Providing free high-quality tutoring for public school students in Hawaiʻi

Grades 6-12 and UH-system undergraduate College students

Make An Appointment (Until October, Tutoring Will Only be Offered to Undergraduate Students) (Exclusively Writing Tutoring Until October)

” … [my tutor] gave me exactly the help and information I needed to feel more confident and write a strong research paper.”

“My tutor was very friendly and made sure that I understood what he was saying. I like how he used analogies to help me better understand.”

“[My tutor] explained everything very carefully in detail, and even gave extra examples to help me. He really took the time to make sure I understood the concept, and helped correct my work along the way.”

Subjects We Tutor

Math and Science

The OLA Math and Science tutors are University of Hawaii students, most majoring in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).

Mathematics (Up to at least Calculous I)
Biology (Up to at least College level)
Chemistry (Up to at least College level)
Physics (Up to at least College level)

Writing

The OLA Writing tutors are University of Hawaii students with excellent writing skills. Our tutors can help you with various topics, including but not limited to…

Homework
Citations
Research
Professional and Academic Development
Summary and Analysis

Live 1-on-1 tutoring

Students can schedule online appointments in 45-minute slots to work one-on-one with a tutor. However, students are not required to stay with the tutor for the entire time. We can focus on what you wish to work on or need help with most. We aim to help you as much as you need in your 45-minute slot.

How to Schedule an Appointment

Completely Free

The University of Hawaii funds the Online Learning Academy (OLA). It employs University of Hawaii students to provide math, science, and writing tutoring to Hawaii’s public school students (Grades 6-12) and UH-system undergraduate students. Our tutors are college students who enjoy helping students as a way to sharpen their skills and practice professionalism and customer service.

Tutoring Hours

Hours vary depending on the availability of our tutors. Typically, Sunday through Friday, 3 pm to 9 pm. Check available hours when scheduling your appointment above.

What is OLA?

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About Us:

OLA provides free one-on-one online tutoring for public middle school, high school, and UH-system undergraduate college students across the state of Hawaiʻi. OLA’s highly qualified college tutors offer online support in math (up to calculus), science (biology, chemistry, physics), and writing (English language arts, creative writing, resume, and personal statement writing).

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Our Mission:

The Online Learning Academy provides academic support for students to be successful in middle school, high school, and college. By offering free online content-specific tutoring, OLA aims to increase academic success and build aspirations for college- and career- bound students, particularly those in underserved populations.

Sessions of Math & Science Tutoring

Sessions of Writing Tutoring

Years Serving Hawaii's students

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University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
3131 Maile Way, AEI 108
Honolulu, Hawaii 96822
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(808) 956-3714

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ola@hawaii.edu