Summer Session at Truman State University

Out of care for the health and safety of our students and staff, given the continued uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the very difficult decision to not hold the Joseph Baldwin Academy on our campus this summer. However, to continue providing our students with outstanding learning opportunities, we will be offering the 2020 Joseph Baldwin Academy in an online format, and at a significantly reduced rate, to those who are interested.

JBA Online will be held in one session taking place July 6-24, 2020, and consist of four of our most popular classes that have been converted for use in an online setting. We know that many students come to JBA for its social aspects, and we are planning to address this as well. Beyond academics, our staff is building an online social experience utilizing the same online tools as classes. Students will meet and get to know their peers while engaging in fun and entertaining activities, just as they would normally at JBA. Each day will include 1-2 hours of activities, along with daily challenges that encourage students to extend activities beyond the scheduled online time. Part of our goal with the design of this program is to give students engagement opportunities that get them away from the computer and outside. We also want to continue to build the sense of JBA community that we are known for in a safe, moderated environment.

The cost of JBA Online is $550 per student. Families have received notification that includes instructions on how to register for JBA Online. Notification was delivered via email. An additional first-class mailing will also be delivered. JBA Online registration opens on April 20th at 5pm. The deadline to re-register for JBA Online is May 15, 2020. While class sizes will be larger than normal, seats are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you have any questions about JBA Online, please email [email protected].

We know this transition is difficult and we appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Trying to get into high demand sections of online COMM 170 or STAT 190? We just added new sections, so grab your seats while they last.

Help Truman build a Summer Session that's just right for you! Complete our survey and help us schedule the classes that you need. Visit the survey at:

Summer Session Course Preference Poll

Registration begins March 21. Do you know what classes you're taking? Visit summer.truman.edu and start making your summer plans!

It's time to start thinking about summer classes! Registration begins right after Spring Break and in-demand classes go quickly. Check-out the Open Course List and start your summer planning today!

The team at Truman Summer Sessions (Institute for Academic Outreach) works hard to bring current and future Truman students great summer experiences. We are proud to share that Truman was the only institution to receive three Creative and Innovative Awards from the North American Association of Summer Sessions at its national convention this November. Look for great new initiatives this year!

Why should you consider enrolling in Summer or Interim courses at Truman State University? Check out our top ten list to find out!

Why Enroll in Summer Session? | Truman Summer Session “It’s been a long year! I’m tired. I just want to go home, get a nice day job, and spend the evening with my friends.”

The Open Course List is running and you can check-out our summer and interim class offerings now! Visit http://summer.truman.edu/courses/ and click on the Open Course List link. The course you want not there? Tell us! We appreciate your feedback.

Courses | Truman Summer Session A wide variety of course options are available to students interested in summer enrollment. Typically, around 150 on-campus and online courses are offered at Truman each summer.