Wells Summer Music Institute
The Wells Summer Music Institute (WSMI) empowers music educators by enhancing their skills and advancing their professional development through immersive summer courses and workshops. WSMI offers an innovative blend of academic courses as well as specialized seminars led by nationally recognized leaders in 21st-century music education. We provide courses in various modalities, with three pricing options, allowing educators a flexible and personalized approach to their learning. All courses meet NASM accreditation standards and fulfill requirements for teacher certification renewal and professional growth programs. The mission of the Wells School of Music is to deliver an inclusive, world-class education by engaging students in diverse and evolving educational experiences that fosters artistic excellence and empowers them to become valuable contributors to the future of music education.
Contact our Graduate Coordinator, Dr. Jonathan Fowler, with any questions about the WSMI.
4 OPTIONS TO ENROLL
Students with a master’s degree who are seeking additional graduate credits can enroll in summer courses as non-degree-seeking students. This option allows you to earn continuing education credits while benefiting from a $200 tuition discount per credit.
Students who do not hold a master’s degree but wish to receive graduate credit may take classes at standard WCU graduate tuition and fees. These credits are transferrable, if later enrolling in a master’s degree program.
Students enrolled in a traditional master’s degree will enroll in the course(s) and pay standard WCU graduate tuition and fees.
WSMI workshops are approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) to qualify for Act 48 hours. Students who choose this option will pay a lower rate than standard tuition and will not enroll in the course for university credit.
SUMMER 2025 COURSE OFFERINGS
Modern Music & Technology
Ensembles & Conducting
Theory & History
Music Education Foundations
Additional Information
Tuitions and Fees
| Enrollment Options | In-State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|
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Master's+ |
Tuition - $316 per credit* Fees - $139 per credit *Reflects $200 tuition discount |
Tuition - $574 per credit* Fees - $151 per credit *Reflects $200 tuition discount |
|
Non-Degree Seeking |
Tuition - $516 per credit Fees - $139 per credit |
Tuition - $774 per credit Fees - $151 per credit |
|
Master's Students |
Tuition - $516 per credit Fees - $139 per credit |
Tuition - $774 per credit Fees - $151 per credit |
|
ACT 48 Workshop |
$1200 per workshop* *Costs may vary by program |
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Parking
Students can park in M Lot, which is the large parking lot outside of Swope Music Building. There is no charge to park in M Lot during the summer sessions.
Housing
University Student Housing may have some rooms available at a nominal fee, you can find more information about their on-campus housing options here. There are also several hotels in close proximity to West Chester. Below is a partial listing.
Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndam West Chester (.8 mi)
500 Willowbrook Lane West Chester, PA 19382
610-674-1224
Hotel Warner (1.0 mi)
120 N High St
West Chester, PA 19380 610 692-6920
Holiday Inn Express and Suites West Chester (3.4 mi)
1310 Wilmington Pike West Chester, PA 19382
610-399-4600
Home2Suites by Downingtown (7.8 mi)
975 E. Lancaster Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335
610-873-1200
Sheraton Great Valley Hotel (9.5 mi)
707 East Lancaster Avenue Frazer, PA 19355
610-524-5500
Meal Plan
WCU offers various meal plan options throughout the year. You can find more information about the meal plan options here.
Choosing Enrollment Options
We provide courses in various modalities, with three pricing options, allowing educators flexibility and a personalized approach to their learning. Choose the option that makes the most sense for you!
Master's+
Students with a master's degree who are seeking additional graduate credits can enroll in summer courses as non-degree-seeking students. This option allows you to earn continuing education credits while benefiting from a $200 tuition discount per credit.
Non-Degree Seeking
Students who do not hold a master's degree but wish to receive graduate credit may take classes at standard WCU graduate tuition and fees. These credits are transferrable, if later enrolling in a master's degree program.
Master's
Students enrolled in a traditional master's degree will enroll in the course(s) and pay standard WCU graduate tuition and fees.
Act 48
WSMI workshops are approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) to qualify for Act 48 hours. Students who choose this option will pay a lower rate than standard tuition and will not enroll in the course for university credit.