Summer Scholars
Spend Your Summer at Florida Southern
As you make summer plans, why not join us on campus at FSC as a Summer Scholar?
Summer is your chance to experience new things and find new passions. Florida Southern’s summer options allow you to:
Live on Campus
Fast Track Graduation
Lighten Your Fall Load
Live on Campus
Stay on campus during the summer and enjoy a relaxed, sunny campus lifestyle! You’ll have easy access to the library and other campus services and amenities.
Session Dates & Costs
FSC’s Summer Scholars program provides the perfect blend of convenience and affordability; bundled housing and course options offer a seamless path toward achieving your goals. Take multiple classes and save even more time and money!
Bundle One (Four Credit Hours with Housing) | |
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Summer A (May 8 - June 20) | $3,300 |
Summer B (June 23 - August 2) | $3,300 |
Summer C (May 8 - August 2) | $4,800 |
Bundle Two (Eight Credit Hours with Housing) | |
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Summer A (May 8 - June 20) | $5,600 |
Summer B (June 23 - August 2) | $5,600 |
Summer C (May 8 - August 2) | $7,100 |
Twelve (12) credit hours and housing for the full summer is $8,900.
Dates above represent dates when classes are in session. See the Housing FAQ for important summer housing dates and information.
Undergraduate Summer Tuition Rate | |
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Per Credit Hour | $575 |
Housing Only | |
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Housing for Full Summer (May 8 - August 2)* | $2,000 |
Summer A Housing (May 10 - June 21)* | $1,000 |
Summer B Housing (June 22 - August 2) | $1,000 |
Break Housing Add-On (August 2 - August 23)+ | $500 |
* Bridge Housing (May 1 – May 9) is included only for students who enroll in Summer A, Summer C, or opt to live on campus for the full summer. Bridge Housing runs from when residential communities close to when summer scholars move into their assigned summer assignment.
+ Break Housing Add-On (August 2 – August 23) is available only for students who lived on campus on August 2nd. Summer scholars with this add-on will move into their fall housing assignment on August 8th.
Local Summer Opportunities
Reach out to the Office of Career Services for information about local companies that may provide their summer interns with a housing benefit.
Career Services
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FAQs
Registration
How many classes can I take during the summer?
Students can enroll in up to 18 total hours of coursework between Undergraduate Summer A, Undergraduate Summer B, and Undergraduate Summer C. No more than two courses may be taken in any session.
Must I live on campus to participate in summer classes?
No. Summer course options include online classes that allow you to participate from anywhere. However, Florida Southern does offer bundled pricing making on-campus housing more affordable.
How will taking a summer course impact my academic progress for next year? Who should I talk with if I have questions?
Be sure to contact your academic advisor with specific questions concerning how taking courses during the summer will impact degree completion.
I am a current FSC student and want to enroll in summer courses, how do I enroll?
Students can register via the FSC Portal.
I am not an FSC student, but I would like to enroll in a class at FSC and transfer it back to my home institution. How do I enroll?
If you are a degree-seeking student at another institution and would like to take summer courses at FSC to transfer back to your home institution (you are considered a transient student), please submit a transient student permission form (from your home institution) and send it to the FSC Office of Admissions. The transient permission form must indicate the specific courses that you have been approved to take, and it must be signed by an appropriate individual at your home (current) institution. Don't hesitate to contact the Office of Admissions at 863.680.4131 for more information.
I am seeking teacher certification, recertification, or an add-on certification. How do I enroll in courses offered over the summer?
Our teacher workshops are the perfect solution for your professional continuing education needs.
Scheduling
What holidays or breaks will be observed during summer sessions?
May 27 - Memorial Day
June 19 - Juneteenth
July 4 - Independence Day
Housing
How do I register for housing?
Summer Housing application will be made available prior to the end of the fall semester.
I plan to stay local to participate in an internship. May I stay on campus?
Yes. FSC housing available to students who wish to participate in an internship. Please contact Community Living residencelife@flsouthern.edu for more information.
Where will students stay for summer sessions?
Housing is available in the Star Apartment and select on-campus residence halls. Students that who are taking FSC summer classes will be prioritized for Star Apartment.
Can I stay in my current room?
Unfortunately, students planning to live an campus during summer sessions cannot stay in their spring semester room assignments. The only exception are students beginning in term A and term C who will stay in their spring housing assignment until summer housing begins on May 10.
Will dining options be available on campus?
Yes. On-campus dining will be available with limited options throughout the summer.
What are the summer move in and move out dates?
Summer Term A
- Move In: Friday, May 9
- Move Out: Saturday, June 21
Summer scholars will remain in their spring 2025 housing location until the Friday, May 9th transition date.
Summer Term B
- Move In: Sunday, June 22
- Move Out: Saturday, August 2
Summer Term C
- Move In: Friday, May 9
- Move Out: Saturday, August 2
Summer scholars will remain in their spring 2025 housing location until the Friday, May 9th transition date.
What is Break Housing and who is eligible?
Break housing is available for summer scholars enrolled in summer term B or summer term C courses. For an additional fee, these students may move into their fall housing assignment beginning on August 2. For an additional fee, these students may remain on campus until the start of the fall 2025 semester. Residents will move into their fall housing assignment beginning on Friday, August 8th.
Financial Aid
Is financial aid available for summer courses?
Yes. Financial aid is available. Contact the Office of Financial Aid at financialaid@flsouthern.edu for more information.