AT UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK (UMCP)
—A variety of courses in the Biological Sciences Program are offered during the Summer and Winter terms, including introductory courses, upper-level courses (UL Area), and various labs.
Class size is typically smaller than sections taught during the Spring and Fall semesters, and some courses are even offered online.
In some cases, completing different STEM requirements in the Biological Sciences major during the Summer or Winter sessions can accelerate students to an earlier graduation. For more information, students may discuss Summer/Winter coursework and eligible graduation date with their academic advisor.
Course offerings, scheduled times, and class modality vary by term and year.
Check the SOC
—to review the most up-to-date course offerings during Maryland’s Summer & Winter Sessions and attached syllabi.
SCHEDULE OF CLASSES (SOC):
Registering for Summer/Winter
CHECK Testudo’s Schedule of Classes (SOC) for current course offerings and descriptions
DISCUSS Summer / Winter Registration with your academic advisor for BSCI and how this may affect your grad plan or eligible graduation date
REVIEW the Tuition and Fees for UMD’s Summer and Winter Sessions via the Office of Extended Studies
CONSULT with a financial aid advisor in the Office of Student Financial Aid about financial options for the Summer or Winter sessions
—Students may take a maximum of 17 credits per fall or spring semester, 4 credits per winter semester, and 8 credits in a single summer session under the College of CMNS Maximum Credit Limit.
