Admitted Student Checklist
Congratulations on your admission to Yale Summer Session! This checklist outlines the steps you need to complete before your program begins.
Some requirements apply only to certain students (for example, students living on campus, international students, or students taking online courses). Each section clearly indicates who must complete that step.
Please monitor the email address used in your application, as important updates and instructions will be sent throughout the spring and summer. If you are not receiving emails from Yale Summer Session, please contact us.
Before You Begin: Determine Which Requirements Apply to You
You may need to complete additional requirements if you are:
- Living on campus
- Attending classes in person
- An international student
- Requesting accommodations
- Taking online courses
- A newly admitted Yale College student
Review each section below and complete any steps that apply to you.
Complete Your Required Tasks
Use the chart below to see which enrollment and preparation steps apply to you based on your student type.
| Task | Yale College Student | Newly Admitted Yale College Student | Visiting Student Living On Campus | Visiting Student Living Off Campus | Visiting Student Online Courses Only |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accept your offer | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Activate NetID | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Pay tuition | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Request accommodations if needed | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Provide proof of immunizations | ✓* | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Submit Yale ID photo | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Plan for your arrival | ✓** | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Check technical requirements | ✓ | ||||
| Get your visa (international students) | ✓ | ✓ |
*Yale students should review their Health On Track portal to confirm they have met all health requirements.
**If living on campus during YSS
Details about each item are below.
Accept Your Offer and Pay Your Deposit and Fees
Required for:
- Visiting students living on campus
- Visiting students living off campus
- Visiting students enrolled in online courses
Not required for:
- Yale College students
To confirm your enrollment, submit your Reply to Offer form within one week of receiving your admission decision. The link is included in your acceptance email.
At that time, you will be asked to pay:
- A $500 nonrefundable tuition deposit (applied to your tuition bill)
- A $50 administrative fee.
- A $125 I-20 processing fee (international students only)
Your place in your courses is not secured until you have submitted the Reply to Offer form and paid the required fees. If you no longer plan to attend, you may use the same form to decline your offer.
Action: Complete your Reply to Offer form and pay the required fees within one week of admission.
Activate Your Yale NetID
Required for:
- Visiting students
- Newly admitted Yale College students
Not required for:
- Current Yale College students with an active NetID
After you submit your Reply to Offer form and pay any required deposit, you will receive two email messages with information about your Yale NetID, typically within 7-10 business days. One message will contain your NetID, and the other will contain your activation PIN and instructions.
Activate your NetID as soon as you receive these emails. Your NetID provides access to Yale systems, including important student resources and required forms.
Already have a NetID?
- Current Yale students should continue using their existing NetID and password.
- Former Yale students who have forgotten their password or need to update it should visit the NetID Management website.
Action: Activate your NetID as soon as you receive your activation information.
Pay Your Tuition and Fees
Required for:
- All students
After you are admitted, Yale Summer Session will generate a student account that reflects your tuition and any applicable housing, dining, or program fees.
Review your account regularly and ensure that your balance is paid by the applicable payment deadline. Payment deadlines, accepted payment methods, and billing information are available on the Payment and Refunds page.
Students with unpaid balances may not be allowed to participate in Yale Summer Session.
Action: Review your student bill and submit payment by the published deadline.
Note: YSS students will not see a summer account balance until mid-March.
Request Accommodations (If Needed)
Required for:
- Any student requesting disability-related accommodations
May apply to:
- Students living on campus who require housing accommodations
- Students with dietary needs related to a disability or medical condition
- Students requiring academic accommodations due to a disability or medical condition
Yale University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure an equitable and inclusive learning environment. Students seeking academic, residential, or disability-related accommodations should register with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) and submit any required documentation as early as possible.
If you have previously received accommodations at Yale, you must renew them for the summer term.
Housing accommodations: Students living on campus who require a disability-related housing accommodation must submit a request through SAS and provide supporting documentation from their treating provider. Once room assignments have been made, housing changes may not be possible.
Dietary accommodations: Students with food allergies or medically required dietary needs should work with SAS to establish an appropriate dining plan. Students with religious dietary needs should contact Yale Hospitality directly.
Academic accommodations: Students who require academic or classroom accommodations due to a disability should submit a request through SAS and provide supporting documentation. Accommodations are determined through an individualized review process and should be requested as early as possible.
Accommodation request deadlines:
- Session A: April 26, 2027
- Session B: May 31, 2027
Action: If you require accommodations, contact Student Accessibility Services and submit all required documentation as early as possible.
Yale Student Accessibility Services
Meet Immunization Requirements
Required for:
- Students attending in-person courses
- Students living on campus
Not required for:
- Students enrolled exclusively in online courses
- Students enrolled exclusively in hybrid courses
Yale requires all students attending in-person courses to submit proof of required immunizations and comply with Yale's immunization policy.
As soon as your NetID is activated, review the Immunization Requirements page and upload all required documentation. Because verification can take time, we strongly recommend completing this process as early as possible.
Failure to meet the immunization requirement by the applicable deadline may result in:
- Removal from on-campus housing
- Inability to attend in-person courses
- Withdrawal from Yale Summer Session
For international students studying on an I-20 issued through Yale Summer Session, failure to meet immunization requirements may also affect immigration eligibility.
Immunization Compliance Deadlines
Session A
Document Submission: April 26, 2027
Compliance: May 10, 2027Session B
Document Submission: May 31, 2027
Compliance: June 14, 2027
Action: Review the immunization requirements and submit all required documentation as soon as your NetID is active.
Upload Your Yale ID Photo
Required for:
- Students attending in-person courses
Not required for:
- Students enrolled exclusively in online courses
Your Yale ID card provides access to campus resources, including libraries, academic buildings, and, for students living on campus, residential colleges and dining halls.
Once your NetID is activated, upload your photo through the Yale ID Center website. Students who do not upload a photo by the published deadline may experience delays in receiving their ID card and accessing campus facilities.
Photo Upload Deadlines
- Session A: May 7, 2027
- Session B: June 11, 2027
Action: Upload your Yale ID photo as soon as your NetID is activated and no later than the applicable deadline.
International Student Requirements
Required for:
- International students attending Yale Summer Session in the United States
Not required for:
- U.S. citizens and permanent residents
- Students enrolled exclusively in online courses outside the United States
International students studying in person must ensure they have the appropriate immigration documentation before arriving on campus. This may include obtaining an I-20, applying for an F-1 student visa, and completing any required immigration procedures.
Upon arrival, students must also complete an immigration check-in with the Office of International Students & Scholars (OISS). Additional instructions will be provided before the program begins.
International students should also review Yale Summer Session's health insurance requirements and any updates provided by OISS.
Action:
- Review visa and immigration requirements as soon as possible.
- If required, obtain your F-1 visa and make travel plans early.
- Complete the OISS immigration check-in after arrival.
- Review health insurance requirements for international students.
Prepare for Arrival or Participation
Required for:
- All students
The final steps before your program begins will depend on how you are participating in Yale Summer Session.
Students attending on campus
- Review program dates and check-in information before making travel arrangements.
- Plan your arrival so that you arrive during the designated check-in period.
- Review what to bring and prepare for summer weather in New Haven.
- Students living on campus should review residence hall information and packing recommendations.
Students living off campus
- Finalize your housing arrangements before the start of the session.
- If desired, enroll in a commuter meal plan by the published deadline.
Students taking online courses
- Confirm that your computer, internet connection, webcam, and software meet the technical requirements for Canvas and Zoom.
- Test your equipment before classes begin to avoid technical difficulties.
Action: Review the resources relevant to your student type and make all travel, housing, dining, or technology arrangements before the start of your program.
Stay Informed and Get Ready for Classes
Required for:
- All students
Throughout the spring and summer, Yale Summer Session will send important information about registration, billing, housing, arrival, academics, and student life. Be sure to monitor the email address you used in your application and read all messages carefully.
Before classes begin, take time to review important program information, familiarize yourself with available student resources, and complete any remaining requirements on this checklist.
If you are missing information or have questions about your next steps, contact Yale Summer Session as soon as possible.
Action: Check your email regularly and complete any outstanding requirements before the start of your program.
Need Help?
Questions? We're here to help.
If you are unsure whether a requirement applies to you or need assistance completing any step, contact Yale Summer Session. It is much easier to resolve questions before the program begins than after you arrive.
Action: Contact Yale Summer Session if you have questions about any requirement on this checklist.