Frequently Asked Questions
Who can register for Summer Session?
Summer Session courses are open to continuing and new students, students
returning to Western after some time away, visiting and international
students, high school students and community members.
Do I need to be formally admitted to
Western to attend Summer Session?
No. If you are not a currently-registered student, simply review the
Registration Checklist and complete the
Summer Registration Application to be given access to registration. If you plan to
continue taking courses after summer quarter, contact Western’s
Office of Admissions
or
Graduate School
for application information.
How long is Summer Session?
Western’s 6-week session runs June 22-July 30; the 9-week session runs June
22-August 20. In addition, there are other courses with varying start and
end dates throughout the quarter. Academic year quarters cover 11 weeks, so
shortened versions of courses during summer quarter mean that many of them
are offered in a concentrated form.
Is there a final exam week during
summer?
No. Exams are scheduled at the instructor’s discretion.
Is there a limit to the number of
credits I can take during summer quarter?
You are advised to take a lighter credit load during summer due to the
concentrated nature of study. The maximum credit load is 18. Special
permission from the Registrar is required to take additional credits.
Where do I pay my tuition and fees?
There are
multiple payment methods.
How and when can I register?
Continuing students register May 4-7, electronically by appointment, on
Web4U. Visiting students begin registration upon completion of the
application process but not before May 10. After June 25, registration can
only be completed in person by submitting a
Summer Registration Application at the Registrars Office (Old Main 230). See
Registration Information
for details.
Is financial aid available?
Financial aid may be available to students formally admitted to Western
in a degree or certificate program. There is limited financial aid funding
available for summer quarter. Contact the Financial Aid Department at (360)
650-3470 or visit www.finaid.wwu.edu
for more information.
How much does Summer Session cost (subject to change 2010)?
Tuition for Summer Session is $143 per credit for undergraduate courses and
$202 per credit for graduate courses. Mandatory fees include $10.82 per
credit Services and Activities (S&A) fee and $.70 per credit Renewable
Energy fee (maximum 10 credits or $7.00). Students pay a $60 enrollment fee
and non-residents pay an additional $10 per credit. Students enrolled in six
or more credits pay $237 mandatory fees (health services, building,
recreation, transportation and technology fees). Special course fees may
also apply and are listed in the online.
Timetable or Classfinder.
When are tuition and fees due?
Tuition and fees are due the first day of the quarter. A $40 late payment
fee is applied for charges not paid by the 3rd Friday of the
quarter, July 9 and every 3rd Friday of the month thereafter. A
one percent interest charge will be assessed monthly on all past due
accounts.
Can I stay in campus housing during
Summer Session?
Both residence hall rooms and apartments are available during the summer.
Call (360) 650-2950 or visit
www.housing.wwu.edu
for further information.
When will my summer grades and/or degree be on my official transcript?
Transcripts with summer grades are available the Thursday following summer
commencement. Transcripts showing your degree are available shortly after
that date.
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