Frequently Asked Questions about CAST
Important Information
- All tutoring services are free for currently enrolled students.
- Appointments are available on-campus, remotely and individual or with a small group.
- The maximum time is 50 minutes per session with no double appointments for the same course.
- (3) sessions per course per week for all subject tutoring
- (3) sessions per week total for writing, public speaking, and academic coaching
- Course availability is not guaranteed and changes on a per-semester basis.
- Tutors are professionals or peers.
The Center for Academic Success and Tutoring (CAST) and Writing Center operate on an appointment basis. Walk-ins are accommodated depending on staff availability. Appointments are recommended to guarantee a session.
In addition to receiving tutoring in currently enrolled courses, students may meet with a tutor under various circumstances:
- Students who receive an Incomplete (I) in a specific course may continue to receive tutoring in that course for the following semester.
- Students may receive tutoring for academic enrichment in modern languages such as practicing a language other than English for travel or personal interest.
- Students who want to improve their public speaking skills or review an academic-adjacent writing project (ex: scholarship application essays and graduate school essays) and cover letters may meet with a writing tutor.
- While tutoring is course-specific, students may attend the Activity-Hour Walk-In Sessions to review fundamentals of that specific subject area or for an upcoming exam.
- Incoming students in the following Summer Bridge programs may receive tutoring for the duration of the program. Applies to: CSTEP, TRIO, & EOP programs.
- If the CAST staff needs to cancel or reschedule an appointment due to unexpected circumstance, every effort will be made to notify the student in advance of the cancellation.
Students who want to receive tutoring in a course they are currently not enrolled in can contact the CAST staff at tutoringcenter@farmingdale.edu to discuss their options.
A student may have their privileges suspended or limited at the Director's discretion. This includes:
- Missing (3) appointments per semester without notifying the Center
- Canceling or not showing-up to appointments on a consistent basis
- Unrealistic expectations of tutoring/tutors
- Contacting and/or harassing tutors outside of the Center
- Abuse or misuse of staff members, services, property, and/or other students
Although uncommon, failure to abide by the Student Code of Conduct and Academic Integrity Policy may result in a temporary or permanent forfeiture of services.
Accessibility
We are an accessible Center with support available for students with disabilities who are registered with the Disability Service Center. Contact CAST for more information about accessibility.
Center For
Academic Success & Tutoring
Greenley Hall, Room 302
934-420-2066
tutoringcenter@farmingdale.edu
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday |
9:00am - 6:00pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00am - 6:00pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00am - 6:00pm |
| Thursday |
9:00am - 6:00pm |
| Friday | NetTutor Available 24/7 |
| Saturday | Remote Math Tutoring Only & NetTutor |
| Sunday | Remote Math Tutoring Only & NetTutor |