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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who can attend a Summer Institute?

A. UCLA offers a variety of summer institutes, each designed with a specific student population in mind. Anyone can enroll in a summer institute if their academic background and student status meet the requirements for that program. Please consult the specific program pages for more information.

Q. How do I apply for a program?

A. Registration for all UCLA Summer Sessions program occurs online. Links to the Registration Form can be found at the bottom of each Web page and in the navigation bar (upper left hand side). When your application has been successfully submitted, a Registration Number will appear on the screen. Be sure to write this number down for future reference. After registering you will also receive a Welcome E-mail, confirming receipt of your application.

Q. How will I know if I have been accepted into the program?

A. A welcome e-mail notifying you of your acceptance into the program will be sent to you upon completion of your online application. A few programs require Instructor Approval before students are accepted. In such cases, your welcome e-mail will inform you of your status and outline the acceptance process.

Q. Can I register for more than one program?

A. Yes, but please make sure that the dates of the programs do not conflict.

Q. When is the last day to register for a program?

A. Enrollment in summer programs continues until the program enrollment capacity is reached.

Q. When do programs usually fill up?

A. UCLA Summer Programs fill up on a first-come, first-served basis. Please reserve a spot as early as possible. If a program is filled, you will be automatically placed on a wait list.

Q. How do I know where I am on the wait list?

A. Once you have placed yourself on the wait list, you will be notified of your wait list position. When your wait list position changes or you are accepted into the program, you will be notified immediately by e-mail. If you do not respond to the e-mail within 48 hours, your place will be offered to the next person on the wait list.

Q. Do I have to pay my nonrefundable $100 deposit to secure my place on a wait list?

A. No, you do not have to pay the $100 deposit while you are on a wait list for a program. If you are accepted into a program, you will be notified immediately with deposit and final payment instructions.

Q. If I am applying for High School Summer Scholars Support, am I required to pay the nonrefundable $100 deposit?

A. Yes. In order to reserve your space in the program, you must submit a $100 deposit. If awarded a full scholarship, your $100 will be refunded.

Q. Will the courses I take for the Summer Institute transfer to my school?

A. University of California credit is widely accepted by schools throughout the world. To avoid any problems however, please consult with your school counselor prior to registering for a UCLA summer program.

Q. Is housing available?

A . Housing is available for most programs. Please view housing options in the Residential Plan.

Q. How do I pay for my program?

A. You will be asked to submit a $100 nonrefundable registration fee at the time of registration. Students may pay by credit card or debit / check card. Final payment is due on May 1, 2009. You will receive periodic e-mail reminders about final payment. If the final payment is not received, you will be automatically dropped from the program, allowing students on the wait list to take that spot. Final payment should be made via URSA, UCLA's online records system. To access this system you will need your logon ID. To get your logon ID, you must use your UCLA ID (UID) to activate the logon through Bruin Online. You should have received your UID in your confirmation e-mail.

Q. Is Financial Aid available?

A. Financial aid is available to qualified UCLA students. All other students should consult with their home institution. Click here for more information about Financial Aid. Financial aid for California High School students is available. Click here for more information.

Q. How will I receive information about my program?

A. It is very important that you enter an e-mail address that you check regularly when completing your application. Periodically, you will receive e-mail notices from the Summer Sessions office with important information about your program. For many programs, a Welcome Packet will be mailed via U.S. mail in June with specific information about your program.

Q. How do I cancel my participation in my program?

A. You must retrieve your application and cancel your registration. Failure to do so prior to the June 1 cancellation deadline will result in an unwanted bill for program fees. For more information, please view our Cancellation Policy.

Q. How do I drop a required course (i.e., a course which is part of a special summer institute)?

A. Each Summer Institute has a required course curriculum. Students are automatically enrolled in this curriculum when they register. These courses are mandatory and cannot be dropped without withdrawing from the entire program. For most programs, students have the option to take classes for a letter grade or pass/no pass.

More information about a program's courses can be found on the specific program's "Curriculum" page.

If you have further questions, please contact the Summer Sessions Office:

UCLA Summer Sessions
1332 Murphy Hall
Box 951418
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1418

Tel: (310) 267-4836
Fax: (310) 825-1528

E-mail: institutes@summer.ucla.edu