Summer credits can accelerate programs for early graduation or enable students to reduce their academic year credit load. Students can earn credit through distance education courses from their home or summer vacation destination. High school students can gain a competitive edge before entering their freshman year. Teachers can earn credits for advanced degrees, certification requirements, or Act 48 requirements. Anyone can improve computer skills with beginning or advanced technology courses .
Students can earn a minor or a second major without affecting their primary major.
Students can take advantage of opportunities to earn credit in travel study courses in such places as England , France , Mexico , Spain , and Costa Rica . Many interesting special topics courses and short-term workshops are offered. The academic atmosphere is personal and friendly. Up to 17.9 undergraduate credits can be earned in the summer. IUP students may receive financial aid to attend Summer Sessions.