As Wayne State continues to focus on student success, the university has announced it will continue its popular tuition discount program that saves eligible undergraduate students 30 percent on tuition and housing costs for 2017 spring and summer semester courses.
The Spring/Summer Tuition Break program, launched in 2015, was designed to help students complete their degrees faster, while delivering direct tuition savings. More than 3,000 students took advantage of the program last year, up 14 percent from the program’s introductory year, and its continued growth is expected.
“The spring/summer tuition discount is a great way for students to get ahead,” said Cathy Kay, director of financial aid. “It’s aimed at student success – those who want to finish quickly are able to take more credit hours each academic year.”
To be eligible for the program, students must have registered and be on track to complete 24 credits between fall 2016 and winter 2017, and must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 at the end of fall 2016.
To further assist students, campus housing will also be discounted 30 percent for eligible students who want to live on campus during the spring/summer semesters.
"I'd like to be able to graduate early, and continuing my class work during the spring and summer really helps me stay on track," said Monserrat Morales, a junior majoring in kinesiology who took advantage of the Spring/Summer Tuition Break program last year. "I feel more relaxed during the summer and I like to put that positive energy towards my studies."
Because classes fill up quickly during spring and summer, students are encouraged to schedule a meeting with their advisors to determine their eligibility and to plan their academic schedules. Appointments can be scheduled through wams.wayne.edu.
Priority registration will begin on Monday, Feb. 6, and course schedules, as well as a full registration schedule, are now available.
The priority registration system, which was introduced last year, allows students to register for courses on a rolling basis based on their class standing, with graduate students and upper-level undergraduates receiving first priority.
“We want to make sure that all students – especially as they’re getting closer to graduation – have a chance to get the courses they need on their degree plan in order to finish on time,” said Kurt Kruschinska, WSU’s registrar. “Staying on track to graduate saves students both money and time.”
More information about the Spring/Summer Tuition Break and eligibility requirements can be found online or by contacting the Student Service Center at 313-577-2100 or studentservce@wayne.edu.