Finite Math can be a challenging course for many IU Bloomington students. There are several drop-in times, options, and formats available to help you learn the course material. With more than 70 hours of tutoring available each week, you are sure to find a tutor to help!
See below for details on what services are available and how to get started.
The Student Academic Center offers special weekly study sessions via its PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions) Program. PASS Leaders attend the finite (MATH- D116, D117, or M118) class with you so their information and knowledge is current and on pace with your instructor.
Fall 2026 PASS sessions for Finite
MATH-D116
Mondays, 3:10-4p in Ballantine 139
Tuesdays, 5:30-6:20p in Ballantine 141
Wednesdays, 3:10-4p in Ballantine 139
Thursdays, 5:30-6:20p in Ballantine 141
MATH-D117
Mondays, 4:20-5:10p in SPEA PV 270
Wednesdays, 4:20-5:10p in SPEA PV 270
MATH-M118
Mondays, 5:30-6:20p in Ballantine 203
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:20p in Ballantine 203
The Math Learning Center, part of the Department of Mathematics, offers weekly in-person tutoring sessions for MATH-M 118, MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117. These are Monday - Friday, noon to 6p.
There is evening tutoring in various residence hall locations for MATH-M118, MATH-D116, and MATH-D117 (Finite Math).
The Student Academic Center offers EDUC-X 101 Learning Strategies for Math, a 2 cr. hour, semester-long companion course for MATH-M 118 and MATH-D 116/117 that supplements your learning with focused academic coaching. The course is specially designed to help students excel in Finite Math.
If your course doesn't offer tutoring, consider contacting your instructor or the department for more tutoring options as well as office hours. For more general support with academics, you may be interested in these general academic support options below.
Meet with a peer academic coach to learn about study skills, how to be successful in your first few semesters, and how to use IU resources to thrive in your courses.
Learn moreEarn credit alongside your peers while working with trained instructors to develop academic skills and feel more comfortable on campus.
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