Materials for Tutors

Where to begin:

Click here to read a helpful overview of different types of tutees and how to deal with many of the logistics of tutoring. All tutors should also read the Code of Academic Integrity.

Specific Course Materials:

For an overview of core courses, see The Waiver Information Guide (Class of 2008)

Need Help? Have questions?

The Tutor@Wharton program is administered by the MBA Program Office. If you have any questions about the program, please email the tutor coordinators at tutor@wharton.upenn.edu or stop by JMHH 300.

What does it mean to be a tutor?

The time commitment is entirely up to you. Generally, effective tutoring takes a minimum of 4 hours per week, but we understand that may not always be possible. When a student approaches you for help, you can negotiate the time commitment (or even say no) and let them know dates and times at which you will be unavailable. The duration of the tutor relationship is up to you also, but often runs the length of the course.

How much you charge for your services is up to you (subject to what the market will bear). The MBA Program Office simply serves as a "broker," matching up those who would need help with those who are willing to tutor. Some tutors choose to volunteer. Others charged in the range of $20 to $30 per hour. There should not be a charge for the time taken to negotiate the terms of the tutor-tutee meetings.

How does the tutoring process work?

We have invited students who have excelled in core courses to tutor. If you have been invited and want to tutor, go to the MBA Program Office web site under the Where to Find Help link. There, you'll find a menu item labeled "Adjust your tutor profile." Log in using your Wharton username and password and activate your tutor status. Choose how many individuals or how many groups you are willing to tutor, then sit back and wait for a request for help. Students looking for help will go to the same location, but choose the button labeled "Find a tutor." After they enter what course they need help in, they will see a list of available tutors. They will then email you and the two of you can discuss timing, subject matter, and fees. You and the student you're working with choose a convenient location to meet.

Tutoring happens in apartments, cafes or bookstores near campus or Center City, or in classrooms on campus. Before the first meeting, the tutor normally reviews the course syllabus and basic subject matter (look under "Materials for Tutors" under the "Where to Find Help" link). Before subsequent meetings, tutors should review the chapter covered that week, look at old exams or plan practice problems. Once you meet your tutee, you'll have a better idea of what is necessary.

We appreciate your willingness to give back to the Wharton community and help make sure the Class of 2009 succeeds in their first year in the MBA program.