Online Students: Take Advantage of These Resources

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Studying at the 91Թ gives you more than a degree. As a Ragin’ Cajun, you'll have the tools and support you need to succeed in your classes whether you're on campus or online. 

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Online Tutoring with Tutor.com

UL Lafayette students taking online or hybrid courses can access free, on-demand tutoring through tutor.com. You’ll find 24/7 support from qualified tutors in just about any subject.

From tutoring to career services, get the support you need this semester.

Access tutor.com through the dashboard for free use.

Writing Support

Online students are automatically enrolled in the “UL Writing Center OWL” course to access the University's Online Writing Lab. 

In the course, you'll find everything you need to strengthen your writing. You'll learn what to expect from University tutors as well as what to do with the feedback they provide. You can also review step-by-step instructions for submitting work and explore helpful grammar and writing guides to build your skills. 

Library Services

Online students have access to many of the same library services as their on-campus peers, including:

  • Reference and research assistance

  • Remote access to the library’s databases, journals, eBooks, and reference collections

  • Delivery of articles and books not available in full text online

  • Access to journal articles from other libraries through

For more information, check out the , which includes subject-specific guides by discipline. No matter your research needs or area of study, you’ll have the tools and resources to succeed.

Career Services

Once you’re ready to begin your job hunt, Career Services can help you prepare, apply and land the right position for you. Get help with your resume, career planning, or exploring opportunities with your major. 

Through Career Services, you can:

  • Email your resume to careerservices@louisiana.edu for a professional review, or use Resume Creator in Career Services Online

  • Search for jobs, create and upload a resume, register for career events, and sign up for mock interviews via Handshake

  • Get tips from graduates and employers through videos to improve your job search and position yourself for the job you want

Tech Support

Starting online courses is easier when your tech is ready. UL Lafayette provides clear tech requirements so you know what equipment and software you need before classes begin. 

Once enrolled, you’ll have 24/7 access to the IT Service Desk to resolve ULink or email access issues, ULink account and password assistance, Moodle support, and more. 


Learning online doesn't mean learning on your own. Explore our degree programs or give us a call at 337-482-5555. 

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