Q: How is it possible to complete an entire year of science courses during the summer?
The Summer Institute offers courses equivalent to Capital's 15-week semester over 4 weeks during the summer. These courses are offered in an accelerated format. Lecture sections meet 3 hours a day, 5 days a week. This format allows students to focus on one subject for 4 weeks. We do not recommend students take other Summer Institute classes or work while taking courses. Those students who have been most successful are those who are focused solely on the course they are taking.
Q: How large are the classes in the Summer Institute?
We prefer to keep class size below 20 students for lecture sections and laboratory sections.
Q: Is there a prerequisite for the course in which I am interested?
Please refer to the online course bulletin for a list of courses and prerequisites.
Q: Who is my Instructor for my section?
MyCap contains specific course information for this summer.
Q: Does Capital University sponsor any grants or financial aid for students enrolled in the Summer Institute?
Financial Aid arrangements must be made through your HOME INSTITUTION or other organizations. We request that these arrangements be initiated before May 1 to ensure payment before classes begin. You must get a consortium agreement from your home institution, get the necessary signatures and then send or bring it to Capital's Financial Aid Office. They will fill out their part and send it back to your home institution. You must get a financial statement from your home institution and turn it into Capital's finance office before classes start.
Q: How do I sign up for a Summer Institute course?
Complete an online Summer Science Institute Application and pay the $25 application fee if you are a first-time student. Current Capital students can register directly in myCap.
Q: When should I sign up for a Summer Institute Course?
We suggest you sign up as soon as you know you will be able to attend. Class sizes are limited to ensure quality instruction and will be closed when the capacity has been met. Likewise, course offerings are dependent on enrollment, signing up early ensures that a course is offered.
Q: How do I know if the courses at Capital will transfer to my home institution?
Contact your Academic Advisor and/or Registrar at your home institution to get approval for transfer of credit.
Q: Can I take Organic lecture or lab separately?
Yes, however, you cannot take the the lab prior to taking the lecture. If you have already taken the lecture at your home institution, you may sign up for the lab only. Check with your home institution to see if the lab is required. We suggest taking only the lecture if the laboratory portion is not required concurrently at your home institution.
Q: Will you send syllabi and descriptions of the courses in which I am interested?
Contact the Summer Institute at (614) 236-6520 or email SummerInstitute@capital.edu to request syllabi as needed.
Q: How do I get a transcript sent to my home institution?
The Registrar's office at Capital can arrange for a transcript to be sent to your home institution. Stop by, check the Registrar's web page, or call the Registrar's office at (614) 236-6150.
Q: What if I need housing for the summer?
If you are enrolled in Summer undergraduate classes at Capital University, summer housing may be requested through the Summer Housing Request Form.