Course-Specific Tutoring

The ARC Learning Assistants (LAs) will be offering peer tutoring support for students enrolled in NYU Shanghai courses! The tutoring is available on a drop-in basis only. Simply check the schedule and visit the ARC during the listed times for your course. Our front desk Information Assistant will gladly connect you with a Learning Assistant for a 20-minute session. Please note that tutoring is offered exclusively in person.

Location: W523 (5th floor of the West Hall), New Bund Campus
Hours: 10am to 8pm, Monday - Thursday
            10am to 5pm, Friday
Contact: shanghai.arc@nyu.eduSchedule an Appointment Tutoring Schedule

 

Who We Are

Who We Are

ARC Learning Assistants (LA) are NYU Shanghai student tutors who provide course-specific academic support for NYU Shanghai students out of the classroom. LAs work closely with faculty and ARC professionals to support student success and promote independent and active learning. LAs provide Individual and small-group tutoring in a variety of STEM, Business, Economics, and Chinese Language courses.

 

Mathematics LAs Computer Science LAs Natural Science LAs Chinese Language LAs Business LAs Economics LAs

Where We Are

  • Most course tutoring sessions take place in the ARC, Room W523, New Bund Campus. Location for larger-group study sessions will be announced before the individual sessions.
  • Chinese Language tutoring sessions take place in the ARC (Room W523) as well.

The Information Assistant (IA) at the front desk outside the ARC will help you find a Learning Assistant for your desired subject. 

Fall 2025 LA-supported Courses

  • Mathematics: Precalculus, Calculus, Honors Calculus, Linear Algebra, Honors Linear Algebra I, Multivariable Calculus, Probability and Statistics
  • Computer Science & Engineering: Intro to Computer Programming, Introduction to Computer and Data Science, Data Structures, Databases, Machine Learning, Discrete Mathematics, Computer Architecture
  • Natural Science: General Physics I, Foundations of Biology II, Foundations of Chemistry I
  • Business: Statistics for Business and Economics, Foundations of Finance, Principles of Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance
  • Economics: Principles of Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Intermediate Microeconomics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, Economics of Global Business
  • Chinese Language: Elementary & Intermediate & Advanced Chinese
FAQs
What we do?
  • We will facilitate your insights into the course content and your learning process.
  • We will provide individual tutoring, helping you identify and address your problems in learning.
  • We will hold review sessions, helping you review the important concepts and practice problem-solving.
  • We will provide relevant learning information, and suggest additional learning resources.
  • We will suggest study skills to support you in the mastery of the course materials.
  • We will share with you our own learning experiences and challenges.
  • We will help you to build motivation and self-confidence.
What we do NOT do?
  • We will not do or correct coursework for you, or provide direct answers.
  • We will not assist you with materials identified as tests, whether take-home, in class, or otherwise.
  • We will not go over the entire lectures that you missed.
  • We will not predict the grade an assignment may receive.
  • We will not recommend course selections or whether to continue in a particular course.
Can I make an appointment with an LA if the time slot is blue/reserved by others?

It depends on the course you are seeking tutoring. Business, Economics, & STEM courses allow a maximum of 30 appointments for each time slot. IMA courses allow 3 appointments for each time slot, and Chinese Language only allows 1appointment for each time slot.

Can I walk into an LA's office hours?

Course tutoring sessions are held in the form of LA office hours. Students are welcome to attend a session without an advance appointment, though making an appointment beforehand will help LAs better prepare for the session.

A full list of course tutoring schedules can be found on NYU Connect under specific discipline schedules.

How can I cancel an appointment?

If you are unable to attend your scheduled appointment with an LA, please cancel your appointment as soon as possible before the appointment time by clicking on the scheduled appointment slot and selecting“cancel appointment.”Both you and your tutor will receive a notification right after the cancellation. If you encounter any problem in canceling your appointment, please email the ARC at shanghai.arc@nyu.edu.

How many appointments can I book with an LA?

There are no limits on the number of appointments. You are welcome to make as many appointments as you want with one or more LAs depending on your academic needs.