Become a Tutor
Learning Support at UW–Madison relies on the work of peer tutors. These are current students that work for campus learning centers and support other students through academic tutoring, coaching, and mentoring.
Every year, campus learning centers hire undergraduate and graduate peer tutors. It’s a meaningful way to share your knowledge, strengthen your own skills, and make a positive impact on the student experience.
Consider working as a tutor!
Peer Tutoring Eligibility
All UW-Madison students who are currently enrolled in classes and in good academic standing are eligible to be a tutor.
Each learning center has different requirements for tutors, but generally, tutors need to have completed the course they are tutoring within the past two years and have earned an A or AB final grade.
How to Become a Peer Tutor
To become a tutor, you have two options:
Option 1
Apply directly to the learning center
Many learning centers post their tutor openings online. Visit the specific learning center website to see what’s available. And think ahead—learning centers usually hire one or two semesters in advance.
Option 2
Fill out the interest form
If there isn’t a current tutoring job that fits your qualifications, fill out the general peer tutor interest form. Learning centers check this form when they are hiring and send out job postings to respondents.
Benefits of Being a Tutor
Being a tutor is a great way to contribute to the campus community—but it’s more than just that!
- Learn critical communication skills
- Deepen your knowledge in a chosen academic subject
- Meet new students
- Connect with course instructors
- Earn money
“Peer tutor” is a great addition to your resume, whether you’re applying to jobs, graduate school, or professional school.
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
If you have additional questions about becoming a tutor, you can either reach out directly to a learning center or our central Learning Support office at info.learningsupport@wisc.edu.