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Peer-Assisted Student Support
The Peer-Assisted Student Support (PASS) Program provides FREE, one-on-one, individualized tutoring to all enrolled undergraduate and graduate students at American University. Tutors help students learn and review course concepts from their classes and provide opportunities for hands-on practice for successfully completing their coursework.
Summer 2025
This summer, the PASS Program will only be offering online tutoring appointments.
To schedule a session, log into WCOnline and select an available appointment time with your desired tutor.
If you would like to request a tutor to support your summer course, please email tutoring@american.edu and we will try to connect you to someone who can help. Note that different tutors are available during Summer Session I & II.
We look forward to supporting your classes this summer!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where is tutoring held?
In-Person Tutoring
Tutoring taking place in person will denote "In-Person" next to the Tutor's name on the schedule on WCOnline. In-person tutoring will take place in Butler Pavilion, Room 310.
Online Tutoring
Tutoring that takes place will denote "Online" next to the Tutor's name of the schedule on WCOnline. On your existing the appointment form, review the Tutor’s information and please find “LOCATION” under their email address for the Zoom information for your appointment. Select the Zoom link and wait to be admitted by your Tutor.
How do I schedule an appointment?
- Create an account or log into WCOnline with your AU email address.
- Below the log-in box, select the appropriate tutor schedule and click, Log In.
- On the top of the page, click the drop-down menu titled “Search your class” and select your course.
- All available tutors will appear along with their schedules.
- Select a white box to schedule your appointment and complete the accompanying appointment form.
How can I cancel my tutoring appointment?
- Log into WCOnline at least 3 hours before the appointment's time.
- Click on your appointment.
- Select "cancel this appointment" at the bottom of the form.
What do I do if my class is not offered?
If your course is not offered in the current listing of courses, please submit a tutoring request, here.
Summer 2025
Tutoring Hours
Summer Session I
- Grant D. (ECON-100 - Macroeconomics)
- Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
- Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
- Sundays, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Summer Session II
- Silvia M. (ECON-200 - Microeconomics)
- Mondays, 12:00 - 5:00 pm
For additional information about the PASS Program and our services, please contact tutoring@american.edu.
Important Policies
Quick Links
WCOnline Tutorial
WCOnline tutorial for students.