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Evans is a beautiful historic building on the Ripon Campus. A great first step to your journey at Ripon College.

Ripon College is piloting a summer course program for 2026, open to current students, non-degree seeking students, and students from other institutions. Take courses June 1–July 24 in person or fully online — whatever works for you. Summer courses are a great way to catch up, get ahead, or free up time during the academic year for internships, study abroad, and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dates of the term?

June 1, 2026 to July 24, 2026.

What are the courses available?

The full summer 2026 course schedule will be available here. Below identifies what classes will be offered:

  • BSA 110: Introduction to Management (in person, three days a week)
  • CTL 210: “My House is Your House”: Spanish American Experience in the United States (in person, three days a week)
  • MTH 201: Calculus 1 (in person, three days a week)
  • PSC 110: General Psychology (online and asynchronous)
  • WGS 204/ENG 200: Summer Camp: Gender, Identity, and Belonging (in person, three days a week)
Are all courses on-campus?

In summer 2026, there will be a mix of online and in-person courses.

How much is tuition for each course?

Undergraduate tuition is $1,400 per four credit courses.

Are there any fees associated with summer courses?

There are no fees above tuition costs associated with summer courses.

How many courses can I take during the summer term?

No more than two undergraduate-level courses.

If I am not currently enrolled at Ripon College, how do I apply?

Non-degree seeking students (or students who do not attend Ripon College) can apply here: https://apply.ripon.edu/register/RiponSummer.

If I am not currently enrolled at Ripon College, when can I register?

Registration for non-Ripon College students will take place April 21 through May 10.

Can I receive Financial Aid for a summer undergraduate course or courses?

Those students who are Pell eligible may receive some federal funding. Please see your Financial Aid counselor for more information. No Ripon College scholarships are available.

Can students who are not enrolled at Ripon College live on campus during the Summer term?

No. To be eligible for Summer housing you must be enrolled as a Ripon College student. Students must have been full-time students in the spring semester and plan to continue to be full-time students for the upcoming fall Semester.

Will tutoring be available for undergraduate summer courses?

Yes. Please contact Brenda Gabrielson, [email protected], to request a tutor for a summer course or to receive information on drop-in quantitative and writing tutoring.

How can students check or confirm that these credits will transfer to a different institution?

Students must check with the transferring institution to ensure credits will transfer.

Is this process different for incoming first-year students to Ripon College?

No. If you were not enrolled at Ripon College in the spring 2026 semester, complete the Summer 2026 application.

What are next steps for non-Ripon College students?
  1. Complete the Application for Ripon College Summer Classes (link?)
  2. The Office of the Registrar will contact you via the phone number or email address you provide on the application to complete your registration starting April 27, 2026
  3. Work with the admission/IT to gain access to email/OneCard/Canvas, etc
  4. Search for and buy textbooks from Bovay’s Books and More. You do not need to log in – complete the Browse Courses dropdowns to view course materials
  5. Learn where your class is and explore campus
  6. Receive and pay your summer tuition bill
  7. Start class on Jun 1, 2026

For additional questions, please reach out to the Registrar’s Office at [email protected].

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