Summer Extra Credit for New Transfer Students
Get extra credit this summer! Enroll at least half time this summer and we will award you $500.
We’re excited to offer this program to our new incoming transfer students to help you earn your degree on your timeline. Earn credits and save money this summer with the Summer Extra Credit Program.
Process
Meet with your academic advisor to select an appropriate course based on your academic program.
Enroll in 6 credits during the summer sessions.
Must not be on Satisfactory Academic Progress Suspension/Denial.
No application is required to obtain the award.
For additional details or questions, please connect with a Financial Aid Advisor.
Frequently asked questions
Is this award available to new incoming first year students, graduate students, guest students, dual-enrolled students, or non-degree-seeking students?
No. Students must be a continuing or new transfer degree-seeking undergraduate student to be eligible.
I am a new transfer undergraduate in a CMU Online program. Am I eligible?
Yes, as long as you are a new transfer student enrolled in at least 6 credits over the summer sessions.
I am a new international undergraduate transfer student. Am I eligible?
Yes, as long as you are enrolled in at least 6 CMU credit hours over the summer sessions.
Are students using a CMU Employee or other tuition benefit eligible (e.g., employer reimbursement, military agreements, etc.)?
It depends.
- The CMU employee or other tuition benefit must be used first.
- The Summer Extra Credit can be stacked to cover tuition costs not already covered by your CMU employee or other tuition benefit, not to exceed tuition charges.
- The Summer Extra Credit will not cover other fees, like the Student Services Fee, special class fees, or other non-tuition charges, like housing and bookstore charges.
Can I register for courses now?
You must be admitted and meet with an academic advisor to plan and register for summer courses.
Can I change my mind and enroll in summer courses later?
Yes. CMU has courses that start at various times throughout the summer. The final group of classes begin June 24, 2024.
What if I drop a course and fall below 6 credits?
If you drop a course and your enrollment falls below the required minimum of 6 credits, then the full award will be removed from your student account.
What happens if my summer 2025 class is cancelled?
If CMU cancels a course, reach out to your academic advisor to explore alternative options based on your academic program. If no replacement is found and your enrollment drops below 6 credits, the award will be removed from the student account and payments received (if applicable) will be refunded to the student.
What happens if I take summer courses but do not enroll this fall?
There is no requirement to attend CMU in the fall semester.
How much money can I save?
You will save $500, and if you are Pell eligible, you may be able to save even more.
Will my 2025-2026 scholarships apply to summer tuition?
No. Financial aid offers for the 2025-2026 academic year are available starting in the fall of 2025.
Can I use financial aid if I start in the summer?
Maybe, but you must file the 2023-2024 FAFSA by June 30 to be considered for summer federal aid. If you are interested, please speak to a financial aid advisor.
When will summer financial aid disbursements begin?
The first summer aid disbursement is expected on May 16. However, if your classes do not start until June 30, your aid will not disburse until about 10 days before your classes start.
If I enroll, is my tuition due now or in the fall?
- Tuition for courses enrolled by May 2 will be due by June 1 before 5:00 pm.
- Tuition for courses enrolled between May 3 and June 1 will be due by July 1 before 5:00 pm.
- Tuition for courses enrolled after June 1 will be due by August 1 before 5:00 pm.
If I take a summer class at CMU before I start in the fall, will it reduce the number of credits I need to take during the regular academic year for my scholarship?
No. Merit scholarship renewal requirements begin in the fall semester.
Will this award reduce my eligibility for other resources during the school year, like federal work-study?
Financial aid eligibility for the summer 2024 session is separate from the 2024-2025 fall/spring financial aid. However, the award may affect your eligibility for summer 2025 federal work-study.
Find more information on our Cost of Attendance page.