University at Buffalo (UB)
Grades 3-12 Tutoring Mentorship Program
Receive personalized tutoring from University at Buffalo students to make academic progress a seamless and engaging experience. Our tutors tailor each session to meet your child's specific needs, ensuring they receive the assistance required to excel in their studies. Whether it's mastering academic skills, staying on the path to graduation, or gaining confidence in approaching schoolwork, our tutor-mentors are here to help.
Get tutoring support in English Language Arts Math, Science and Social Studies
The University at Buffalo in collaboration with the Graduate School of Education offers FREE tutoring services to local students in grades 3-12. Tutor mentors in all subjects are available. We partner your student with a UB student who will offer academic guidance in regular one-to-one online tutoring sessions. Tutoring is available by appointment.
To receive tutoring services, participants must:
- be a student in Buffalo Public Schools or Erie 1 BOCES
- have access to the internet and a computing/electronic device
- provide a valid email address
Learning Levels
- 3rd-6th
- 7th-8th
- 9th-12th
Appointment Availability
Tutoring is offered Monday thru Thursday between 2:30–6:30 p.m. Appointment time slots are dependent on tutor mentor availability.
Who are the tutor-mentors?
Tutor-mentors are current UB students who have been vetted and have received culturally responsive training. All tutor-mentors must complete and pass all NYS fingerprinting requirements and receive ongoing professional development.
Is there a fee to receive services?
There is no charge for the tutor-mentor services. These services are funded by the University at Buffalo and tutor-mentors earn volunteer or work-study hours or internship credit.
How long is each tutoring session?
Each session with a tutor-mentor is 40 minutes. It is important that your student come prepared with the work they require assistance in and ready to ask specific questions to utilize the session efficiently.
Will my child have the same tutor-mentor for each session or appointment?
At the beginning it is unlikely students will have the same tutor-mentor for each session. However, as your child signs up more often, we will begin to pair them with the tutor-mentor who has the best connection with them.
Who do I contact if I want to talk about how a specific session went?
Each time your child completes a session, you will receive a follow-up notification sent to the email you used to sign up for the session. You will be able to provide comments in the summary and request to speak with someone if necessary.
Have a different question?
To learn more about how the program works and eligibility, email Brainy Bulls support.