Inside Look

See why students like Eyouel Mekonnen take summer courses

Are you behind in your field of study? Do you have general education coursework you need to complete? Either way, EKU's Summer session has you covered with the classes you need. We asked EKU grad student, Eyouel Mekonnen, why he’s taken summer courses with EKU.

Stay on Campus for EKU Summer 

Did you know that you can live on campus for EKU Summer? You can have fun in the sun and still earn credits conveniently at your own pace! Summer courses are a great way to catch up or get ahead of your workload. 

Top Reasons You Should Take Gen Eds in the Summer

General education courses, or gen eds, are the building blocks of your degree. Gen Eds give you the opportunity to gain a wide variety of knowledge and skills to prepare for your future career and help you tackle the real world. But why should you take them in the summer? 

Graduating in four years or less is nearly every college student’s goal. Most programs are designed for four years of coursework, and following that path is often the most cost-effective way to go. But sometimes, interruptions to our education can make it difficult to graduate on time.