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08 | FAQs
Q. Is the W&M Washington Summer Session the same as the W&M in Washington Semester Program?
A. No – they are two different programs. Although both are held in Washington, the W&M Washington Summer Session offers classes during the Summer and W&M in Washington offers classes during the school year. Also, the W&M Washington Summer Session has no internship, residential, or alumni mentorship components – it’s just classes.
Q. Why has W&M started this program?
A. During the summer there are roughly 1600 undergraduate students who live in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, and many others who work at various internships across the region. The W&M Summer Session is an opportunity for students on summer break to take the same rigorous courses they can take on Campus while exploring the many learning opportunities of Washington, DC. Also, many of the courses offered in the W&M Washington Summer Session are popular GERs, providing students the opportunity to take classes they can't get during the school year.
Q. Why should W&M students take these classes?
A. Unlike any other summer classes in DC, the W&M Washington Summer Session classes count towards GER and major/minor requirements -- and cost the same as classes in the Campus Summer Sessions. Also, Washington Summer Session classes offer students who are in the Washington, DC area for the summer the opportunity to take fun, interesting classes from a William and Mary professor teaching his/her academic specialty. Many of the professors leading W&M Washington Summer Session classes will use the dynamic institutions and vibrant culture and history of Washington to inform readings and classroom discussion.
Q. How does the W&M Washington Summer Session work?
A. The W&M Washington Summer Session is structured just like Campus Summer sessions. W&M students register for classes through myWM during the summer registration period. Visiting students, incoming first-year students, and high school students register through the W&M Registrar’s office. Classes are filled on a first-come first-served basis, with preference given to W&M students. Students are NOT required to work in an internship, although classes are held in late afternoons and evenings to accommodate working students.
Q. When is the W&M Washington Summer Session held?
A. The Washington Summer Session calendar is identical to that of Summer Sessions on Campus. For 2008, these dates are May 27 to June 27 for Session 1; and June 30 to August 1 for Session 2.
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Q. Who teaches the W&M Washington Summer Session classes?
A. For the 2008 Washington Summer Session, there are three W&M professors in Washington.
Professor Jaqui McLendon – English Department
Associate Professor Tim Costelloe – Philosophy Department
Adjunct Assistant Professor M. Lee Alexander – English Department
Q. What courses will be offered in Washington?
A. Please see the Summer 2008 course descriptions at
http://www.wm.edu/dcsummer/courses.html
Q. Where are the W&M Washington Summer Session classes held?
A. Classes are held at the William and Mary Washington Office, located in the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Building at 1779 Massachusetts Avenue, NW in Downtown Washington.
Q. How do I get to the W&M Washington Office?
A. The W&M Washington Office is located about one block from Dupont Circle on Massachusetts Avenue in Downtown Washington, DC. You can find directions here: http://www.wm.edu/dcoffice/directions.php .
Q. When do classes meet?
A. Classes meet in the late afternoon and evenings during the week. For Summer 2008 these times are:
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Session 1: May 27-June 27
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ENGL 417: The "Harlem" Renaissance in Washington
CRN# 30644
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M,T,W,TH 4pm-6pm |
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ENGL 210: Language of the Land: Literary Washington, D.C.
CRN# 30642
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M,T,W,TH 7pm-9pm |
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Session 2: June 30-August 1
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PHIL 303: Ethics
CRN#30643
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M,T,W,TH 5:30pm-7:30pm |
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American Studies: 350-01 Preserving American Culture*
CRN#: 30645
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M,T,W,TH 5:30pm-7:30pm |
* This class may have an one or two meetings during the day to take advantage of museum resources.
Q. How many credits can students earn?
A. Each class offered in the Washington Summer Session is worth three credits. Students may register for as many courses as they wish. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Q. How are grades awarded? Can I take these classes pass/fail?
A. Grades are awarded in the W&M Washington Summer Session like any course on Campus. Like on Campus, students may not take Summer courses pass/fail.
Q. Does the Honor Code apply to courses in Washington?
A. All policies and regulations contained in the Rights and Responsibilities, the Student Code of Conduct, and the Administration of Student Life Policies sections of the William and Mary Student Handbook apply to all W&M Washington Summer Session courses.
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Q. Who is eligible to take a W&M Washington Summer Session course?
A. The W&M Washington Summer Session is open to all four-year and two-year university students, as well as rising college freshmen and academically qualified rising junior and senior high school students. Courses are filled on a first-come first-served basis, with current, degree seeking W&M students getting the opportunity to register for classes before other students.
Q. I'm not a major in the courses offered. Can I still participate?
A. Yes, the Washington Summer Session is open to students in all majors and disciplines. In fact, course topics are designed to reach the largest number of student interests.
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Q. I’m a William and Mary student -- how do I apply?
A. Current, degree-seeking William and Mary students register for W&M Washington Summer Session courses through Banner at mywm.edu, just like courses during the school year.
Registration for W&M students will open March 10, 2008.
Q. I’m a student at another university -- how do I apply?
A. Visit the Washington Summer Session registration page for detailed instructions. You should obtain approval in advance from the appropriate official at your home institution if you seek to transfer credits earned at William and Mary.
Registration for non-classified students will open March 17, 2008.
Q. I’m an incoming Freshman at William and Mary -- how do I apply?
A. Incoming Freshman need to complete the Summer Session Application and Registration Form and mail or fax it to:
The College of William and Mary
Office of the University Registrar
P.O. Box 8795
Williamsburg, Virginia 23187-8795 Fax Number: 757-221-2151
If you have filed for in-state tuition rates in your admission application, you don’t need to file another application. Simply attach a letter to your Summer Session registration form indicating that you have filed previously.
Q. I’m a high school student -- how do I apply?
A. The College of William and Mary encourages highly motivated rising juniors and seniors with strong academic records to enroll in its Summer Session classes.
Please visit the Washington Summer Session registration page for detailed instructions.
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Q. Where do students live while in the W&M Washington Summer Session?
A. There is no residency requirement for the Washington Summer Session. Students can live wherever they want.
Q. My parents live in Northern Virginia. Can I live at home and attend classes?
A. Absolutely!
Q. Does the program provide housing?
A. Yes! We do have a limited number of apartments available for William and Mary students, located across the Potomac River in Arlington, VA. These are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis. You can find more information at www.wm.edu/dcsummer/housing.html
Q. I’m going to take classes in the W&M Washington Summer Session and rent an apartment on my own in the Washington area. Where should I live?
A. You should live as close as possible to downtown Washington or near a Metro station. Rent will be higher close to the city, but commutes from areas outside the Capital Beltway can be extremely difficult. You can find suggestions for apartments here: http://www.wm.edu/dcoffice/summerhousing.php
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Q. How much does the W&M Washington Summer Session cost?
A. Students pay regular Summer Session tuition and fees.
For the 2008 Summer Session, tuition is $208 per credit hour for in-state residents and $790 per credit hour for out-of-state residents. There is also a one-time registration fee of $25.00, and a one-time comprehensive fee of $50.00. These fees are non-refundable.
Q. Can I apply my financial aid to the cost of the Summer Session?
A. Currently enrolled and matriculated William and Mary students can take out student loans, or their parents can take out a PLUS Loan, to cover the cost of Summer Session courses. Students must complete a FAFSA form to apply for loans. Students must also complete a Summer Aid Application (available in March 2008). For questions regarding this process, please contact Ginia Anderson at the W&M Financial Aid office.
Unclassified students (visiting students, incoming Freshman, and high school students) are not eligible for financial aid for Summer Session courses.
Q. I’ve registered and paid my tuition, but now need to withdraw. What are my options?
A. Stay tuned.
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Q. Are students required to have an internship to participate?
A. There is no internship requirement for the Washington Summer Session. However, classes are scheduled in the afternoon and evening to accommodate students who are working during the day.
Q. Can the W&M Washington Office help me find a Summer internship?
A. Competition is fierce for Summer internships in Washington, so you need to give yourself plenty of time and put out plenty of leads. Please work with the Career Center to explore what resources they have available. If you need additional guidance, feel free to call the office at 202-939-4000, or email us.
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