Summer Sessions Information

Taking courses in the summer has many benefits. Students can get ahead and even graduate early. Summer also allows students to catch up if they may have gotten behind in their coursework. Summer classes take less time to complete than fall or spring classes and are easy to enroll in for current students. Parking in the summer is more convenient too. Enroll in summer classes today and spend your summer on the Hill.

Calendar

Summer classes are held in 10-week, eight-week and five-week sessions. Students can also take classes between semesters during an intersession. View the full academic calendar for more information.

2024 Summer Semester Schedule

*The summer 10-week, eight-week and first five-week sessions begin on May 28. The second summer five-week session begins on July 1.

Intersessions

Students can take classes between semesters during an intersession. Intersessions are offered before the beginning of the summer, fall and spring semesters.  Each intersession lasts for 10 days, and the coursework is concentrated and intensive. Registration for an intersession is open to all students except new freshman. The May intersession will be held May 13-24, 2024, and students can register for the May intersession at the same time they register for summer courses. The August intersession will be held August 5-16, 2024, and students can register for the August intersession at the same time they register for fall courses.  View more information on intersessions and how to register during the summer.

Schedule of Classes

To browse a list of classes available during the summer, visit the schedule of classes. Summer registration for current students will open on April 1.

How to Register

The university provides many tools and resources to help you enroll. You can prepare for registration by reviewing the registration checklist. Before registering for classes, you should consult with your advisor and make sure you have taken all required prerequisite courses or enroll in required corequisite courses. Review the following registration instructions for more information.

Registration is as easy as 1,2,3….

1. Review the registration checklist and develop a proposed schedule with the schedule planner.
2. Meet with your advisor and adjust your schedule as needed.
3. Log in to UAConnect and follow the prompts to complete registration.

After you have registered, you can get a copy of your schedule and pay fees through UAConnect.

Financial Aid

Financial aid may be available for summer tuition. Since the financial aid year begins in the fall and ends the following summer semester, no additional paperwork is needed to apply for summer financial aid if a student applied during the preceding academic year. Students can contact their financial aid counselor for additional information on summer financial aid including eligibility requirements and guidelines. Students can also contact the Financial Aid Office at (479) 575-3806 or email finaid@uark.edu and include their name and student ID number with their message.

Scholarships

Scholarships may be available for current University of Arkansas students. Each scholarship has different guidelines on whether it can be used for summer tuition. The Academic Scholarship Office has many resources to help current students search and apply for scholarships that may be available to them. For more information regarding scholarships, review these FAQs or contact scholars@uark.edu.

Online Classes

The University of Arkansas offers online classes during the summer semester.  Voted as one of the Best Online Programs in 2023 by U.S. News and World Report, the U of A’s online courses allow students who can’t commute to campus each day to take classes and further their education. Online courses are available to current students as well as non-degree seeking students who wish to transfer course credits to another institution. Current students should discuss enrolling in an online course with their advisor if they also attend classes on campus. View the summer schedule of online classes and learn more about taking online courses at the university.

Visiting Students

Not a current U of A student? The University of Arkansas offers summer courses to students who attend other colleges or universities and wish to earn and transfer credits back to their home institution. Learn more on how you can take summer courses even if you aren’t a current student at the U of A.

Military Tuition Assistance

Each branch of the military has its own criteria and eligibility requirements for tuition assistance. Veterans can view their military service website for guidance – Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps and Navy. For more information, students or prospective students who have served in the military can contact the Veteran and Military-Affiliated Student Center at 479-575-8742 or vmsc@uark.edu.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions to help you find out everything you need to know about summer classes and staying on campus.