Tutoring

The Achievement Plus tutorial program offers individualized and small groups to fit the students' need. The staff is comprised of trained peer tutors who provide our students with content-centered assistance to supplement classroom instruction, as well as faculty learning specialists.  Participants in the Achievement Plus Program have first-choice preference for an individual tutor, when available.

The Achievement Plus Learning Specialist is available on a one-to-one basis to enhance study skills and strengthen reading and writing abilities.  Students may also  attend the small group Learning Strategy workshops facilitated by the learning specialist.

The Achievement Plus Professional Math Tutor offers students indvidual ZOOM meetings for Math 100, 120, 101, 102, 110, 123 & 125.

There is no fee for tutoring. Students may sign up for individual or small group  tutoring online or visit the Academic Skills Center, located in Mulligan 94.


Counseling
Counseling is a fundamental ingredient of the Achievement Plus Program with individual and group sessions to help students realize education, career and personal goals. APP staff partner with the college's counseling center, career planning and financial aid departments to provide the following services:

  • Orienting students to King's and the Achievement Plus Program
  • Assisting student in career planning and decision-making
  • Offering a one-credit career planning course
  • Offering workshops on academic and personal development issues
  • Personal counseling
  • Financial aid counseling

Faculty/Staff Mentor Program

First-year students can apply for this program.  They will be paired with a King’s faculty or staff member who meets with them weekly or bi-weekly to discuss academics, transition to college, financial challenges, campus resources, communication with faculty, etc.