Should I choose a university with peer tutoring or mentoring programs?
It is worth giving peer tutoring or mentoring programs positive consideration, but they should not be the sole basis for choosing a university. They may help with understanding coursework, adapting to course registration and student life, and finding someone to consult. However, the target students, accessibility, activities, training, and scope of support can differ by university, faculty, and academic year. Consider whether the support matches your needs, check official information or attend an information session, and compare it with factors such as the curriculum and commuting environment.
Key points
- Check whether the program supports coursework, course registration, student life, or some combination of these.
- Look into eligibility, how to seek help, mentor training, and the scope of assistance.
- Judge the program alongside the curriculum, commuting environment, and other priorities rather than by its existence alone.
Things to check
- Even when a program exists, its availability and students’ experiences can vary by faculty, academic year, and individual circumstances.