughts more effectively.

How do I sign up for PAL Tutoring?

PAL APPOINTMENT TUTORING: For REGULAR WEEKLY tutoring, you can come to the PAL office in Williston 100 to fill out a TUTOR REQUEST FORM  &  STUDENT CLASS & WORK SCHEDULE.  After applying, you're matched up with an advanced NIU student who has completed CRLA (College Reading and Learning Assoc.) tutor training and who will help guide you through your course. Tutors are assigned to students based on availability. (Usually within one week of your application.) When your tutor calls, you both decide when and where to meet. Students are eligible for a maximum of three hours of tutoring per week, per course.  In order for tutoring to be effective, you should meet with your tutor at least once a week through the semester.  If you miss 2 tutoring appts. you will be dropped from 1:1 tutoring, but can continue to get help at one of the walk-in tutoring centers.

PAL TUTORING CENTERS: Want homework help? Have a few questions or a lot? Check out the PAL tutoring Center Schedules to find on-the-spot-help. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED, just walk in. Tutoring Center Schedules

INFO FOR NIU STUDENTS:                                     

Click Here for COURSES available.
Click Here How to Get the Most From Tutoring.
Click Here to email us about PAL tutoring.

INFO FOR PAL TUTORS:
PAL TUTORS:  Click Here for printable Appointment Tutoring Session Sheet
PAL Study Group Tutors:  Click Here  for printable Study Group Session Sheet
PAL TUTORS: Click Here for Tutoring Manual.pdf for your reference.

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Questions? Contact us at (815) 753-0203, Stop in Williston 100, or click here to email the PAL program.