On Campus or Online.
Summer Term is for everyone. Whether you're behind in coursework or planning to graduate early, Summer Term at VWU will give you an opportunity to engage in specialty courses, complete General Education requirements or advance in your major.
Contact Your Academic Advisor
Questions?
Contact your advisor or Global Campus at globalcampus@vwu.edu.
Why take Summer Term?
Discounted Tuition
Summer Term is affordable! Studying during the summer will cost you 73% less than during the academic year. At $450/credit and five sessions from which to choose, you can gain up to 12 credits in coursework, independent research, or internship credit.
Graduate Tuition is $550/credit
Special $285 tuition rate per class for high school Early Enrollment students.
Food and Housing
Discounted on-campus housing/meal plans are available. For more details visit Residence Life or contact the Office of Residence Life at 757.455.3295.
Online Study
Day students may take one online course in both Session 4 and Session 5.
Whether you are a current VWU student completing General Studies requirements or progressing in your major, or home for summer break, VWU has a variety of courses to fit your academic needs.
Summer Term 2026 Dates
Session 1 (On Campus):
May 26 - June 23 (4 weeks)
Session 2 (On Campus):
May 26 - Aug 14 (12 weeks)
Session 3 (On Campus):
July 6 - Aug 14 (6 weeks)
Summer Term A (Online/Graduate Only):
May 18 - July 3
Summer Term B (Online/Graduate Only):
July 6 - Aug 21