| Policy Title | Summer Session Student Policy |
| Type or category of Policy: | University Policy |
| Approval Authority: | Provost and Senior Vice President |
| Responsible Executive: | Summer Session Coordinator |
| Responsible Office: | Office of Academic Programs, Academic Affairs |
| Owner Contact: | Contact: April Backus, Director of Academic Programs & Events, abackus@siena.edu. |
| Reviewed By: | April Backus |
| Reviewed Date: | September 10, 2024 |
| Last Revised and Effective Date of Revision: | March 26, 2024 |
Reason for Policy
To provide information, deadlines and protocols regarding the Summer Session schedule, Summer Scholars Program, student summer employment and housing, and the High School Scholars Program.
Scope of the Policy: Entities or Individuals affected by this policy:
- All members of the Siena University community
The Official Policy
SIENA SUMMER SESSION
The academic Summer Session is administered annually by the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs (Summer Session Coordinator), with coordination through the three Deans, the School Offices, and the Office of the Registrar. Five academic terms are offered during Summer: two 4-week terms, two 6-week terms, and one 8-week term.
Deans recruit interested faculty members during November and December to allow for initial compilation of the Schedule of Classes. An emphasis each year is placed on offering various Core courses, as well as a variety of other courses and major required/elective courses, in addition to independent studies and internships. Such diversity in offerings is beneficial to increasing enrollment, and affording opportunities for part-time and returning adult students. Full-time faculty members are compensated with an overload stipend, and part-time faculty members receive an adjunct contract. School Offices are required to submit expected faculty member names for contract administration purposes to the Office of Academic Affairs by mid-March, for budget planning/contract preparation.
Registration for classes is conducted through BANNER, in conjunction with Fall Semester registration, and continues through the opening day of each term. Withdrawal and refund policies are published by the Registrar in conjunction with the Summer Schedule of Classes. At the same time, schedule information is published by the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs and posted at www.siena.edu/summer.
Final grades for all courses are to be submitted to the Office of the Registrar through Faculty Self Service within one week of the end of each course. There are no Mid-Term grades used during Summer Session.
Students may only take one 4-week course at a time prior to seeking approval from the Provost’s office.
SUMMER TUITION RATES
Summer Session tuition rates are listed on the website at www.siena.edu/summer.
- Graduate courses are not eligible for the discounted rate.
- The summer tuition rate is only available for courses taught at Siena University.
If a student registers for more than 11 credits, they are considered a full-time student and FULL-TIME TUITION RATES will apply. Students who choose to be full time during the summer must register through the Office of Academic Affairs in Siena Hall 202, and not through self-service. Please see the Siena University Catalog for full-time tuition rates and fees.
SUMMER SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The Siena Summer Scholars Program promotes inquiry and creativity by supporting scholarly activity in which faculty members and students collaborate during the summer.
Information regarding program details, eligibility, stipends and deadlines can be found on
the CURCA website – www.siena.edu/summerscholars.
SUMMER SESSION STUDENT STATUS
Students enrolled at the University during the academic Summer Session are responsible for compliance with all Siena University student policies, contained in Siena Life, and other pertinent policies. Additionally, students not enrolled in a specific course, but are participating as a student researcher/participant under the Siena Summer Scholars / Summer Service Scholars Programs / Summer Project Incubator (SPIn) Program or other similar Summer Research Programs / Independent Studies, or participating in other University-sponsored activities, including their receiving housing and meal plans, are also subject to the same compliance requirements.
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
The University Work Study Program is only available during the fall and spring semesters. Students may be employed during the summer under the University’s “regular” payroll program, processed by the Business Affairs Office. Student employment policies are available for review
STUDENT HOUSING
All students requesting Summer Housing are to submit a housing request to the Office of Community Living. Information about summer housing eligibility, dates, procedures and costs can be found on the website.
Community Living Summer Staffing Support Plan
The Office of Community Living selects Summer Community Assistants (CA), who are charged with maintaining a presence in the assigned Summer Session residence building, assisting student check in/outs, and serving on duty in the evenings, etc. A Residence Hall Director (RD) is also on call, (reachable by cell phone 24/7) to assist Public Safety/Summer CAs in responding to student emergencies /concerns. Students residing in residence halls are responsible for adhering to all policies contained in Siena Life.
Summer Housing COVID-19 Protocols
Vaccination Requirement: While Siena University does not require the COVID 19 or flu vaccine, we strongly encourage students to be vaccinated as a way to protect themselves and the community against contracting either respiratory virus.
Isolation Protocols: Students who test positive will be placed on medical leave and must isolate per CDC requirements. Residential students will need to implement their isolation plans and leave campus to complete their isolation. Student Life will notify a student’s faculty members of their medical leave, per the University’s Medical Leave Policy. Once cleared to return from medical leave and isolation, students should continue to wear a mask for an additional 5 days. Roommates should monitor for symptoms and contact Health Services if they begin to feel ill/symptomatic.
Early Arrival Waivers
Community Assistants, fall season student-athletes and other students, required to receive training immediately prior to the beginning of the fall semester, may request to arrive on campus before the fall semester begins and may be provided with room and board. All departments that require on-campus student training are encouraged to conduct the training during the spring semester before the students leave campus, if possible.
SIENA HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Courses are open to highly qualified and motivated high school juniors and seniors, whose high school counselor or principal recommends them for university-level study. A limited number of seats are available. The objectives of the program are to allow students to explore new subject areas, possible career opportunities, or study a subject in greater depth than may be possible in high school, and to provide students with university campus experience.
Tuition is discounted for High School Scholars. Additional information regarding tuition rates and registration can be found at www.siena.edu/hs-scholars.
Resources
www.siena.edu/summer
Adopted:
Reviewed:
Revised: September 25, 2024 by April Backus