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Summer 2023 Has Options

This summer, from July 24 - August 17, take advantage of a unique opportunity for free college credit! Southern is offering a free, 3-credit-hour, class in our third summer session. This offer is only available to undergraduate students enrolling at Southern for the first time. The tuition is on us; you’ll only pay for your housing, textbooks and food. This is a great opportunity to get a head start on your classes and benefit from a great discount.

*If you take a 4-credit-hour class during SmartStart, you will be required to pay for the additional credit.

When selecting SmartStart classes please note the SmartStart filter on the left side of the course schedule. Class dates will be listed as July 24 - August 17, 2023. Science SmartStart classes duration will be listed as July 17 - August 17, 2023.
The Details
Tuition (for one 3-credit-hour class) Free (worth $2,325)
Resident Hall Housing $300
Books + Food Variable
Total $300 + books + food
Next Steps
We're excited you're considering taking this free class. To get started, you'll need to apply to Southern, be accepted, and then sign up for a class in our summer session.

If you have already been accepted to Southern, your next steps are:

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Questions about SmartStart? Connect with our First Year Experience Team.

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