Tutoring Resources
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: PROGRAM UPDATE: WE ARE LIVE!
About the Program
Prior to Fall 2025, lower-level tutoring was provided free of charge through I4C (now the Computing Catalyst). The Computing Catalyst officially ended its tutoring program at the close of Spring 2025. In response, the Computer Science Department recognized the importance of sustaining academic support for students across all course levels. The goal of the new program is to establish a sustainable, department-managed tutoring system that supports student success while also keeping tutors motivated and engaged. This program provides consistent academic support across both lower- and upper-level Computer Science courses, creating a reliable and structured resource that benefits students and tutors alike.
Schedule Tutoring
To ensure student success in all of our Computer Science courses, we offer 1:1 tutoring for both lower-level required courses (CMSC131, CMSC132, CMSC216, CMSC250, CMSC330, and CMSC351) as well as selected upper-level CS courses. Below, you will find the list of upper-level tutoring options available for Fall 2025.
Our tutors are here to support you in preparing for exams, working through homework assignments, and making progress on projects. While they will not complete assignments, write code, or do the work on your behalf, they will provide guidance that helps you grow as an independent learner. Tutors encourage critical thinking, assist you in identifying areas where you may be struggling, and help you develop strategies to find your own solutions. The goal is to empower you with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in your Computer Science courses.
Meet Our Tutors
Vedant Agrawal is an MS student in Computer Science with a strong passion for mathematics. His research focuses on Generative AI detection and watermarking, as well as 3D Gaussian Splatting. Outside of academics, he enjoys playing basketball, watching Bollywood movies, and dancing.
Trisha Anand is a senior majoring in Computer Science and Mathematics at UMD. On campus, she helps organize Bitcamp, was part of the ACES LLP, and previously served as a CMSC132 teaching assistant. In her free time, she enjoys illustration, comedy, and fitness, and is passionate about helping students succeed and supporting women and underrepresented students in technology.
Catherine Li is a junior double-majoring in Computer Science and Mathematics. Outside of academics, she enjoys reading, painting, baking, and listening to music. After graduation, she plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Statistics.
Ishaan is a senior majoring in computer science with a minor in statistics. On campus, he's a brother of Phi Gamma Delta and a facilitator for Terrapin Leadership Institute through Maryland LEAD. Outside of school, he enjoys running around Lake Artemisia, trying new recipes, and listening to music.
I’m Rivan Parikh, a junior Computer Science major with a minor in Business Analytics at the University of Maryland. I’m actively involved in several campus organizations, including Hack4Impact-UMD, the App Development Club, Hinman CEOs, and Intramural Sports.
Candace Sun is a senior majoring in Computer Science, with a minor in General Business. On campus, she is involved as the president of the Google Developer Student Club, a Department of Psychology TA, and a member of Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK). In her free time, Candace enjoys photography, music, and cooking.
PROFESSORS & TA OFFICE HOURS
In addition to tutoring services, we strongly encourage students to attend professor and teaching assistant (TA) office hours as an important resource. Office hours provide a valuable opportunity to ask questions, review class materials, and gain clarity on course concepts directly from your instructors and TAs. Taking advantage of both tutoring and office hours will help you maximize your academic success. Be sure to check your course syllabus for the specific office hours schedule.
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If you are interested in becoming a CMSC tutor, please reach out to cs-tutoring [at] umd [dot] edu.