Earn College Credits This Summer—In Just Six Weeks
Stay on track for graduation, lighten your fall course load, or explore a new subject while continuing with your summer plans.
The UMass Amherst Summer Session offers hundreds of accelerated courses taught by UMass faculty, available fully online and in person. Most courses can be completed in just six weeks, making it easier to make meaningful academic progress over the summer.
No application required—simply enroll and start learning.
Two 6-Week Summer Sessions
- Session 1: May 18 to June 30
- Session 2: July 6 to August 14
Why Take Summer Courses?
- Earn Credits Quickly—Complete a course in as little as six weeks.
- Stay on Track—Catch up on Gen Eds or required courses.
- Get Into High-Demand Classes—Take courses that often fill up quickly during the fall and spring semesters.
- Flexible Options—Study fully online or in person while continuing your summer plans.
- No Barriers to Entry—You don’t need to be a UMass Amherst student to enroll and credits are easily transferable.
Simple, Flat Tuition
Summer Session tuition starts at $450 per credit, making it easier to earn credits without the cost of a full semester course load.
Current UMass Amherst student? Register here.
Registration opens March 16, 2026. Request info today and stay updated on the Summer Session at UMass Amherst!
