Course Accommodations:
Formally requested each term via the ADS Student Portal to send accommodation letters to your instructors (e.g., extra time on tests, quiet testing environment).
Access and Disability Services Tutoring and Coaching
In addition to course accommodations, Access and Disability Services (ADS) offers optional, free academic support programs for students registered with ADS.
Important Note: ADS academic support services (tutoring and coaching) are optional, non-guaranteed resources separate from your official course accommodations. Because capacity is limited, we encourage you to sign up as early as possible each semester.
Understanding the Difference
Academic Support Services:
Optional programs (tutoring and coaching) that you sign up for each semester. These are subject to availability and scheduling.
Access and Disability Services Tutoring
ADS provides specialized drop-in tutoring in math and writing.
Note: ADS tutoring differs from the campus-wide Tutoring and Academic Support Center (TASC). TASC offers drop-in help for many subjects and is available to all MCC students. As an ADS student, you have access to both ADS tutoring and TASC services.
How to Access ADS Tutoring:
Drop-In Tutoring: View the Drop-In Tutoring Schedule (opens in new tab) to see current semester hours.
Access and Disability Services Academic Support Coaching
Academic Support Coaching offers structured, weekly one-on-one guidance to help you navigate college demands and manage daily academic responsibilities.
Coaches can assist you with:
- Time management
- Study and test-taking skills
- Navigating courses in Canvas
- Understanding classroom expectations
- Connecting with instructors
- Locating campus and MCC resources
How to Sign Up for Academic Support Coaching:
Once you're registered with ADS, you may sign up for Academic Support Coaching. You must submit a new coaching request each semester.
Complete the Coaching Interest Form (opens in new tab)
| Length of Course | Deadline to Request Academic Support Coaching |
|---|---|
| 16-weeks | Monday of week 10 |
| 12-weeks | Monday of week 7 |
| 8-weeks | Monday of week 5 |
| 4-weeks | Monday of week 2 |