E-mail this pageFrequently Asked Questions About Summer Session
How Many Credits Can I Take During Summer Session?
Answer: The maximum number of credit hours allowed during summer session is 15 credits for undergraduate and graduate students.
Students may be granted permission to exceed the maximum number of credits allowed per session by completing the Permission for Credit Overload form available at the Registrar's Office, 3rd floor Kehoe (518-564-2100). This form requires written approval from the student's academic advisor and department chairperson; non-matriculated students must receive permission from the director of admissions.
Can I Take More Than One Course At a Time?
Answer: Yes, as long as you don't go over the maximum number of credits.
How Do I Register Online Via Banner Web?
Answer: You may access the Web from any computer at home or from any of Plattsburgh's computer labs. If you are registering for Plattsburgh's courses at our Adirondack Community College (Queensbury) site, we welcome you to use the computer lab located in the Scoville Learning Center or the computer located in our Branch Campus located at Adirondack Community College.
Instructions for New Users
1. Access Banner Web from www.plattsburgh.edu
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2. Click Banner Web icon.
3. Click Login to Secure Area link.
4. Enter USER ID: enter your social security number
5. Tab to PIN field (do not press the return/enter key).
6. Enter PIN: enter the last six digits of your social security number if this is your initial login to Banner Web. This PIN is known as your initial PIN and is effective only during your first login. You will receive a prompt to change your initial PIN. At this time, enter your own six-digit PIN (only digits between 0 – 9; do not use spaces or hyphens).
7. Re-Enter Old PIN = last 6 digits of your social security number
8. New PIN = new 6 digits of your choice
9. Confirm New PIN = re-enter new PIN
10. Login
11. Student Menu
12. Registration Menu
13. Select Term = Summer 2008; submit term
14. Look Up Classes to Add
15. Use Class Search Option (use drop-down arrows to refine your search)
16. Check box next to desired course(s), scroll to end of page, and submit changes, or enter the course reference number (CRN) directly and submit changes.
17. Your registration results are available immediately online. The course registration status is listed as "Web Registered" when you have successfully registered for a course.
Payment is not required at the time of registration. The Student Accounts Office will forward a bill to your home address shortly after registration. Non-attendance does not remove tuition and fee liability.
Is Housing Available?
Answer: Yes, on–campus residence halls, conveniently located near classroom buildings are available from May 25 to August 16, 2008. Single and double occupancy accommodations are available in a traditional residence hall setting. Roommate requests can be accommodated.
A Summer Off-Campus Housing List is available for arranging an apartment for the summer (usually on a monthly rental basis). For more information, contact Housing and Residence Life (Algonquin Hall 103) at 518-564-3824 or 1-800-569-5716 or via e–mail at housing@plattsburgh.edu .
Is Food Service Available?
Answer: Yes, A la carte food service will be available at Fresh Express/High Peaks Bagels in the Angell
College Center beginning May 19, 2008, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m."All you can eat" dining service will be available approximately June 30 through August 1 at Clinton Dining Hall
(includes breakfast, lunch and dinner). Meal hours are limited on weekends.
When Will My Summer Session Bill Be Available?
Answer: Summer Session bills will be available after course registration. Payment is due by the first day of summer session. If course adjustments are made after your bill is available, please make the necessary adjustments on Banner Web or your paper bill. If you make adjustments on your paper bill, return the bill with payment.
How Do I Pay My Summer Session Bill?
Answer: Tuition and fees may be paid in the following ways:
1. Banner Web: http://banweb.cc.plattsburgh.edu
2. Check or money order (payable in U.S. funds to SUNY Plattsburgh)
3. MasterCard, Visa or Discover cards
4. Our Payment Plan. See Banner Web for details.TO PAY ONLINE:
1. Go to www.plattsburgh.edu and click on "Login to Banner Web" and then login.
2. Click on the "Financial Services Menu" link.
3. Click the "Summer 2008 - Adjust Bill, Accept Charges, Make Payment" link.
5. Select your optional fees.
6. Click [Update Charges] button.
7. Click [Accept Charges] button.
8. At the bottom of the "Account Summary with Financial Aid" screen,
Click [Make a Credit Card Payment] or
Click [Make a Web Check Payment] or
Click [Enroll in the College Payment Plan].
9. Print a receipt for your records.LATE PAYMENT
Please make payment by the due date to avoid administrative and late payment fees. Bills process after the bill due date will be assessed an administrative fee of $30 to $50 depending on the balance. A late payment fee of up to $50 per month thereafter may be charged on outstanding balances, up to a maximum of four charges per semester.
Do I Need to Apply to the College to Take a Course?
Answer : Undergraduate courses are open to all individuals who meet course requirements. Graduate courses are open to individuals who have earned a bachelor's degree. No more than 12 graduate credits taken as a non-matriculated student may be applied toward a graduate degree at this college. Students who would like to be formally admitted to an undergraduate program (for fall or spring) should contact the Admissions Office at (518) 564-2040.
Do I Have to Be a Student at SUNY Plattsburgh to Take a Summer Session Course?
Answer: No. Non-matriculated students may register for classes by submitting a pre-registration form, and after being approved, they may register on Banner Web at the designated time.
What If I Have Questions About a Course?
Answer: Contact the appropriate academic department by searching for their listing in the campus directory .
How Do I Find Out About My Summer Session Grades?
Answer: Summer session grades are available online via Banner Web (http://banweb.cc.plattsburgh.edu ):
1. Login to Banner Web
2. Student Menu link
3. Final Grade link
4. Select Summer 2008 term
5. SubmitThe system of letter grades is as follows:
GRADING QUALITY POINTS
A = 4.0 Superior E = Failure
A– = 3.7 CR = 0 Credit
B+ = 3.3 PR = 0 Proficiency
B = 3.0 Good P = 0 Pass
B– = 2.7 PC = 0 Pass by Challenge
C+ = 2.3 I = 0 Incomplete
C = 2.0 Satisfactory IP = 0 In Progress
C– = 1.7 W = 0 Withdrew Passing
D+ = 1.3 U = 0 Audit
D = 1.0 MinimumPlease Note: Graduate students may not receive grades below a C. Graduate failure equals an E grade.
Where Do I Purchase Summer Session Course Textbooks?
Answer : Textbooks required for each course are available in the College Store prior to the start of each course. College Store summer hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Textbooks and required supplies can be ordered online at www.mypsubookstore.com .
The Bookstore will be open until 6 p.m. on June 9 and July 14. Call 564-2082 or 1-877-778-4438. The Check Cashing window will be open 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
How Do I Withdraw from a Summer Session Course?
Answer: You must obtain the instructor's signature on the Course Schedule Adjustment Form and submit this form to the Registrar's Office by the midpoint of the course. The Course Schedule Adjustment Form is required for a withdrawal processed after the midpoint of the course; signature of the dean is required. A W (withdrawal) grade notation will be entered on your academic record.
Am I Liable For Tuition Even If I Don't Attend A Summer Session Course?
Answer: All students who register for a Summer Session course are responsible for the accuracy of their course registration and the tuition and fees associated with the course. Non-attendance does not remove tuition and fee liability.
Contact Information
For more course information, contact the appropriate Academic Departments. For general Summer Session information, contact:
Registrar Office
101 Broad Street, Kehoe 3rd Floor
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Phone: (518) 564-2100
Toll Free: (800) 570-1634
Fax: (518) 564-4900
E-mail: registrar@plattsburgh.edu