Wintermester FAQs

1. When is the Wintermester?

The dates for the Wintermester can be found at Wintermester | Office of the Registrar | Baylor University

2. How many classes can I take during the Wintermester?

Students may take one course (3 Credit hours, or one lecture/lab course for 4 Credit hours) in the Wintermester.

3. What classes will be offered?

Courses offered in the Wintermester session can be found by searching the Schedule of Classes online database at https://www1.baylor.edu/scheduleofclasses. Once on that page, select the Wintermester session and search. This will return all sections of classes offered during the Wintermester.

4. What is the cost for Wintermester?

Information about the cost of Wintermester may be located at Tuition | One Stop Student Financial Services | Baylor University

5. Can I drop the class or make changes?

Yes; however, there are deadlines for adding and dropping a course. The registration schedule is located at Wintermester | Office of the Registrar | Baylor University.

6. If I drop my Wintermester class, can I get a refund?

Potentially. For the most up to date information from Student Financial Services, visit their Wintermester page at https://onestop.web.baylor.edu/apply-aid/current-undergraduate/wintermester

7. What technology do I need?

You need a computer, a webcam/microphone (built-in is fine), and a reliable internet connection. NOTE: If you do not have access to a laptop computer, a limited number of laptop computers are available from HelpDesk+ in the Library until Dec. 22. If you need to borrow one, begin the request process here: https://www.baylor.edu/case/index.php?id=972099 Please ensure that you make these arrangements as early as possible before leaving campus for the semester.

8. How much time should I plan to spend on my class each day during Wintermester?

Consider your class your full-time job, spending 7-9 hours per day.
Consult Canvas for your syllabus prior to class and prepare for Day 1 accordingly.
It is extremely important NOT TO FALL BEHIND BY EVEN ONE DAY given the short duration of the session.

9. Who do I contact for help?

For General & Technology - Wintermester@baylor.edu. This dedicated email is devoted to the students, faculty, and staff participating in the Wintermester. It will be actively monitored M-F, 8-5 CST while the Univ. is otherwise closed (Dec. 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, and Jan. 2). When University is open, contact offices directly.

For Canvas issues - please contact Canvas support via chat, phone, or email (https://www.baylor.edu/canvas/, 844.334.0228). Canvas support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

For Medical – The 24/7 Nurse Helpline will be available during this time and can be reached by calling 254- 710-1010. Students also have access to virtual urgent care, nutrition, and psychiatry services through Academic Live Care. Services may be accessed through baylor.academiclivecare.com. The service key/coupon code is ALCBAYLU. All services are FREE to students and available to any Baylor student within the U.S.

For Counseling - The Counseling Center has enhanced services by partnering with Academic Live Care to provide 24/7/365 counseling for all Baylor students regardless of location. Students should visit baylor.academiclivecare.com or call 833-969-3998 for more information about counseling options. All services are FREE to students and available to any Baylor student within the U.S. or abroad.

10. What Student Success Services will be open to help me succeed?

11. Will the Writing Center be open?

No; however the Writing Center has provided the following resources:

University Writing and Grammar Resources

Purdue OWL (Online Writing Lab): owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: writingcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/
Texas A&M University: writingcenter.tamu.edu/Students/Writing-Speaking-Guides
Indiana University: wts.indiana.edu/writing-guides/index.html

Style Guides and Grammar Handbooks

12. What other services will be available during the term?

Baylor Police will be working 24/7 during the holiday to protect those who live on-campus. If you live in Waco but off-campus, Waco PD will be available. 254-710-2222
Report It will be monitored, but as it is not an emergency response tool, any response will be after staff return to work. Emergencies should be reported to BUPD. https://www.baylor.edu/reportit/

13. What will be closed?

The university as a whole will be closed December 23 through January 2. This will include, among others: Library, Counseling Services, Health Center Services, Care Team Services, Student Life Center, and SUB.

14. How do I get my books?

Syllabi are typically available 7 days prior to start of class on Canvas. In some cases, the professors may email the syllabi to those registered early. Students can go the Baylor Bookstore online at https://www.bkstr.com/baylorstore, where they can see what textbooks are affiliated with the course.

15. Can I take a Baylor Wintermester course AND a Wintermester course at another institution simultaneously (concurrent enrollment)?

No, Baylor University will not recognize concurrent enrollment in a Wintermester course at another institution if a student is enrolled in the Wintermester at Baylor.

16. Will the students complete course evaluations?

Yes. Information about course evaluations may be found at Wintermester | Office of the Registrar | Baylor University

17. When are Wintermester grades due?

Information regarding when Wintermester grades are due may be found at Wintermester | Office of the Registrar | Baylor University