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[star]The application will open in mid-January 2026.

Yale Summer Session welcomes a variety of students—from Yale College students and newly-admitted Yale College students to visiting college students, international students, pre-college students, and adult learners. Each student type has specific application instructions and requirements.

Use the links below to find the application information that fits your student type and get started with your application. We’re here to help if you have questions along the way!

[date] 2026 Yale Summer Session Dates

Session A: May 25 - June 26, 2026

Session B: June 29 - July 31, 2026

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Welcome to Yale Summer Session! Explore new interests, continue your academic progress, and make the most of your summer. Before applying, please review the application requirements and key information for Yale College students below.

Explore the Yale Summer Session application process and find key information to help newly admitted Yale College students—both incoming first-year and transfer students—prepare to take summer courses.

Discover everything you need to apply, study, and experience an unforgettable summer at Yale as a visiting college student.

Experience Yale Summer Session as an international student—study with peers from around the world, earn Yale credits, and immerse yourself in a dynamic global academic community.

Experience college life at Yale as a high school student—join university classes, learn from world-class faculty, and challenge yourself in an inspiring academic environment.

Join Yale Summer Session as an adult learner or professional—enhance your skills, explore new interests, and engage with Yale’s faculty in courses designed to help you reach your goals.

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