PC Summer Course Registration-FAQs

  • Where can I find more information about the course registration process?
  • How much do Summer courses cost?
    • $1272
  • How do I pay my bill?
    • Once you have completed your Summer Session registration, click on Tuition & Fees. A popup box will appear with your tuition/fees for that registration. Click on Account Information at the top of the box to process your payment.
  • When does registration start?
    • April 22nd 9:00 am
  • When is the last day to enroll in Summer courses?
    • Summer registration remains open until a course begins.  Please see the term dates below.
    • Information about refunds for Summer courses may be found on the Bursar Office website.
  • What are the dates for Summer Session?
    • There are several terms in the Summer Session:
  • May-semester courses will begin May 20—one-week courses end on May 24, and three-week courses end on June 7
    • Summer I—Ten-week session begins May 28 and ends August 2.
    • Summer I—Five-week session begins May 28 and ends June 28.
    • Summer II—Five-week session begins July 1 and ends August 2.
  • What are the deadlines for withdrawing from Summer Session courses?
    • May 23–Last day to WD from one-week May-mester courses
    • June 21–Last day to WD from five-week SUM I courses
    • July 19—Last day to WD from ten-week courses
    • July 26—Last day to WD from SUM II courses
  • How can I find a course description?
  • How do I learn whether a Summer Session course is still available?
    • Check the CyberFriar for the most up-to-date information on course availability and current enrollments. Additionally, you can see a master list of all PC summer courses here.
  • How many Summer Session courses can I register for?
    • Students are encouraged to take no more than two courses in the summer term(s). If you wish to take more courses, please consult with your Academic Advisor or the Student Success Center.
  • Can I take Summer Session courses online?
    • Most summer courses are online–some are asynchronous (ASN), meaning there are no real-time class meetings, while others are synchronous (SYNCH) with regularly scheduled class sessions meeting on Zoom.  There are some on-campus courses offered in SUM II.  Please consult the CyberFriar schedule for course specifics.
  • I am not a Providence College student. Can I take a course during the Summer Session? How do I register?
  • Who should I contact if I have questions about Summer Session course options?
    • If you have questions regarding your course options, you should contact your academic advisor or the Student Success Center (advising@providence.edu, 401.865.2495).
  • How can I tell if a course fulfills a core requirement? 
    • For more information on approved core curriculum courses, you can refer to this web page. Additionally, you can use your DegreeWorks degree audit for more detailed information about your core and major requirements. 
  • Will this Summer Session course count toward my GPA?  
    • Yes.
  • Will this Summer Session course appear on my transcript?  
    • Yes.
  • What are the important dates to be aware of for all summer sessions?