Some of the students supported by our center have been given a second chance to pass their classes through the 096-TF program. If you are in this category, please read the following information intended to answer your questions.

Why was I given an 096-TF?
During final folder review with your instructor, the Writing Program decided that your work was not yet at the passing level but that you were close enough to grant you a grade of TF. Because we think you may need the assistance of a tutor to complete the revisions necessary to pass your course, we have enrolled you in a course called 096 designed for this purpose.

What does this mean?
This means that your work for the course is close to passing but is not yet at the passing level. Rather than requiring you to immediately retake the course, the Writing Program is giving you the opportunity to meet with a tutor at one of the Writing Centers to work on revision strategies for several papers (in 101 and below) or for your final research paper (in 201 and above).

So will I get a passing grade just for revising my papers?
No! Your revised work must earn a passing grade in order for you to pass the course. If your revised work does not earn a passing grade, you will need to retake the course for which you earned the TF. You are being given an opportunity to pass the course, not a guarantee that you will pass.

What do I need to do to get started?

• You should go to one of the Writing Centers to enroll for 096-TF tutoring as soon as possible. Be sure to tell the desk staff at the Writing Center that you need 096-TF tutoring, not regular tutoring.
• If you do not revise your paper(s) with an 096-TF tutor, then the temporary grade of TF will automatically change to a permanent failing grade for the course.

Where are the Writing Centers?
The Writing Centers where you can enroll for 096-TF tutoring are:

• Plangere Writing Center, Murray Hall 304, College Avenue Campus, (732) 932-1149
• Livingston Writing Center, Lucy Stone Hall B104A, Livingston Campus, (732) 445-4048
• Douglass/Cook Writing Center, 135 George Street, Room 101, Douglass Campus, (732) 932-8856

What if I have more questions?
If you have questions about 096-TF tutoring, please contact one of the Writing Center Coordinators or staff at the phone numbers listed above.

Related Information:

For Instructors:
096-TF information sheet (to be handed in with final roster): Word PDF
Letter explaining the 096-TF grade (for your students): PDF

For Tutors:
096-TF Job Description: PDF