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Summer Edge registration was open April 1 - June 15 and is now closed. In rare cases, students may be approved for a late registration exception to enroll into Session 2 courses only. Email summeredge@ucsc.edu about how to request a late registration for Session 2.
What is Summer Edge?
Summer Edge is an early start program for newly admitted students who want to take classes the summer before their first fall.
Eligibility
Freshman and Transfer students who have been admitted for fall 2024 and completed their Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) through their MyUCSC Student Portal are eligible to register starting April 1.
Classes
You'll take a minimum of 7 credits in addition to your 1-credit Slug Orientation Course. Most summer classes are taught at an accelerated 5-week pace so, you can decide if you want to take classes the first 5 weeks or the last 5 weeks of the summer quarter (Session 1 or Session 2) or take a class in each session to spread out your workload over the full 10 weeks. You can:- Take classes to fulfill prerequisite, major, or General Education (GE) requirements ahead of most incoming students.
- Complete an entire course series over summer (ex: Math 19A and Math 19B).
- Take a class to explore a major or passion while still earning credits that count toward your degree.
Edge Residential Experience in Session 2
Live on campus alongside dedicated Peer Mentors by enrolling in at least one Session 2 class. You'll explore your new home, take advantage of beneficial academic workshops, and start making friends through social programs on campus and in the surrounding Santa Cruz area.
Additional Benefits
- Financial Aid is available to eligible students.
- Get early access to student accounts and campus resources.
- Build relationships with instructors before the rush of fall.
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