Catamount Gap

• Move-in: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 (late move-in is allowed on June 22 morning for special circumstances)
• WCU Orientations: Thursday and Friday, June 22 and 23, 2023
• MAPS Orientation: Saturday, June 24, 2023
• Classes begin: Monday, June 26, 2023
• Classes end: Friday, July 28, 2023
• Closing Ceremony and Move-out: Saturday, July 29, 2023
• Fall Classes begin: Monday, August 21, 2023

CORE Class #1:

USI 130: The University Experience (1 credit)
Introduction to the university and to higher education. Discussion of issues involved in the transition from high school to college like time management, brain-based studying techniques, etc. Overall emphasis on academic and career planning and personal development.

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Core Class #2 (one of the following 3 credit classes):

• English 101: Writing and Rhetoric (ENGL 101)
• English 190: Freshmen Seminar in Literature (ENGL 190)
• Communication 201: Foundations of Communication (COMM 201)
• Math 130: Precalculus I (MATH 130)

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Free Choice Class #3 (one of the following 3 credit classes):

   - Health 111: Stress Management (HEAL 111)
   - Psychology 150: General Psychology (PSY 150)
   - Art 104: Introduction to the Visual Arts (ART 104)
   - Geology 141: Earth History and Prehistoric Life (GEO 141)
   - Education 190: Teachers, Schools and Society (EDCI 190)

Class Size: 
These classes are small, approximately 20 to no more than 25 students per course section, so that students receive personal attention from their instructors.

Study Hall Sessions:
In addition to the coursework above, students are required to attend study hall sessions from Monday to Thursday. 

Sample of Summer Academic Schedule

Students in Catamout Gap are eligible to apply for federal financial aid to cover the cost of the program. If you are interested in financial aid for Summer School, you must also complete FAFSA for 2022-2023. You may apply for summer FAFSA now. Questions about financial aid should be addressed to the Western Carolina University Financial Aid Office at 828.227.7290 or emailed to finaid@wcu.edu.

The summer costs include tuition, fees, room, board, and all learning community activities. The costs for the fall and spring semesters are at the regular school year rate. We will update with 2023 costs ASAP, but below are the costs of 2021 Catamount Gap:

*Single rooms are available for additional cost, but are limited. Contact Residential Living for more information.

If the student is not waiving health insurance, then there will be an additional fee added for Student Health Insurance. The amount for summer coverage (July) is yet to be determined. This cost will be added to the student's bill and removed if the student waives the Student Health Insurance for the school year. 
The deposits ($150 tuition and $150 housing) will be subtracted from the total summer charges. 
Note: Only one set of deposits ($300 total) needs to be paid and will cover enrollment for the summer and fall terms. Deposits are non-refundable.
Orientation charges: 
The Orientation charges for students and guests must be paid prior to attending orientation. More information about Orientation will be sent in April. 
(The University reserves the right to alter any charges without any prior notice upon direction from the appropriate governing authorities.)

Students may participate in intramurals, attend movies and concerts, get involved with campus leadership opportunities. Activities have included rock climbing, hiking, whitewater rafting, tubing, camping, canoeing, baseball games, regional/cultural tours, and picnics. Students are encouraged to be actively engaged and to make suggestions for special trips and excursions.

For more information, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.