Homework Help

At Howard County Library System, we offer a variety of ways in-person or online to help you with homework, test prep, and more.

Research tools

Get live homework help, prepare for a test, and generate ideas for research projects.

Get help with live tutors seven days a week from 2 to 11:55 pm via Brainfuse
Research a project with Gale in Context Elementary, Middle, or High school
Learn or study a foreign language using Mango or Little Pim (ages 0-6)
Practice tests and tutorials, including SAT and ACT, through Learning Express Library and Petersons Career and Test Prep
And so much more! View all online resources here.

Use free tools to take your projects to the next level.

Group Study Rooms: Reserve a place to work together or complete group projects.
Makerspace: Boost your projects easily using our soundbooth, 3D printers, Glowforge laser cutter engravers, large format printer, and more.
Make use of computers, software, and printing at your local library branch.

Collaborate and learn with your friends.

Teen Time: Work on homework, hear from local professionals, and more in a fun, welcoming, after-school environment at the East Columbia Branch.
STEAM classes: take hands-on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) classes like computer programming, 3D animation, nanotechnology, music/video production, e-books, game apps, cybersecurity, green energy, and robotics.
History Day: get help with your projects from our instructors

All HCPSS students can borrow items with their A+ student account. Find your barcode and pin at hcpss.me or get a library card to access:

Live tutoring: One-on-one tutoring via chat in math, science, Spanish, and more. Available seven days a week, 2 – 11:55 pm, in English and Spanish
Writing Lab: Feedback in 24 hours on writing assignments by writing tutors.
Additional student supports:
- Study guides by subject, including a Language Lab.
- Practice tests for the PSAT, SAT, ACT, TOEFL, ASVAB, GED, and many AP exams.
- College application and financial aid resources. Go to Skill Surfer, then College Now
- And more, including a career quiz named eParachute and help with FAFSA forms.

Brought to you in partnership with the Howard County Public School System and Friends & Foundation of HCLS.