Summer 2023 FAQs

Q: Why should I take a summer course?
A: Taking a summer course allows you to get ahead with credits, catch up on credits, meet SEE general education or program requirements, and/or focus on and master a challenging subject. In some cases, you can get into popular or high-demand classes more easily. Summer session also allows you to concentrate on one or two courses at a time rather than a full load. You can continue to learn year-round and even save on tuition with lower per credit costs.

Q: When are the summer sessions?
A: Summer sessions begin May 15th, June 5th, and July 3rd.

Q: How much does it cost to take a summer course?
A: Course costs are now discounted to $450 per credit for students enrolled in Stevenson’s traditional undergraduate programs.

Q: Can I apply my financial aid?
A: Students who would like to be considered for financial aid for the summer should contact the Financial Aid office at financial-aid@stevenson.edu or 443-334-3200.

Q: Do I need a specific GPA to take summer courses?
A: During Summer 2023, all students are able to register for a summer course regardless of their GPA. Students may take one class per 8-week term. A student with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher may take a maximum of two classes per 8-week term. No student regardless of GPA will be allowed to take 3 courses in one summer term.

Q: Will classes be held in-person or online?
A: Please be sure to check the location of your summer courses prior to registering for summer 2023. Some courses will be in-person on the Owings Mills North Campus. Some courses will be offered online in either a synchronous or asynchronous format. Please check course location information for details.

Q: What is the difference between synchronous and asynchronous classes?
A: Synchronous classes meet on specific days and at designated times. Faculty teach and interact with students in ‘real time’ via BlueJeans sessions. Asynchronous classes do not meet at a specific time. Instruction and course content is prepared and presented by the instructor and then accessed by the students on their own schedule.

Q: How can I tell on the schedule the difference between synchronous and asynchronous classes?
A: When viewing classes in Student Planning, courses that list a meeting day and time are synchronous. Meanwhile, asynchronous courses will not list a specific course meeting day/time. For a quick glance of all courses, you can also check the attached list and view “meeting information” and/or check for synchronous or asynchronous in the comment section.

Q: When do I sign up for a summer class?
A: Open registration for Summer 2023 classes will run from March 6th through March 31st. Afterwards, students will need to be approved by their Success Coach/Academic Advisor for summer course registration.

Q: Is housing available during summer?
A: Students have the opportunity to stay in residence halls for a discounted rate. In order to be approved to live on campus over the summer you must: 1) Enroll in two 3-credit Summer Term courses with one course being in-person or 2) Work an on-campus job (minimum 25 hours, maximum 29 hours per week) with supervisor verification or 3) Have documented extenuating circumstance. All students will reside in apartment-style accommodations, as there are no meal services available on campus in the summer. If you need more information or have questions about whether you qualify for summer housing, please contact ResLifeReception@stevenson.edu.