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Summer Courses, J-Term, and May-Term

Fast, flexible opportunities to stay on track or get ahead! Take classes or study abroad on your schedule.

Bradley has fast, flexible opportunities for you to stay on track or get ahead! Take classes or study abroad on your schedule.

Benefits of Accelerated Coursework

  • Complete requirements faster
  • Get ahead and save money
  • Focus on one or two courses at a time
  • Spread out your yearly workload
  • Ideal for double majors or minors
  • Stay engaged academically through shorter gaps

Academic Sessions

Summer Semester

May 20 – Aug. 19

Two Six-Week Summer sessions.
First Session: May 20 – July 1
Second Session: July 8 – Aug. 19

$650 per credit hour (almost 50% lower than during the academic year)

  • Graduate earlier or stay on pace
  • Smaller class sizes and personalized attention
  • Explore Three-Year Pathways
  • Online or on-campus formats
  • Explore the world through Study Abroad Programs

Common Courses: Gen Eds, Electives

Summer courses (schedule coming soon, talk to your advisor)

May-Term

May 18 – June 5

A two-week intensive academic session immediately following the spring semester.

$650 per credit hour (almost 50% lower than during the academic year)

  • Knock out a requirement early in the summer
  • Balance work, travel, internships, and academics
  • Select from a mix of online and accelerated classes
  • Explore the world through Study Abroad Programs

Common Courses: Gen Eds, Electives

May courses (schedule coming soon, talk to your advisor)

J-Term

January 2-13

A two-week intensive academic session in January, between fall and spring semesters.

  • Condensed, immersive learning
  • Perfect for completing electives or core courses
  • Online and on-campus options
  • Ideal for staying on track or freeing up spring credits
  • Explore the world through Study Abroad Programs

Common Courses: Gen Eds, Electives

Explore More Opportunities

Study Away

Spend a semester in Los Angeles through our Hollywood Semester program and gain real-world experience in entertainment.

Study Abroad

Immerse yourself in a new culture while earning credits toward your degree. Programs available worldwide.

Three-Year Pathways

Graduate in three years and save a year of tuition through our accelerated degree programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can take summer/J-term/May-term classes?

Current Bradley students, incoming first-year students, transfer students, and visiting students.

Are there courses online?

Yes — choose from online or on-campus formats. Course formats are determined each year and may vary by term.

Is financial aid available?

Financial aid may be available for degree seeking students and is dependent upon FAFSA, prior aid usage, and course load.

Are housing and dining options available?

Yes! Check out the housing and dining pages for more information.

Where can I find additional information on registration?

Under our Classes section you can find Spring Registration Information and Fall Registration Information.