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.
Why might students take a Summer or Winter course?
to repeat a course that was not passed the first time
to complete LEP-Benchmark Requirements on time
to accelerate to an earlier graduation (when attempting select STEM requirements)
to remain on track for graduation whenever behind in the program
to make progress while at part-time status, enrolled in less than 12 credits during the Fall or Spring
to incorporate non-major labs required for some health professions such as BSCI201, 202, or 223
to maintain a balanced course load in the Fall and Spring semesters (prevent a STEM overload)
to complete a study abroad experience
For more information, students may discuss Summer or Winter coursework and eligible graduation date with their academic advisor for Biological Sciences. Course offerings, times, and modality vary by term and year. There is not a mandatory advising block for the Summer or Winter sessions.
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 the Schedule of Classes (SOC) for current course offerings and descriptions
DISCUSS Summer or Winter registration with your academic advisor for Biological Sciences and how this may affect your grad plan or eligible graduation date
REVIEW the tuition and fees for the Summer or Winter session
CONSULT with a financial aid advisor in the Office of Student Financial Aid about financial options for the Summer or Winter session
CHECK for any outstanding registration blocks. (There is not a mandatory advising block for the Summer or Winter sessions.)
REGISTER for a Summer or Winter session on Testudo
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.
