In 2022-2023 the University established a common academic calendar framework across all academic programs at University of Redlands, with the exception of the Graduate School of Theology (GST). This means that all academic programs start and finish within a common block of instructional weeks, which enables students improved access to register for courses across the University.
The common academic program maximizes access to courses, study away programs, and pathways for all of our students. It also streamlines billing and maximizes financial aid opportunities for students with the most demonstrated financial need. For purposes of financial aid and billing, the University has established three periods of enrollment detailed below.
Fall 2023: Classes that fall between August 28, 2023 and December 16, 2023
Spring 2024: Classes that fall between January 8, 2024 and April 27, 2024
Summer 2024: Classes that fall between April 29, 2024 and August 17, 2024
Please review the FAQs below for more information about the benefits of the University’s common calendar and how it will impact your billing and financial aid experience. If you have any questions, please contact Student Financial Services at SFS@redlands.edu or 909-748-8047.
General Financial Aid FAQs
The 2023-2024 Academic Calendar can be found here.
Yes, monthly payment plans will continue to be available for all periods of enrollment.
This will only impact financial aid of College of Arts and Sciences Students for classes during the summer period (April 29, 2024 to August 17, 2024). Financial aid for all other schools and all other terms will not change. Please review your financial aid offer letter in Self-Service for information about your financial aid.
Financial aid for College of Arts and Sciences students for classes during Summer 2024 will be reviewed beginning in April 2024. Financial aid eligibility will be reviewed based on prevailing policies for State, Federal and Institutional financial aid using each student’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and enrolled credits for the period of enrollment between April 29, 2024 and August 17, 2024, typically referred to as May Term and Summer Term.
Students enrolled in May Term and Summer classes in the College of Arts and Sciences will now be billed in early April 2024 for their combined May Term and Summer Term tuition, room, and meal plan, if applicable. Students will have 30 days to establish satisfactory payment arrangements through a one-time payment, payment plan, or financial aid.
The billing process for all other schools and all other terms will not change.
CAS Financial Aid FAQs
College of Arts and Sciences students who are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant will be awarded Pell Grant for the summer period based on their eligibility. In order to assist in predicting if you will be eligible for Pell Grant during the Summer period, below is a table of estimated Pell Grant Amounts based on EFC and enrolled credits for your review.
| Summer/May Term Estimated Federal Pell Eligibility | ||
| EFC | Enrolled credits between April 29, 2024 and August 17, 2024 | Estimated Amount |
| 0 | 1-5 | $924 |
| 0 | 6-8 | $1,849 |
| 0 | 9-11 | $2,773 |
| 0 | 12+ | $3,698 |
| 2000 | 1-5 | $680 |
| 2000 | 6-8 | $1,361 |
| 2000 | 9-11 | $2,041 |
| 2000 | 12+ | $2,722 |
| 4000 | 1-5 |
$430 |
| 4000 | 6-8 | $861 |
| 4000 | 9-11 | $1,291 |
| 4000 | 12+ | $1,722 |
| 6000 | 1-5 | $180 |
| 6000 | 6-8 | $361 |
| 6000 | 9-11 | $541 |
| 6000 | 12+ | $722 |
| Please note, these are estimates based on the standard Pell grant table. | ||
College of Arts and Sciences students who are eligible for a Federal Direct Loan, can use their loans during the summer period if the following are true:
- Enrolled in at least 6 credits during the Summer period
- Did NOT use all or a part of their federal direct loans during the Fall/Spring terms
Most other types of financial aid are not available for the Summer Term. If you have questions about your individual situation, please reach out to Student Financial Services.
Yes, CAS students may take two residential (on-campus) or online May Terms free of tuition charges. May Term Travel and Nonresidential CSAC courses are not considered residential (on-campus) courses and are excluded from calculation for two tuition free May Terms. Registration for additional May Term courses will be charged at the established per credit rate for the academic year.
Students enrolled in residential (on-campus) May Terms and living on campus will be charged housing during May Term.
May Term Housing Rate: $419
May/Summer Term Financial Aid FAQs
No, your eligibility for loans for classes during the summer period (April 29, 2024 and August 17, 2024) will be determined based on your enrollment during that period. To be eligible for a Parent PLUS loan you must be enrolled in at least 6 credits. For private loans, you will need to check with your lender about specific enrollment criteria.
Yes, all students enrolled in residential (on-campus) May Terms and living on campus will be charged for a meal plan during May Term.
May Term Meal Plan Rate: $443
Registration for additional May Term courses is charged at the established per credit tuition rate for the academic year, which is $1790 per credit.
Students participating in a May Term Travel Course will be billed on January 23, 2024 or within seven business days of registering for the May Term Travel Course. Each May Term Travel Course has its own cost and refund policy. For more information about May Term Travel Courses, please contact the Study Away Office or your course’s faculty member. This information can be found at https://www.redlands.edu/study/study-away/cas-study-away/programs/may-term-travel-courses/.
Students can begin making payments toward their May Term Travel Course at the time the charge is applied to self-service and a satisfactory payment arrangement must be made by April 22, 2024. Students participating in May Term Travel Courses have a variety of payment options, including one- time payments, monthly payment plans, and financial aid.