Summer Courses
Find your perfect summer course
Explore summer courses to find the right fit for you! Search by course name, department, GE code, number of credits, or whether a course is online or in person to build a schedule that meets your goals.
2026 courses are listed now! We’ll continue to add courses until we go live in the Schedule of Classes on March 15.
AM 10
Linear Algebra for Engineers
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Yonatan Katznelson
AM 20
Ordinary Differential Equations for Engineers
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Yonatan Katznelson
AM 30
Multivariate Calculus for Engineers
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: TBD
AM 100
Mathematical Methods for Engineers
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: TBD
*Pending CCI Approval
ANTH 1
Introduction to Biological Anthropology
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Emily Schach
*Pending CCI Approval
ANTH 2
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: TBD
*Pending CCI Approval
ANTH 3
Introduction to Archaeology
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Cameron J. Monroe
ANTH 100
History and Theory of Biological Anthropology
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Emily Schach
ANTH 110I
Cultures of Sustainability and Social Justice
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Dave Shaw
ANTH 110P
India and Indian Diaspora through Film
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Annapurna Pandey
ANTH 130I
Cultures of India
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Annapurna Pandey
ANTH 131
Gender in Cross-Cultural Context
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Renya Ramirez
*Pending CCI Approval
ANTH 176A
North American Archaeology
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: TBD
ART 10F
4D Foundation
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Kathleen (Katie) Deck
*Pending CCI Approval
ART 20G
Introduction to Print Media and Drawing
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Bridget Henry
ART 20K
Introduction to New Media and Digital Artmaking
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Anja Ulfeldt
ART 20J
Introduction to Drawing and Painting
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Frank Galuszka
ART 80T
Digital Tools for Contemporary Art Practice
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Jennifer Parker
ART 106O
2D Animation
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Ann Altstatt
ART 111
Figure Drawing
5 Credits
Proposed Instructor: Noah Buchanan
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Specialized programs & pathways
Independent and field studies
Earn credit for research, creative projects, or hands-on fieldwork with faculty guidance. Explore enrollment steps, costs, and opportunities.
Humanizing Technology Certificate Program
A Humanities Division program designed for early-career Engineering students—open to all during Summer Session.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Pathway
Take three engaging courses to build essential job skills and get the support needed to launch your own entrepreneurial venture.
Three-Year Pathways
Graduate faster with a structured plan! Make the most of Summer Session to earn your degree in just three years in some of UC Santa Cruz’s most popular majors.