Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
Who can attend summer sessions?
Current Georgia Southern students who are in good-standing, transient students, and newly admitted students can attend summer sessions. Newly admitted students should contact the Office of Admissions if you are unsure of your eligibility. All others should contact the Registrar’s Office with questions.
How many credit hours can I take this summer?
Undergraduate students can take no more than seven hours per term and no more than 12 hours total for the summer. Graduate students should check with their advisor to determine how many hours they can take over the summer.
Will I be automatically dropped from my class if I never attend?
Yes. If you do not attend the first day of class, you will be dropped from the course. If there is an emergency, please log into MyGeorgiaSouthern and click on the “Exemption Request Form.” Please follow those instructions to hold your seat in the course you will miss.
Do transient students have to attend SOAR?
No, transient students do not attend SOAR.
Tuition and Fees
When are my tuition and fees due?
All tuition and fees are due the first day of classes for the academic session of the semester which is May 13.
In addition to tuition, what University fees do I have to pay in the summer?
All students will be charged the technology fee and special institution fee. Students enrolled in four or more credit hours with at least one credit hour designated “In person” will be assessed all mandatory university fees. In person course campuses are coded 10, 20, and 30. All students living on campus & enrolled with billed hours will be charged all the mandatory university fees. For more details regarding mandatory fees, please visit FY24 Mandatory Fees.
Will I have Financial Aid over the summer?
Depends – please contact your Financial Aid advisor to discuss your eligibility.
Registration and Transcripts
How do I register for classes?
New students will register for their classes during SOAR, and after advisement, current students can log into WINGS via the https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/ portal to register for classes. Graduate students need to consult their advisor for registration information.
How do I get a Registration Access Number?
New students will be given a RAN during SOAR, and current students will obtain a RAN during advisement. The RAN allows you to register for classes.
Why do I need an Eagle ID number?
Your Eagle ID number allows you to register for classes, pay your tuition and fees, view your schedule and grades and request transcripts. Always have your Eagle ID card with you while on-campus.
I like the name of a course. Where do I find the course description?
If you’re looking on the Course Search webpage, by clicking on the course prefix and number (ex: ENGL 4337), a new page will appear with the course description, schedule information, professor information and show how many open seats are available in the course.
How do I check my schedule for the summer?
Log into MyGeorgiaSouthern, and click on WINGS. Then, click on “Student Records,” then click on “Registration,” then click on “Concise Student Schedule.” Select “Summer 2024” from the drop-down menu, and your schedule will appear with time and date information as well as professor information.