Plan now to take an online Winter Session course

Get a head start on college by taking online courses and earning credits during Winter Session 2026, which runs January 2–17. Applications will be accepted October 15–December 1.

Precollege admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis, which means that we will review and act on complete applications and enrollment requests as they are received. Because this application process requires a number of steps (outlined below) and many of our courses fill before the deadline, we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Note: Enrollment in the program is a two-step process:

  1. You will apply to Precollege Studies and indicate your general program interests.
  2. If accepted, you and your selected parent/guardian will select and enroll in your specific course(s), submit program payment, and complete required forms.

Before you begin

To apply

1. Create an account

2. Complete your application form

  • Submit an application statement

    Enter your response to the application statement in English.

  • Upload copies of the following documents, with any social security and account numbers removed or blacked out:
    • Complete high school transcript
    • Your most current grade report
    • One teacher or counselor recommendation
    • International students: Your most recent English Language Proficiency scores if required. See English Language Proficiency requirements.
  • Pay your application fee

    A nonrefundable fee of $75 must be paid in our secure online system when you submit your application.

3. Check your online account

After you submit your application, you will receive an email with instructions for logging into your online account to

  • Check the status of your application
  • Upload additional materials (if required)
  • View your admissions decision when available

Admissions decisions are usually made within approximately two weeks of receiving your complete application.

What happens next?

If accepted, congratulations! Next, please complete the following:

  • Submit required forms.
  • Select your course(s).
  • Submit the tuition payment.
  • Get ready for an exciting winter course!