FAQs | Summer at KU

General questions

How do I enroll?: It’s easy. Just visit Enroll & Pay.
What if I’m a visiting undergraduate student from another university?: After being admitted to the university, you will be able to enroll online through Enroll & Pay starting in mid-May. For more information about enrollment, visit the Registrar.
What if I’m a former KU undergraduate student looking to pick up a course?: After being readmitted to the university, you can enroll through Enroll & Pay.
What if I’ll be a KU freshman in the fall, or I’m a transfer student in the fall?: If you were admitted to KU for summer 2017, you can enroll through Enroll & Pay. If you were admitted to KU for fall 2017, please update your admission term first.
What classes are offered at KU in Overland Park?: In the class search, click More Options and choose Edwards Campus under “Any KU Campus.” The Edwards Campus only offers junior/senior level courses (courses numbered 300 and above at KU).
When does the summer semester start?: June 4 for eight-week courses. There are some July-only courses, also.
What is the maximum number of credit hours I can take in the summer?: It varies by school and level.
What are the important deadline dates for the summer 2017 semester?: See the box at right, or view the Registrar's complete schedule.
What classes are offered online?: In the class search, click More Options and choose Online from the Online/Video drop down.

How do I apply for summer financial aid?: Submit the e-form found on the Summer Financial Aid page. You must have a FAFSA on file for the 2017-18 academic year. Once we have reviewed it, we will email you with a notification of your financial aid award.
What types of financial aid are available for the summer semester?: Federal financial aid in the summer can include Pell Grants, Subsidized and/or Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, Perkins Loans, PLUS (parent) Loans, Graduate PLUS Loans, and Federal Work-Study. Students can also apply for private loans through the KU Endowment Association and other private lenders.
How many hours should I enroll in to be eligible for summer financial aid?: In general, you must enroll in at least three hours through an official KU program. Some doctoral students working on a dissertation may take fewer hours and still be eligible. Also, you may be able to earn Federal Work-Study earnings even if not enrolled.
Can I receive financial aid to study abroad?: Yes. You must be participating in a program approved by the KU Office of Study Abroad. That office will notify us of the cost of your program, and we will offer you aid accordingly.