Summer 2026 - Make-up, Catch-up, or Accelerate your degree!
Summer 2026 registration will open in early April. The deadline for submission of complete visiting student applications for the June start date is May 27th. We will continue to accept application for courses that begin in July until July 8th.
Each summer, Lehman offers approximately 750 undergraduate and graduate courses across the curriculum. More than 5,000 continuing, new, and visiting students attend Lehman each summer. Our complete summer course schedule will be viewable in late March via CUNY's Global Search. Courses are available in day, evening, online, in-person, and hybrid formats. Applications will be accepted as soon as the summer schedule is viewable.
Summer Terms in 2026 (Tentative)
We hope that you will find courses that work for you in one or more of our accelerated summer terms!
- 11-week: June 1 - August 13
- 4-week 1: June 1 - June 25
- 6-week 1: June 1 - July 9
- 4-week 2: July 13 - August 6
- 5-week 2: July 13 - August 13
Summer Study Abroad
The Study Abroad program at Lehman College is open to both current Lehman College students and Visiting students. Each Summer Lehman sponsors a number of Study Abroad programs.For additional information students should contact the Lehman Study Abroad Office to explore different options and learn more about the enrollment process.
Summer Course Sequences
Students interested in studying a foreign language have the opportunity to complete two semesters of coursework in French or Spanish at Lehman College during our accelerated sessions!
Visit CUNY's global course search page to find the schedule for open language courses.
These courses are available to both current Lehman students as well as visiting students. For additional information about registering for these and other courses, please visit the Application and Registration.
Have you secured an internship in the New York metro area this Summer? Want to earn credit for your internship experience? Earn your credits locally at Lehman College!
Interning in New York City is one of the greatest experiences that a college student can add to his or her resume. As a world class city, New York offers endless opportunities to gain relevant career experiences in nearly any industry.
Summer is a great time in the city! While interning in New York you will be able to immerse yourself in New York City life from taking in a Yankees game, to an afternoon at the Seaport or Central Park, or a visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. There is something for everyone.
Students who secure an internship in the New York metropolitan area are able to participate in this program and will enroll in the 3-credit BBA 370 Internship in Business course. Topics in the course include evaluation of the work experience and its connection to the academic program, development of corporate communication, networking, and orgranizational skills, and assessment and analysis of issues frequently encountered in the workplace and strategies for addressing and resolving them.
Finding an Internship in the New York York Metropolitan Area
The following links will provide you with resources for identifying internship opportunities in the New York City area:
Identifying Housing in the New York Metropolitan Area
While Lehman does not provide housing for students, we have developed a useful website to direct you to a variety of housing options across the city.
Applying for the program
- Students will need to complete a visiting student application
- Students will need to submit a copy of their unofficial transcript
- Students will need to submit a $65 application fee.
Applications will be accepted beginning February 1st and will be accepted until the first day of the term.
Information about how to submit the application is included on the checklist which is downloaded with the visiting student application.
Students will be notified of their acceptance within 24 hours of receipt of their application.
Tuition and Fees
Regular tuition and fees apply.
For additional information about this program, please email visiting.students@lehman.cuny.edu.
The Lehman College Summer Program for High School students is offered through the Office of Special Academic Sessions. This unique program is specifically designed for students who are high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors in the 2023-24 academic year and are seeking a summer college experience. Different from many high school programs, participants will be able to attend a class of their choice (subject to satisfaction of any prerequisites) alongside current Lehman College students as well as visiting students from other colleges and universities. Students enrolling in the program may choose to take a course during either of the terms that begin in July. Course credit earned by program participants is transferrable to most colleges and universities nationwide. Click here to view the list of recommended courses.
Applications will be accepted for this program beginning in April of each year. The deadline for submitting Summer program applications is July 9th. In order to qualify for this program, students must have a minimum high school GPA of 80 and either (1) scored 75+ on the Common Core English Language Arts Regents exam, or (2) scored 500+ on the SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section, or (3) have an 80+ GPA in both English and Social Studies courses.
Rising juniors and seniors must submit the Summer Application for High School Students, a Counselor Recommendation, and a high school transcript. Graduating high school seniors should submit the Visiting Student Application, their high school transcript, and, if available, a copy of their Fall schedule from the college that they will be attending. Students who participate in this program will be charged non-degree tuition and fees for the courses.
All application materials should be uploaded to our secure digital dropbox. If you have questions about the program, please email the Visiting Students Office.
Students who are attending a public school in New York City may prefer to explore the College Now option instead, since tuition is waived for eligible students who take courses offered through that program. Please visit their website and contact them directly with any questions related to course offerings or eligibility.