The Vol Study Center offers one-on-one, group, and exam prep sessions for over 200 courses. Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) host study sessions primarily by appointment (in-person or via Zoom) but drop-ins are also welcome!
Years of data demonstrate that students who attend study sessions receive higher course grades, have higher GPAs, and are more likely to remain in college!
Our Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) are undergraduate students who have successfully taken the courses for which they offer assistance. All PLAs are extensively trained and can work with you on course content, exam preparation, time management, and strategies for success. If further resources are needed, PLAs can refer you to additional campus resources.
For over 200 courses, we offer one-on-one (or small group) weekly sessions where you meet with a PLA on the same day and time. Due to high demand, we are limiting the number of sessions that can be reserved for each course. Students may schedule 3 appointments per course at a time. If you are registered with Student Disability Services and would like the option to schedule additional appointments in advance, please contact your SDS Coordinator.
Our services are offered at no cost at three locations across campus and online. To make your appointment, search in MyUTK for the Vol Connect link. You can also request a weekly appointment through our “Appointment Request Form” button below. Once you submit the request, a staff member from the Vol Study Center will schedule an appointment and reach out with the details. If you have any questions, please contact the Vol Study Center at VolStudyCenter@utk.edu.
Prior to booking, please review our Vol Study Center Appointment Policy.
At the Vol Study Center, we are committed to providing our students with the most supportive environment to help them excel throughout their academic journey. To ensure all students have fair use of and access to our resources we have developed the following policies. Please see the overview of our policies below.
Appointment Limits
- Students are allowed a maximum of 2 appointments per week per class
- Students can schedule appointments for 3 consecutive weeks and renew after week 3
Cancellations
- Students must cancel at least 30 minutes before the session
- Cancellations within 30-minutes of the session will be counted as a no-show
No-Shows
- After 3 no-shows, students must meet with a VSC staff to regain scheduling privileges
Have any questions? Please email us at VolStudyCenter@utk.edu.
Fall 2025 Study Session Information
View details for fall support offered. You will see the dates, times, locations, and the Peer Learning Assistant assigned to that course.
Schedule your Own Study Session!
Scheduling is faster and easier through VolConnect. Follow the directions below on how to schedule your own study sessions.
Request a Study Session
If you would like to request a study session, please complete the request form below.