FREE Summer School
Current or returning students may be eligible for FREE Summer School.
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Most degrees at FSU require 120 credit hours. With life’s challenges, we know it can be hard to stay on track. Here at FSU we want to help students earn their degree in less than four years and help reduce student debt. That is why we offer the 30-60-90 Summer School Scholarship. This scholarship allows students to attend summer school for free to help accelerate their college career or give them the opportunity to get back on track.
What is Covered in FREE Summer School?
- Undergraduate students can qualify for 2 courses or up to 7 credit hours.
- Graduate and Doctoral students from the College of Education can qualify for 1 course or up to 3 credit hours. Graduate students who are enrolled in the College of Education must take an education course.
- Book rental fees
- Fees
- On campus housing and meals
How does 30-60-90 Summer School work?
Pell and other scholarships are applied first to students’ accounts, then any remaining balance will be covered by the 30-60-90 Summer Scholarship. Allowing students to attend summer school for free.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
If you meet any of the criteria listed below, then you are encouraged to apply:
- All full-time, first-time undergraduate students are eligible (students who entered FSU as freshmen).
- All full-time students who completed least 12 credit hours during Fall ’23 are eligible.
- All full-time students attempting at least 15 credit hours in Spring ’24 are eligible.
- All seniors who need credit hours to graduate in the summer are eligible
- Current College of Education graduate students are also eligible.
How to apply & Important Dates?
- Fill out the application if you meet the eligibility criteria.
- Once you have completed an application, you will receive confirmation of your submission via the email that was received.
- Starting December 1, 2023, applications will be reviewed, and notifications will be sent via Bronco Navigate. Please allow 3-4 weeks for your application to be reviewed.
- You must receive an approval notification to receive scholarship funds for 30-60-90 Free Summer School.
- May 20, 2024 is the deadline to apply for 30-60-90 Free Summer School Scholarship.
- The final 30-60-90 Free Summer School bill with be finalized on June 9.
All students who meet the eligibility requirements should meet with their advisor and register for Summer School by May 20th. Students who meet the eligibility criteria will receive notification of acceptance into the FREE Summer School program through their Bronco Navigate. Once you are notified, there are no additional steps you need to take.
** We strongly encourage you to meet with your advisor to get a detailed list of your summer course needs because you will not be able to add new courses after May 20**
Campus Life in the Summer
FSU campus life offers you everything you need to eat, live, work, and play while you enjoy the Summer School experience. With a multitude of dining and housing choices, you can enjoy the convenience of being close to your classes and the array of fun student engagement activities and fitness options for no additional charge.
A variety of fun and safe activities are planned for your enjoyment and entertainment on campus this summer! The Office of Student Engagement has formed the FSU Student Summer Activities Board. They will implement an array of safe, fun, and creative social, cultural, and recreational activities during the evenings and weekends, so you are certain to find something fun to do when it is time to set aside the books and relax. Students will reside in a combination of facilities on West Campus: Harris Hall, Joyner Hall and Smith Hall. Limited spaces may be available in University Place Apartments.
What Courses are Offered?
Search to find the courses offered during Summer 2024.
Student Support Services
The Division of Student Affairs and our campus partners are committed to providing students with resources and support services to complement your Summer academic experience. Here is a list of opportunities to engage with FSU over the summer:
About the 30-60-90 Free Summer School Scholarship
What is the purpose of the 30-60-90 Free Summer School Scholarship?
This scholarship gives ungraduated students the opportunity to earn up to 7 credit hours in the summer without incurring summer school debt. The credits earned helps to shorten the time it takes to earn a degree and helps students get back on track to graduate in 4 years or less.
When should I apply for 30-60-90 Free Summer School?
Now!!! If you believe you are eligible then you can fill out the application now. The deadline to submit applications is May 20.
What is the application process and when will I be notified?
When you submit an application, it will be reviewed, and you will receive a Bronco Navigate message letting you know whether or not have been awarded the 30-60-90 Free Summer School scholarship and the specific details of your approval. Please allow 3-4 weeks for your application to be reviewed. If you are approved, you will receive a message in Bronco Navigate. Notification will begin on December 1 and will end on May 20
Who should apply for the 30-60-90 Free Summer School scholarship?
If you meet any of the criteria listed below, then you are encouraged to apply:
- All full-time, first-time undergraduate students are eligible (students who entered FSU as freshmen).
- All full-time students who completed least 12 credit hours during Fall ’23 are eligible.
- All full-time students attempting at least 15 credit hours in Spring ’24 are eligible.
- All seniors who need credit hours to graduate in the summer are eligible
- Current College of Education graduate students are also eligible.
How should I apply for the 30-60-90 Free Summer School scholarship?
After reviewing the eligibility, you can fill out the application form.
Are freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors eligible to apply?
Yes, if any of the following criteria are met:
- All full-time, first-time undergraduate students are eligible (students who entered FSU as freshmen).
- All full-time students who completed least 12 credit hours during Fall ’23 are eligible.
- All full-time students attempting at least 15 credit hours in Spring ’24 are eligible.
- All seniors who need credit hours to graduate in the summer are eligible
Are online freshmen, sophomore, junior, and senior students eligible to apply?
Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria. If you meet any of the criteria listed below, then you are eligible to apply:
- All full-time, first-time undergraduate students are eligible (students who entered FSU as freshmen).
- All full-time students who completed least 12 credit hours during Fall ’23 are eligible.
- All full-time students attempting at least 15 credit hours in Spring ’24 are eligible.
- All seniors who need credit hours to graduate in the summer are eligible
Can graduate students apply?
The scholarship is being offered to graduate students in the College of Education. Graduate students must complete the application. COE graduate students can take up to 3 credit hours in the summer. COE graduate and doctoral students must be enrolled in the College of Education and taking an education course to qualify.
Can transfer students apply?
Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria:
- All full-time, first-time undergraduate students are eligible (students who entered FSU as freshmen).
- All full-time students who completed least 12 credit hours during Fall ’23 are eligible.
- All full-time students attempting at least 15 credit hours in Spring ’24 are eligible.
- All seniors who need credit hours to graduate in the summer are eligible
Can military students apply?
Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria:
- All full-time, first-time undergraduate students are eligible (students who entered FSU as freshmen).
- All full-time students who completed least 12 credit hours during Fall ’23 are eligible.
- All full-time students attempting at least 15 credit hours in Spring ’24 are eligible.
- All seniors who need credit hours to graduate in the summer are eligible
Do I qualify for the 30-60-90 summer program, if I am suspended or on probation?
Students who are suspended, on probation or may have an exceptionally low GPA must talk to their advisor as soon as possible.
You can schedule an appointment with your advisor by using Bronco Navigate or you can contact your advisor by phone or email to schedule an appointment.
To contact the advising center please call them at (910) 672-2717 or email them at advising@uncfsu.edu.
How do I register for classes?
After discussing your lit of summer courses with your advisor, you can register for summer courses.
What is the deadline to register for courses?
May 20
What happens if I register for classes after the May 20 deadline?
You can add and drop courses before May 20. However, you will be responsible for the cost of any courses added after May 20.
What happens if I drop courses after the May 20 deadline?
You can add and drop courses before May 20. You can drop classes after May 20, but you should contact your advisor before dropping any courses.
I only have one class left. Can I still participate?
Yes.
How many classes can you take with Free Summer School?
- Undergraduate students can register for up to 7 credit hours
- College of Education Graduate Students can register for 3 credit hours
Can I take more class at my own expense, outside of what FREE Summer School covers?
It depends on you GPA. Contact your advisor to learn more.
What costs are covered by the 30-60-90 Free Summer School scholarship:
The following program costs are covered for students who apply and receive a 30-60-90 Free Summer School scholarship:
- Undergraduate student can register for up to 7 credit hours
- College of Education Graduate Students can register for 3 credit hours
- Room and board (with an all-access meal plan)
- Book rental fee
- All other education related fees associated with summer school attendance
If applicable, Pell and other education related scholarships will be used to cover the cost of summer school first and then scholarship funds for 30-60-90 Free Summer School will be used to cover any additional costs for summer school.
Am I eligible to apply if I don’t receive Pell grants or other Scholarships?
Yes, if you don’t receive Pell grants or other educational scholarships then 30-60-90 Scholarship funds will be used to cover 100% of the following program costs:
- Undergraduate student can register for up to 7 credit hours
- College of Education Graduate Students can register for 3 credit hours
- Room and board (with an all-access meal plan)
- Book rental fee
- All other education related fees associated with summer school attendance
When will I receive the final bill for summer school?
Final 30-60-90 Summer Bills will be distributed by June 9. Housing and course registration must be complete by May 20. After May 20 you may be responsible for any summer school related charges.
What happens if I register for classes before receiving approval to participate in the 30-60-90 Free Summer School Program?
You must receive program approval notification to receive funding for 30-60-90 Free Summer School. If you register for courses and you were not approved for Free Summer School, then you will have to cover the cost of the courses and fees.
What happens if I register for classes before receiving approval to participate in the 30-60-90 Free Summer School Program?
You must receive program approval email notification to receive funding for 30-60-90 Free Summer School. If you register for housing and you were not approved for Free Summer School, then you will have to cover the cost of housing and meals.
What is Pell?
How will Pell be used for 30-60-90 Free Summer School?
If you have Pell funds available for summer school, then those funds will be used first to cover the expenses for 30-60-90 Free Summer School. If there is a balance, FSU will cover the remaining balance.
If you do not receive Pell, then you are still eligible to participate in 30-60-90 Free Summer School.
Do I have to receive Pell in order to participate in 30-60-90 Free Summer School?
No, you don't have to receive Pell in order to participate in 30-60-90 Free Summer School.
Who Qualifies for Summer Housing?
There is limited housing space during summer. The priority for space allocation will remain with those students who are taking full-time summer credit hours (minimum of 6) and face to face classes.
Students in hybrid class formats could still reside on campus.
For example: A student taking 3 credits in person lab for Summer Term A and virtual 3 credit course for Summer Term B.
Students in all virtual classes can still apply for a housing exception as long as space is available.
Similar to current student handbook, part-time students (less than 6 credit hours) can still apply for a housing exception. However, space priority will go to full-time traditional students.
What if I am only taking course during Summer Term B?
A student not registered at all for Summer Term A (starts June 1st) but is registered for Summer Term B could not move on campus until their specific term starts in July.
If you have questions, please contact the Department of Residence Life at residencelife@uncfsu.edu.
What does free room and board mean?
Free room and board means that 30-60-90 Free Summer school participants who submit a housing application will have the opportunity to live in a dorm and will receive an all-access meal plan during the summer session that the student is registered for.
How do I apply for 30-60-90 Summer School Free room and board?
Fill out the summer school housing application by March 31 to make sure you receive housing. If you apply for housing after the housing application deadline of March 31 then housing decisions will be made on a cases-by-case bases depending on availability.
If we receive room and board, where will we live?
FREE Summer School recipients will live in Renaissance Hall. Hackley Honors Hall will also be available if we run out of space in Renaissance. UPA was originally reported as one of the options, but it is not.
Do you have to live on campus to participate?
You do not have to live on campus to participate.
If I receive room and board, what meal plan will I receive?
You will receive the All-Access Meal Plan.