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Yale Summer Session Live Chat - March 12
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Ruba
9:47
I have tourism visa
You must study here on an F-1 student visa.
Pippi
9:47
I have submitted my application already, can I change my mind on what to study after I arrive?

Hi Pippi. It is possible to change a course within the first week of classes, but not after.
Sophia
9:48
Does Yale summer session have law course for people age 13-15??

Hi Sophia. No, Yale Summer Session only accepts students who are entering into their senior year of high school or older.
Yilin Zheng
9:48
wow12-15 students in business seminar,isnt it very difficult to apply and only can apply for another course after I get the original one result?
You may add/drop a course, but we will have to review your application again to see if you are qualified.
Jennifer
9:48
good morning
Robert
9:48
Also, how many students total are admitted in the Summer Session?

About 1300 students each summer.
Pippi
9:48
How many students will be in the English writing class? and the TEAFL class?
Our average class size is 12
AvatarKathy Trputec
9:48
Students are randomly assigned roommates.
Heidi
9:49
Is early check-in to the dormitory allowed before June 30th?
No - we don't have housing available before that date
Missy
9:49
Are summer courses easy?
They are intense, undergraduate Yale courses -no!
Annora
9:49
Do students have to pay extra to take these extra curricular activity trips? Or is it included in the course fees?

Hi Annora. The weekday activities are free and the weekend trips are heavily discounted--and transportation is included.
Guest
9:49
Are the extracurricular activities and trips mentioned above paid separately?
Some are free, and some have a small fee.
Pippi
9:50
Do we have a kitchen in the accommodation?

Hi Pippi. No, you will not have access to a kitchen.
Hazal
9:50
Hi! I would like to know if it is necessary for Beyond College students to submit transcripts
If you have been out of college for more than 5 years, a cv is fine. Otherwise, we need a transcript
Lilly Dexne
9:51
Hey! How many students will be in the university preparation course?

Hi Lilly. The average class size is 12, but the overall program numbers can shift from year to year.
Kimberly
9:51
Is there any other courses about Law that the summer session offers, other than the Law Seminar?
Please check our course listings at https://summer.yale.edu/academics/courses-yale
Krish
9:51
hi! is the online course as helpful as the on campus one?

Hi Krish. Our online courses are held to the same high academic standard as in-person Yale courses.
Omika Wadhwa
9:51
Is there a general store at Yale in which I could take stuff, for eg. a fan, on rent?
Yes, you can buy everything you need very easily at the book store or other local stores.
Heidi
9:52
Is early check-in to the dormitory allowed before June 30th?

No - we don't have housing available earlier
Jennifer
9:52
do you have econmic course?
yes - see the course listings: https://summer.yale.edu/academics/courses-yale
Sarah Chen
9:52
Hi!!! I am wondering when will decision be released

about 2 weeks after you submit your application
Li
9:52
Could you please tell us if there are any syllabus of courses available for us to check? And where can we get more information about the courses ?

Hi Li. You can find the syllabi here: https://summer.yale.edu/yss-2019-course-syllabi
Gurban
9:52
Is the library open 24/7 during summer?

No - there are specific library hours.
Luciane
9:53
Can I participate of extra activities if I stay out of the campus?

Generally, no. Activities are for students who live on campus only.
AvatarKathy Trputec
9:53
Where are you from?
USA/North America (18.5% | 5 votes)
 
Europe (14.8% | 4 votes)
 
Africa (3.7% | 1 vote)
 
Asia (48.1% | 13 votes)
 
South America (7.4% | 2 votes)
 
Oceania (3.7% | 1 vote)
 
Other (3.7% | 1 vote)
 
Total Votes: 27
Kevin
9:53
Where are students from?

Hi Kevin. We have students come from all over the world!
Gareth
9:53
When do we find out if we have been accepted into the yygs program
We are not YYGS. Please check with them
Omika Wadhwa
9:54
Are evening electives taken apart from the regular classes, and is there any additional fee to take them? Also, if I have taken the maximum amount of courses in my session, can I still take an elective?

If they are listed as part if your program, they are included in the tuition fee.
Abdul Ghafar Malikzada
9:54
I would like to know regarding deadline of this yale summer course

Hi Abdul. You can find all of our deadlines here - https://summer.yale.edu/dates-costs/dates-deadlines
Guest
9:54
Thanks for the extension! What's the class size of the summer law seminar ?

There are about 40 students in the Law Seminar, with breakout sessions of about 12.
Matt
9:54
I am a sophomore in High School. Can I attend? I have a high GPA.

Hi Matt. You must be a rising senior in high school or older to apply for Yale Summer Session.
Krish
9:55
What are the chances for a student to get financial aid?

We don't offer financial aid.
Singh
9:55
What are sports/ activities Yale recognizes to accept full time admission ? You'd have to check with Undergraduate Admissions.
bushrapide
9:55
I do not have a TOEFL score, however, I have English proficiency certificate from my university and GRE score-verbal 150. Can I forward my application ?

The GRE should be fine. please submit it and we will take a look.
Guest
9:55
What summer courses count for shool credit?

You should work with your home institution to determine transfer credit.
Marcia
9:55
Can I have the form for the financial statement???

A bank statement will be fine - no form needed.
Indranil Salvi
9:56
What is ISA? This award is for Yale Students who study abroad. This is not for Yale Summer Session.
AvatarHannah Parten
9:56
We will conclude the chat in 5 minutes. If your question is unanswered, please send us an email at summer.session@yale.edu. Thank you!
Guest
9:56
Can a 9th grader take a summer course for fun?

No, not at Yale Summer Session.
Sarah Chen
9:56
How long will it take to done all the processes after we get accepted?

About 10 days after you submit your application.
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