Visiting College Students

We’re excited to welcome visiting college students to Yale’s vibrant academic community this summer!

Study alongside Yale students, challenge yourself with engaging courses, and experience life at one of the world’s leading universities. As a visiting student, you’ll have access to Yale’s exceptional faculty, resources, and campus—all designed to make your summer a time of learning, growth, and connection.

Before you apply, review the application requirements and information for visiting college students below.

[date]2026 Yale Summer Session Dates

Session A: May 25 - June 26, 2026

Session B: June 29 - July 31, 2026 

Application Requirements for Visiting College Students

Make sure your application is complete before submitting!

Below is a list of required documents for your application, including details for students applying to in-person courses.

Please review the Dates and Deadlines page for all important deadlines. All materials must be received by the application deadline.

Required Materials

  • Online application
  • University transcript (in English)
    • Must include Fall 2025 grades.
    • If Fall grades are not yet available and you have no university-level grades, submit your high school transcript instead.
  • Photo ID: Acceptable forms include a driver’s license, passport, other government-issued ID, or official school ID.

Additional Requirements for In-Person Courses

  • Proof of valid U.S. based health insurance
  • Immunization records
    • Review Yale Summer Session’s immunization requirements if you plan to take in-person courses or be on campus.
    • These must be completed after admission but before arrival for all students living on or off campus.

Be sure to read about Yale Summer Session's immunization requirements for students applying to take in-person courses and living on or off campus. This requirement will need to be fulfilled after admission but before arrival to Yale.

Academic Information for Visiting College Students

In the online application, you’ll select courses for credit or a specific program. We recommend reviewing course descriptions on the YSS Courses for Credit site beforehand to choose the best fit.

Once admitted, you’ll be officially enrolled in Yale Summer Session. Full-time study consists of two courses (2 credits) per session, which is also the maximum allowed.

If you decide not to attend after admission, you must withdraw by submitting the Change Form on the Yale Summer Session website.

What kind of transcript do I submit?

Submit an unofficial transcript or academic record in English as part of your application. The online application allows you to upload an unofficial copy.

  • Current university or college students: Submit a transcript from your current institution and any previous colleges or universities you’ve attended.
  • All transcripts must include:
    • Your name and the institution’s name
    • Dates of enrollment
    • Subjects or courses taken, with units of credit or time allotted
    • Final grades

Applications are evaluated holistically, so there is no minimum GPA requirement. You should be academically strong and prepared for rigorous study, as one semester’s worth of coursework is condensed into a 5-week session.

For In-person Study: Insurance and Vaccinations

Required Health Insurance

You are required to be enrolled in a U.S. based health insurance in order to attend Yale Summer Session's in-person courses. We will ask you to upload your valid insurance card as part of your online application. Students coming to study in-person from abroad should review the visiting international student page for information about the Yale Summer Session insurance for international students. 

Required Vaccination and Immunization Records

If you will attend in-person classes or live on campus, you must upload proof of vaccinations after admission. You will receive an email with a link and instructions for submitting your records (managed by another Yale office).

Be sure to review all vaccination requirements and deadlines. Delays in submission may require you to switch to online courses (if available) or withdraw from Yale Summer Session if your immunization cannot be verified in time.

Residential Information for Visiting College Students

During the summer, select Yale Residential Colleges (dormitories) are open, with Yale undergraduates serving as residential counselors to provide support and assistance. All students aged 18 or older are housed together. For more information about living on campus, be sure to explore the Experience section of our website.

Study at Yale, earn credit, and join our academic community

We’re excited to welcome visiting college students to Yale’s vibrant academic community this summer!

Study alongside Yale students, challenge yourself with engaging courses, and experience life at one of the world’s leading universities. As a visiting student, you’ll have access to Yale’s exceptional faculty, resources, and campus—all designed to make your summer a time of learning, growth, and connection.

Before you apply, review the application requirements and information for visiting college students below.

[date]2026 Yale Summer Session Dates

Session A: May 25 - June 26, 2026

Session B: June 29 - July 31, 2026 

Application Requirements for Visiting College Students

Make sure your application is complete before submitting!

Below is a list of required documents for your application, including details for students applying to in-person courses.

Please review the Dates and Deadlines page for all important deadlines. All materials must be received by the application deadline.

Required Materials

  • Online application
  • University transcript (in English)
    • Must include Fall 2025 grades.
    • If Fall grades are not yet available and you have no university-level grades, submit your high school transcript instead.
  • Photo ID: Acceptable forms include a driver’s license, passport, other government-issued ID, or official school ID.

Additional Requirements for In-Person Courses

  • Proof of valid U.S. based health insurance
  • Immunization records
    • Review Yale Summer Session’s immunization requirements if you plan to take in-person courses or be on campus.
    • These must be completed after admission but before arrival for all students living on or off campus.

Be sure to read about Yale Summer Session's immunization requirements for students applying to take in-person courses and living on or off campus. This requirement will need to be fulfilled after admission but before arrival to Yale.

Academic Information for Visiting College Students

In the online application, you’ll select courses for credit or a specific program. We recommend reviewing course descriptions on the YSS Courses for Credit site beforehand to choose the best fit.

Once admitted, you’ll be officially enrolled in Yale Summer Session. Full-time study consists of two courses (2 credits) per session, which is also the maximum allowed.

If you decide not to attend after admission, you must withdraw by submitting the Change Form on the Yale Summer Session website.

What kind of transcript do I submit?

Submit an unofficial transcript or academic record in English as part of your application. The online application allows you to upload an unofficial copy.

  • Current university or college students: Submit a transcript from your current institution and any previous colleges or universities you’ve attended.
  • All transcripts must include:
    • Your name and the institution’s name
    • Dates of enrollment
    • Subjects or courses taken, with units of credit or time allotted
    • Final grades

Applications are evaluated holistically, so there is no minimum GPA requirement. You should be academically strong and prepared for rigorous study, as one semester’s worth of coursework is condensed into a 5-week session.

For In-person Study: Insurance and Vaccinations

Required Health Insurance

You are required to be enrolled in a U.S. based health insurance in order to attend Yale Summer Session's in-person courses. We will ask you to upload your valid insurance card as part of your online application. Students coming to study in-person from abroad should review the visiting international student page for information about the Yale Summer Session insurance for international students. 

Required Vaccination and Immunization Records

If you will attend in-person classes or live on campus, you must upload proof of vaccinations after admission. You will receive an email with a link and instructions for submitting your records (managed by another Yale office).

Be sure to review all vaccination requirements and deadlines. Delays in submission may require you to switch to online courses (if available) or withdraw from Yale Summer Session if your immunization cannot be verified in time.

Residential Information for Visiting College Students

During the summer, select Yale Residential Colleges (dormitories) are open, with Yale undergraduates serving as residential counselors to provide support and assistance. All students aged 18 or older are housed together. For more information about living on campus, be sure to explore the Experience section of our website.

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We’re excited to welcome visiting college students to Yale’s vibrant academic community this summer!

Study alongside Yale students, challenge yourself with engaging courses, and experience life at one of the world’s leading universities. As a visiting student, you’ll have access to Yale’s exceptional faculty, resources, and campus—all designed to make your summer a time of learning, growth, and connection.

Before you apply, review the application requirements and information for visiting college students below.

[date]2026 Yale Summer Session Dates

Session A: May 25 - June 26, 2026

Session B: June 29 - July 31, 2026 

Application Requirements for Visiting College Students

Make sure your application is complete before submitting!

Below is a list of required documents for your application, including details for students applying to in-person courses.

Please review the Dates and Deadlines page for all important deadlines. All materials must be received by the application deadline.

Required Materials

  • Online application
  • University transcript (in English)
    • Must include Fall 2025 grades.
    • If Fall grades are not yet available and you have no university-level grades, submit your high school transcript instead.
  • Photo ID: Acceptable forms include a driver’s license, passport, other government-issued ID, or official school ID.

Additional Requirements for In-Person Courses

  • Proof of valid U.S. based health insurance
  • Immunization records
    • Review Yale Summer Session’s immunization requirements if you plan to take in-person courses or be on campus.
    • These must be completed after admission but before arrival for all students living on or off campus.

Be sure to read about Yale Summer Session's immunization requirements for students applying to take in-person courses and living on or off campus. This requirement will need to be fulfilled after admission but before arrival to Yale.

Academic Information for Visiting College Students

In the online application, you’ll select courses for credit or a specific program. We recommend reviewing course descriptions on the YSS Courses for Credit site beforehand to choose the best fit.

Once admitted, you’ll be officially enrolled in Yale Summer Session. Full-time study consists of two courses (2 credits) per session, which is also the maximum allowed.

If you decide not to attend after admission, you must withdraw by submitting the Change Form on the Yale Summer Session website.

What kind of transcript do I submit?

Submit an unofficial transcript or academic record in English as part of your application. The online application allows you to upload an unofficial copy.

  • Current university or college students: Submit a transcript from your current institution and any previous colleges or universities you’ve attended.
  • All transcripts must include:
    • Your name and the institution’s name
    • Dates of enrollment
    • Subjects or courses taken, with units of credit or time allotted
    • Final grades

Applications are evaluated holistically, so there is no minimum GPA requirement. You should be academically strong and prepared for rigorous study, as one semester’s worth of coursework is condensed into a 5-week session.

For In-person Study: Insurance and Vaccinations

Required Health Insurance

You are required to be enrolled in a U.S. based health insurance in order to attend Yale Summer Session's in-person courses. We will ask you to upload your valid insurance card as part of your online application. Students coming to study in-person from abroad should review the visiting international student page for information about the Yale Summer Session insurance for international students. 

Required Vaccination and Immunization Records

If you will attend in-person classes or live on campus, you must upload proof of vaccinations after admission. You will receive an email with a link and instructions for submitting your records (managed by another Yale office).

Be sure to review all vaccination requirements and deadlines. Delays in submission may require you to switch to online courses (if available) or withdraw from Yale Summer Session if your immunization cannot be verified in time.

Residential Information for Visiting College Students

During the summer, select Yale Residential Colleges (dormitories) are open, with Yale undergraduates serving as residential counselors to provide support and assistance. All students aged 18 or older are housed together. For more information about living on campus, be sure to explore the Experience section of our website.

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