O-Term

8-Week Program for New Students

The O-Term is an 8-week accelerated program designed for new students who were unable to enroll in August but want to begin a college degree program in the fall. Students who enroll in the O-Term can complete a full courseload of 12 credits for the academic year by taking two MiniMester classes (one in January and one in May), or they can take additional courses at their own pace.

Program Benefits

This program is designed to allow students to begin later in the term with the goal of completing a full year of coursework in a compressed timeframe at a reduced cost.

Kickstart Your Degree

Earn 6 credits in 8 weeks as a full-time student
Cost includes a FREE January MiniMester 3-credit online course (special offer with this program only)
Half-days of in-class learning, 4 days a week (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, 9:00am–noon)
Scholarships and housing awards are available

Enjoy the Full College Experience

Enjoy extracurricular activities — time for fun, relaxation, and out-of-classroom learning
Live and dine on campus for ease and convenience
Connect with your classmates immediately as part a living and learning cohort
Get full access to all campus amenities and activities
Take advantage of all that Mitchell College and New London have to offer

Program Schedule

Oct. 22

2:00pm—Move-in
5:00pm—Cohort Dinner and Activities

Oct. 23

9:00am—Breakfast
10:00am—Orientation

Oct. 24

First Day of Classes

Oct. 25

Last Day to Withdraw with Full Refund (no refunds after this date)

Dec. 13

Last Day of Classes

Fall 2024 Courses

Courses are thoughtfully selected to fulfill general education requirements in subjects of high interest. Courses are designed to prepare students well for future coursework, either in the MiniMester program or in the regular session the following fall semester. All students in the O-Term program must take both courses and will earn a total of 6 credits:

CO126: Interpersonal Communication (3 credits)

Tuesday and Friday, 9:00am–noon

Ever wonder how some people just seem to know how to win friends and influence people? Or why first impressions last longest? What these idioms have in common is that they help explain the importance of appropriate interpersonal communications. Knowing one’s audience as well as the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of effective interpersonal communications is essential in school, work, and life. This course exposes students to various interpersonal communication conventions and expectations required of a professional career. It also provides in-person practice at implementing them as one enters, participates in, and leaves the classroom.

PY216: Psychology of Well-Being (3 credits)

Monday and Thursday, 9:00am–noon

The application of psychology has traditionally focused on “making miserable people less miserable” (Seligman, 2004). However, a new era of psychology has shifted toward utilizing the science of the discipline to “improve normal lives.” In this course students critically consider the principles of positive psychology and apply evidence-based interventions to enhance their own psychological well-being as they think about what really causes happiness.

Note: Satisfactory completion of both courses is required to fulfill program requirements.

Program Cost

Tuition	$9,372.50
Room and Board + Meal Plan:	$4,040
Fees	$750
TOTAL	$14,162.50

Cost is equivalent to 1/4 of annual tuition. Cost covers 2 classes (3 credits each, for 6 total credits) for the O-Term, plus a special offer of a free January MiniMester course (3 credits) for a total of 9 credits.

*Includes $250 refundable breakage deposit.