Summer School Classes

Summer courses

Registering for Summer Classes

Summer is a great time to get ahead, catch up, or just lighten your courseload for spring and fall. Most classes are offered online, so you can learn from wherever you are!
You can  to see a list of available Summer classes. The schedule is typically available in early March for both Summer and Fall classes.
Most summer classes are 4.5-9 weeks long, so they move a lot faster than Fall and Spring. This means your daily time commitment will be significantly higher than Fall and Spring.
You can register for Summer classes at the same time you register for Fall classes. You'll use your Fall 2026 alt-pin.

Talk to your advisor! They can talk to you about your options answer questions such as:

  1. Should I focus on a difficult major class or take a couple liberal studies?
  2. How much of a time commitment do summer classes require each week?
  3. Can I balance a summer class(es) with my summer job and/or vacation plans?
  4. How will a summer class(es) affect my academic standing
It largely depends on when you're taking classes. The Registrar's Office maintains a Summer Enrollment page with information about courseloads and other important information.
No- the earliest you'll be able to register is Fall 2026.

Visiting Students

If you are are not a current Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµstudent but want to take summer classes at WCU, you will need to apply as a non-degree seeking student. You will not be able to register until you've been accepted by WCU. For more information about the application processes for non-degree seeking students, visit the Non-Degree Admissions page.

Examples of non-degree students include:

  • Transient students who plan to take classes at Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµand transfer them back to their home college/university.
    • Transient students are responsible for ensuring that Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµclasses transfer back to their home institution. Typically you'll work with your home institution's Registrar's Office to complete the transfer process.
  • Special non-degree students who plan to take a college class for personal, educational, or professional enrichment, but do not plan to complete a degree at WCU. Examples include:
    • Students completing pre-requisite classes before applying to a graduate/professional program.
    • Professionals who need to complete classes to maintain their licensure or credentials. If you already have an undergraduate degree and need to obtain your teacher certification, review the information on the Teacher Certification page before applying.
  • If you are a current high school student and want to get a head start on your college classes, you can apply as a dually enrolled student. Please note that if you plan to attend Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµfull-time this Fall, you are likely not eligible to start classes in Summer. Contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions to determine eligibility.

If you are planning to attend one of Educational Outreach's community programs (such as NatureU or youth summer camps), you do NOT apply to WCU. Visit their website or email them for information on registration for specific programs, including classes offered through our off-site partners (Highlands Biological Station, Adventure Trek, etc.).