Summer Session

Thinking ahead? One summer class could save you an entire semester. Take advantage of summer by registering for courses at Minnesota West to help graduate on time or earlier.

Graduate faster. Lighten your load. Boost your credentials.

At Minnesota West, tuition is a fraction of the cost at four-year universities and private two-year trade schools.

Not a Minnesota West student? No problem. Take summer courses here and transfer the credits to your home institution. Our courses match those offered at four-year colleges and universities, without the four-year price tag.

Accelerated courses let you earn credits faster.
Credits transfer easily across the Minnesota State system and to many other colleges and universities.
Flexible summer options include in‑person, online, and hybrid courses.
Minnesota West is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission

Summer Courses

Summer Financial Aid

Tuition and Fees

Enrollment for Visiting Students

Summer courses are open to visiting students (students not enrolled at Minnesota West). Credits are highly transferable throughout the Minnesota State system and beyond.

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Current Students

Before registering for classes in eServices, it's a good idea to meet with your student services advisor.

New Students Starting at Minnesota West

Your first step is to apply to Minnesota West. After you complete your admissions steps, you'll meet with a student services advisor to register for summer classes.

Visiting Students

If you want to take a summer class at Minnesota West and you currently attend a college or university within the Minnesota State system, you can register for classes within eServices.

Bookstore Charging

Students registered for the summer term who have a current financial aid application and no holds may charge books and course materials through the Online Bookstore. Charges are applied to the student account and must be paid, even if financial aid does not cover the full amount.