Summer Session
Get Ahead This Summer!
From the start of June through the first week of August, we offer 3-week, 5-week, and 10-week courses, both online and in-person, with lower- and upper-division options exclusively available at four-year universities. Through our summer courses, students can:
- Learn at an accelerated pace
- Fulfill CORE Curriculum/General Education requirements or explore a new academic program
- Take advantage of the reduced tuition rate
Read on below for session schedules and course details.
Who can enroll?
Summer Session 2026 is open to students from Saint Mary's College and beyond, including students from:
- Other colleges & universities
- Community colleges
- And high schools
When is registration?
Summer Term registration begins on February 21, 2026, and ends:
- For Session 1, register by June 1st
- For Session 2, register by July 6th
For High School Students
Dive into summer at Saint Mary’s College! Alongside other motivated peers and with the support of our esteemed faculty, high school students have a chance to explore their passions while experiencing the vibrant campus life at a top West Coast college.
By enrolling in a college class over the summer, you’ll demonstrate your commitment, drive, and readiness to take on challenges, setting yourself apart to colleges and universities. Not only will you earn college credit and refine your skills, but you’ll also forge invaluable connections with peers and mentors that can propel you towards success.
Check out our 100 to 200-level courses below and see if there are any that fit your interests!
Session 1
June 1-July 2
Juneteenth Holiday observed June 19, no class
Schedule
3-unit courses
3 days per week
Schedule coming soon...
4-unit courses
4 days per week
Schedule coming soon...
Courses
MUSIC-315: Music of Mexico
Online
PSYCH-331: Cross-Cultural Psychology (EL)
Online
SEM-350: Looking Forward
Online
SEM-327: Seminar for Transfers
In person
More coming soon...
Session 2
July 6-Aug 7
Schedule
3-unit courses
3 days per week
Schedule coming soon...
4-unit courses
4 days per week
Schedule coming soon...
Courses
KINES-341: Global Impact of Physical Inactivity
Online
SEM-374: Multicultural Thought
In person
More coming soon...
Next Steps...
Saint Mary’s College Students
Go to GaelXpress > Student Planning
Take advantage of new Gael Summer pricing:
- $650 per unit
- $1950 per 3-unit course
- $2600 per 4-unit course
- No deposit required for registration by May 1st
- SMC summer courses are financial aid eligible
- Pell grants starting at 3 units
- Loans starting at 6 units
Contact Financial Aid for more details.
Non-Saint Mary's College Student
For information regarding payment, please contact the Business Office.
Contact us
For questions about this website, please contact Connor McCaslin.
For questions regarding advising, contact the advising office.
For questions regarding housing, contact Housing.