Information for Parents & Families

May

• May 20: First day of Summer Session 1 classes
• May 22: Last Day to Drop/Add, Request Audit

June

• June 11: Last Day to Withdraw Summer Session 1 Classes
• June 19: Emancipation Day - no classes/offices closed
• June 23: First day of Summer Intensive
• June 23-25: Flock Together — summer advising days for new students
• June 27: Last day of Summer Session 1 classes

July

• July 4: Independence Day - no classes/offices closed

August

• August 1: Last day of Summer Intensive
• August 20: Move-In Day for Fall Semester

Center for Career Development

The career center works with Washington students throughout their time at the College, with milestones every semester. Learn more at their website, or reach out to the contacts to the right.

(Learn about how you can get involved!)

Paid Internships

Washington College has a number of programs offering paid summer internships with nationally renowned partners. In addition to the Hodson Trust Internship Fund that provides support to students through the career center, each of the College's Centers of Excellence has an external internship program as well:

• Explore America Summer Internships (places students at nationally renowned nonprofit and governmental cultural institutions) — Applications for next summer are due Feb. 15, 2025.
• CES Summer Internships (environmental focus) — Applications for next summer are due Feb. 24, 2025.
• Light of Day Internship Fund (literary focus)

 

Research Funding

The Office of Student  Achievement and Success maintains a list of funding sources for academically enriching experiences at Washington College, including money for independent and faculty-led research.

Sophie Kerr Prize

The Sophie Kerr Prize is awarded each year to the graduating senior demonstrating the best potential for future achievement in a literary endeavor. It remains the nation’s largest undergraduate writing prize, more than the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award combined. Learn more about the award and find guidelines on submitting for consideration.

Study Abroad

Studying abroad while at Washington College has far-reaching benefits for students, regardless of their programs of study. It expands world perspectives as it opens minds to different political, social, cultural, and economic traditions. Learn more and find current offerings on the webpage of the Global Education Office.

If your student is joining the Washington College community this fall, there are a number of things for them to do over the summer to get ready. They should find all this information and more at washcoll.edu/new but some dates to be aware of (more details and links on the summer to-do list):

June

• Registration for Flock Together summer advising is due by June 9
•  Also due by June 9: the course selection form, parent/guardian form, and math and language placement exams
• Students must select their Explore orientation session by June 27, but these can fill up! Pick early for best chances of preferred experiences
• Also due by June 27: FERPA releases and federal loan decisions

July

• Student health form and insurance waiver due by July 15

August

• Complete financial responsibility form and pay first tuition bill by August 1
• Sign up for WAC Alerts, register vehicle, and update CampusGroups profile by August 19
• Move-In Day is August 20!
• First day of classes: August 25
• Complete career center assessment by August 31

Pay Tuition Online

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Students are given the option to release three kinds of information to parents/families:

• Billing information
• Financial Aid information
• Academic records

 

To update FERPA access:

1. Log into Self-Service
2. At the top right of the screen, click on your username.
3. Click on "Student Records Release (FERPA)"
4. Click on "Add Person/Relationship.

Each member must be added individually, and their access can be tailored to the students' preference. Access can also be updated at anytime in Self-Service by simply changing the settings.

*** Please note that if access is not granted to anyone, College officials must act under the assumption that the student does not want these records to be released. ***

How do I pay bills?

Washington College has several payment options to choose from. 

How do I opt out of health insurance?

If you are using your own health insurance, you are required to complete a new waiver for each academic year you attend Washington College.

How can my student choose or change their meal plan?

Students can update their meal plans on the Housing Portal.  This is not available during the semester after the drop/add date.  

How can my student contact their advisor?

Faculty advisors are accessible by email or for appointments during office hours listed on their profile pages.

How can my student utilize the health center?

Health & Counseling Services provides care for full-time students during the regular academic year. Students need to call 410-778-7261 to schedule an appointment.

How can my student buy a parking pass?

All students must register their vehicles with Public Safety by completing an online form. Learn more.

What is FERPA?

FERPA is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. Learn more. 

What is the Birthday Ball and are there other annual traditions at Washington College? 

The Birthday Ball is the biggest party of the year, in celebration of our patron George Washington, attended by Alumni, students, professors, staff and friends. For other events that are unique to Washington College, please visit Traditions at Washington College.