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Learning Center Services
The Learning Centers are composed of Writing and Math Labs as well as the Science Corps and a variety of content specific subject tutors. These services are available at all campuses; however, hours and services vary at each location. Mercy College undergraduate and graduate students have access to all Learning Centers regardless of home campus. These services are offered throughout the semester for many Mercy courses.
Our highly trained and courteous staff of faculty and peer tutors is here to provide you with the academic support you need to achieve academic excellence.
Students have the option of making appointments in person or by phone as well as stopping in during scheduled drop-in periods.
In addition, students are welcome to use the computers for writing and research purposes or they can sit at one of the tables to study or complete course assignments.
Writing Labs
The Writing Lab at Mercy College offer students at every academic level and from every discipline an opportunity to improve:
- Communication skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening); and
- Critical thinking skills.
Staffed by highly experienced faculty, the Centers provide a friendly learning environment where the needs of individual students are the primary concern.
This is the place for help with:
- All writing assignments
- Grammar
- ESL assistance
- Developing and giving presentations
- Reading Comprehension
Math Labs
The Math Labs are staffed by both peer and faculty tutors. Assistance is provided in the many levels of math and statistics courses offered at the college.
 This is the place for help with:
- Computational skills
- Quantitative reasoning
- Math anxiety
- Programming algorithms
- Math related projects
- Calculator skills
Science Corps
The Dobbs Ferry Campus boasts the Science Corps, made up of a team of peer tutors recommended by the natural and health science faculty. The Science Corps is staffed entirely by student tutors in conjunction with the Dobbs Ferry Math Lab. Science Corps Tutors are available to provide academic support in a variety of biology and chemistry courses. Group tutoring and small group study are commonly used learning modalities.
Content Specific Tutoring
Students can request content specific tutoring by e-mailing tutoring@mercy.edu or calling 914-674-7402. Students may also submit requests using the tutor request form available in the Resources section below.
Group Tutoring
Group Tutoring is arranged when multiple students' requests dictate the need for group study. At that point a tutor is assigned to facilitate the group and arrange regularly scheduled sessions.
Individual Tutoring
Students are paired with a tutor for one-on-one assistance for writing, speech and other content courses, as well as math, depending upon the level of the course.
Online Tutoring
 Mercy College AskOnline is an Internet-based tutoring platform staffed entirely by Mercy adjunct and peer tutors. The electronic system will enable registered students with Mercy College e-mail addresses (e.g., jdoe@connect.mercy.edu) to submit questions related to many academic subjects. Students should be aware that they may post questions anytime, but that tutors may take 24 - 48 hours to respond. Apart from providing students with online access to tutors, the platform will provide students and faculty with the opportunity to share knowledge across all five campuses, even when they are unable to travel to learning centers. To register, please click here or the Mercy College AskOnline logo.
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Locations and Schedules
The Learning Centers' Central Administrative office is located at the Dobbs Ferry Campus' Main Hall in Room 115.
Bronx Learning Center
Room 2150
718-678-8906 |
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Dobbs Ferry Learning Center
Main Hall, Room 115
914-674-7402 |
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Manhattan Learning Center
7th Floor
212-615-3361 |
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White Plains Learning Center
Room 208
914-948-3666Ext. 3323 |
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Yorktown Heights Learning Center
Room 213A
914-245-6100 Ext. 2227 |
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Click here to access the complete Learning Center schedule.
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 Contact Us
David McElrath
Director for Learning Centers
914-674-7407
dmcelrath@mercy.edu
Carolyn Tragni
Dean, Academic Support Services
914-674-7582
ctragni@mercy.edu
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I come to the Learning Center?
If you are earning C's and you want B's, B's and you want A's...etc.
If you want to improve your study and/or learning skills and are not sure how to do it on your own.
If you are getting feedback in the form of low grades on tests, quizzes or assignments.
If you have an uncertain feeling that things are not making sense to you.
If you feel overwhelmed by the amount of work
Do I need an appointment to come to the Learning Center?
The Learning Center provides a combination of drop-in and by appointment tutoring schedules depending on the subject and the campus. Call the Learning Center closest to you to find out their scheduling policies. If you want to make an appointment please schedule one in advance so that you can receive help at a time which best fits your schedule. If you choose to drop in you will receive help on a first come first serve basis
Are there tutors in every subject?
We provide a wide range of tutoring to support a broad spectrum of courses, but many of the higher level courses may require more time to locate. Sometimes it is not possible to locate a suitable tutor for upper level courses.
How long will it take to find a subject tutor for me?
It takes between 3-10 business days depending on the availability of a tutor. It is not always possible to find a qualified tutor in the area requested, but we make every effort to accommodate.
How do I request tutoring?
Walk into any of the Learning Centers and fill out a tutor request form
E-mail tutor requests to tutoring@mercy.edu
Call 914-674-7402 and request tutoring by phone
Go to the Learning Center Student Resources section below and complete the tutor request form.
How much does tutoring cost?
Tutoring is free of charge to all Mercy students.
Do I need to prepare for a tutoring session?
You will get the most out of a tutoring session if you come prepared. Coming prepared means attempting assignments and coming with questions for your tutor.
Please come to all tutoring sessions with an assignment you have already started and clear directions (preferably written instructions) from your instructor about the requirements of your class assignment.
How long is a tutoring session?
Ordinarily, each tutoring session is 45 minutes long, but if there are an unusual number of students needing to see the same person a tutoring session may need to end a little sooner, however it might also be possible to have a longer appointment if no one else needs tutoring at that particular time.
What should I do if I need to miss or if I am late to a tutoring session?
If you cannot keep an appointment, please call to cancel as soon as possible so that the tutoring staff can accommodate other students who might need help. The tutor will not be able to wait if you are late.
Can I become a tutor?
Yes. Please go to the Learning Center Student Resources section below to print out a tutor application or visit your nearest learning center to pick up an application. Be aware that students interested in tutoring need to provide two instructor references in support of their application. Students should also have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and a grade of A for the course/s for which they would like to tutor.
Are tutors evaluated?
A tutor evaluation form is available on the Learning Center Resources section. Feedback forms are also available at each of the Learning Centers or by request. To request a feedback form call 914-674-7402.
Is the Learning Center the only place on campus to get help with a class?
No! Your instructor is the primary source of information and help for a class. Use instructor office hours to speak one on one to your instructor. Also, check with the department through which the class is offered.
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Resources
For students
Tutor Request Form
Tutor Application
Evaluate a Tutor Form
Instructions on how to use Mercy AskOnline
For tutors
Tutor Log Form
For faculty/staff
Refer a Student for Tutoring Form
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