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Welcome to Lamar University's Center for Academic Success. We invite you to explore our website and learn more about Tutoring, Supplemental Instruction, Academic Coaching, and our transition programs. We work every day to help students succeed at Lamar University.
Contact Us
If you need more information, feel free to contact us at (409) 880-7201 or stop by our office at Communication Building, Suite 109 or view our FAQs.
CAS Tutoring
Fall 2026 Hours of Operations
| Sunday | 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Monday | 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Other Tutoring Resources
The Writing Center aims to improve your composing skills so that you can approach any writing assignment in a progressively more skilled and confident manner.
Through our drop-in, course-based tutoring model, we foster a learning environment that creates independent, lifelong learners of mathematics.
Knack is a free online tutoring platform that connects you with students from Lamar University who’ve already aced specific engineering/math classes.
Brainfuse offers live, on-demand tutoring and assignment help in a variety of subjects. Tutors meet students where they're at in order to effectively help all skill levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I know if there's an SI session for my class?
At this time, Supplemental Instruction (SI) sessions are offered for BIOL 1406 (General Biology I), BIOL 1407 (General Biology II), Anatomy & Physiology I (BIOL 2401), Anatomy & Physiology II (BIOL 2402), and Basic Pathophysiology (NURS 2373). Your instructor should announce the SI session information for your course.
- Can I go to SI for a section I'm not in?
Yes, if you are enrolled in any section of the course, you may attend the most convenient SI session for you. See our SI page for more information about the SI session dates and times.
- What do I do if there's no tutor for my course?
If you are enrolled in an undergraduate course, but no tutor is available, do not give up! We recruit new tutors based on student demand. If we receive 5 or more tutoring requests for a course, we will recruit more tutors. You may also be able to access the tutoring you need through Brain Fuse.
- What do I do if my course isn't listed on the website or the Tutor Request Form?
If the course is an undergraduate course, do not give up! Include the course name in the additional information section of the request form. We recruit new tutors based on student demand. If we receive 5 or more tutoring requests for a course, we will recruit more tutors. You may also be able to access the tutoring you need through Brain Fuse.
- How often can I meet with a tutor?
Students may have two appointments per week per course. Students enrolled in courses supported by labs (such as Business, ASL, Chemistry, or Physics courses), may make unlimited visits per week.
- What is a FYS 101 meet up like, and why is it on my class schedule?
FYS 101 is a weekly, one hour seminar designed to help you transition into life as a first time college student at Lamar University. Each session focuses on practical skills and academic resources you will rely on throughout your first year. You will learn how to navigate Blackboard, what to expect during academic advising, how to request tutoring, and where to find important campus resources. Students who attend all eight seminars are more likely to successfully complete their first semester and feel prepared heading into their second semester.
- How do I request to meet one on one with my Student Success Mentor?
Your Student Success Mentor (SSM) will contact you at your Lamar University email address before your first semester begins. They will explain how they will communicate with you throughout the semester, share their Lamar email address with you, and give you access to your section's group chat. Once you have this information, you can message your SSM directly to request an individual meeting whenever you need support.
- I took college courses in high school. Do I still need to attend the FYS 101 seminars?
Yes. Even if you completed dual credit courses or attended an early college high school, attending FYS 101 is still important. FYS 101 helps you transition to Lamar University. In FYS 101 you will learn skills and habits necessary to adjust to the academic rigor, campus systems,and responsibilities you now manage on your own as a young adult.
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