Summer Session (Term E)

During the summer, many courses central to planning major programs of study are offered at a time when all facilities are easily accessible. This is a great time to

This term also offers an exceptional opportunity to participate in certain types of project activity on a convenient basis since classrooms and laboratories will be less crowded and outside field work unlimited due to weather conditions. The use of the independent study has made it possible to present more individually-oriented course work during this term where class sizes are generally smaller. Many courses offered during Term E are included in the supplement to the catalog which is distributed to all students in March. A special summer study website is available at Summer Programs web site, in March. Students planning to participate in Term E should register at the regular spring registration period.

Term E also offers an excellent opportunity to complete a qualifying project or Sufficiency through a full-time effort during a single term. Students from other campuses are also invited to participate in the work of this term.

Admission to the summer session does not imply admission to regular academic year programs. Students desiring to continue their work at WPI following the summer session should seek admission following standard WPI admissions procedures issued through the Admissions Office.

For more information on the summer session, contact the Summer Session Office at (508) 831-5517.

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