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What's Your Summer Plan?

Make the most of your summer with courses designed to spark curiosity, build momentum, and fit your schedule.

Summer is the perfect time to move forward. With Arts & Sciences Summer Session, you can:

  • Enjoy the flexibility of online and on-campus study

  • Explore a wide range of subjects

  • Learn in small, interactive classes taught by dedicated WashU instructors

Important Dates

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February 2nd: Start Browsing Courses

For Summer 2026, we are excited to offer a robust selection of courses taught by dynamic WashU instructors. Courses are available online and in-person, with offerings in a wide variety of subjects.

Find the Summer Course for You

March 25th: Registration Begins

Students ready to enroll may complete our Enrollment Request Form. We will start reviewing submissions beginning April 1. Requests must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start date for the session in which the student is hoping to enroll.

Submit Your Enrollment Request

May 18th: Summer Session Begins

Starting on May 18th and ending on August 13th, there are four different sessions timed throughout the summer.

Identify a session that works for you.

Learn More About Summer Session

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Visiting Student Registration Details

Information on how to register for Summer Session as a visiting student.

Courses

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Taking summer courses allowed me to take accelerated courses that I wouldn’t have been able to take during the academic year.

― Paige WashU Class of 2025, Anthropology Major