Overview
For military service members, transitioning from serving our country to earning a college degree is a life-changing and challenging undertaking. That is why Quinnipiac and the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs have designed this 8-week, 7-credit, on-campus summer program specifically for student veterans and their dependents in their first year of study. Aimed at advancing academic and career readiness for adult learners, the program offers 6 course credits to both QU matriculated and nonmatriculated students plus a 1-credit Learning Strategies Seminar (QU 105). Participants also will have special access to tutoring support, career readiness workshops and alumni networking events.
At the end of this course, you will have achieved the following:
- Earned (7) summer course credits toward your degree in just 8 weeks.
- Formed important connections with QU faculty, staff, students and alumni through special career development workshops and networking events.
- Maximized your summer and potentially your VA education and/or disability benefits.
Learn more about Quinnipiac University’s Veterans and Military Programs
Schedule
Summer program session dates:
Arrival/orientation: June 28 – Program end/departure: August 20 (8 weeks)
- On-Campus Resident Arrival Move-in Date: June 27*
*Move-in date may be subject to change following COVID-19 testing & quarantine guidelines. Students opting into on-campus housing will be notified of any changes in policy or dates
- Program Start/Orientation & Development Week: June 28 – July 2
- Summer Term II Courses Begin: July 6
- Summer Term II Courses and Program End: August 20
- On-Campus Resident Departure/Transition Date: August 21
Sample Daily Schedule: This is only a sample schedule and is subject to change due to a variety of factors.
| Time |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
| 9 a.m. |
(Optional) Drop-in hour for access to academic tutoring & support |
(Optional) Drop-in hour for access to academic tutoring & support |
(Optional) Drop-in hour for access to academic tutoring & support |
(Optional) Drop-in hour for access to academic tutoring & support |
(Optional) Drop-in hour for access to academic tutoring & support |
| 10 a.m. |
Course #1
Live Class Instruction |
|
Course #1
Live Class Instruction |
|
Course #1
Live Class Instruction |
| 11 a.m. |
Course #1
Live Class Instruction |
QU 105 Learning Strategies Seminar |
Course #1
Live Class Instruction |
QU 105 Learning Strategies Seminar |
Course #1
Live Class Instruction |
| Noon |
Lunch Break |
Lunch Break |
Lunch Break |
Lunch Break |
Lunch Break |
| 1 p.m. |
|
(Optional) Drop-in hour for access to academic tutoring or other needs for support |
|
(Optional) Drop-in hour for access to academic tutoring or other needs for support |
|
| 2 – 3 p.m. |
Course #2
Live Class Instruction |
|
Course #2
Live Class Instruction |
|
Course #2
Live Class Instruction |
| After Hours |
|
(Optional) Career Development Guest Speaker |
|
Alumni & Career Networking Event |
|
Participation Requirements
This program is open to both matriculated Quinnipiac students and non-Quinnipiac students who meet the participation requirements listed below.
Participants must:
- Be 18 years or older at the start of the program
- Have proof of prior military service (e.g., active duty, reserve, retired) or be a direct legal dependent of a military service member (e.g., active duty spouse, legal dependent)
Have the following qualifications:
- A high school degree/diploma or equivalent
- Be in their first years of study and be headed toward a 4-year degree or beyond
Equipment or materials needed to participate:
- Reliable access to a computer and Wi-Fi, as well as a smartphone for digital recording purposes
- Students may incur additional costs or need to purchase additional course supplies such as: textbooks, equipment, supplies, etc. associated with the course they are enrolled in.
Program Pricing Options
- Option 1: $14,000 covers program tuition plus on-campus single residence accommodations and meal plan
- Option 2: $9,720 covers program tuition only, no accommodations or meal plan (commuter student)
Please note: Quinnipiac accepts all Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) education and disability benefits to eligible veterans, military and dependents for this program.
Program pricing includes:
- Summer course tuition and fees for (7) total course credits
- QU 105 Learning Strategies Seminar (1 credit), plus your choice of two of these four 3-credit undergraduate core courses listed below:
- AR 251 Studio Art: Drawing
- HS 132 US History Since Reconstruction
- EC 111 Principles of Microeconomics
- MA 107 College Algebra
- Programming and event related fees
- Dedicated tutoring support from the Learning Commons
Veteran-focused professional development workshops and seminars (e.g., college transition, veteran affairs, networking, career development, etc.)
- Community-building trips and networking events with QU students, veteran organizations, alumni, faculty, etc.
- (Option #1) On-campus full room and board
- On-campus single residence accommodation
- Gold meal plan for on-campus dining
Due dates to apply and pay:
Deadline to apply: June 4, 5 p.m.
We are accepting applications through June 4; however, we cannot guarantee acceptance into the program as space is limited and individual courses are typically capped at 20 students. Enrollment is determined on a first payment basis.
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Payment deadline: June 4, 5 p.m.
Payment Methods and Refund/Cancellation Policy
Optional information:
QU accepts all Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) education and disability benefits to eligible veterans, military and dependents.
