Navigating the Academic Calendar at Elon University
Understanding the academic calendar is crucial for students, faculty, and staff at Elon University. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the key dates and deadlines that shape the academic year, drawing upon specific examples from the academic calendars.
Fall Semester Schedule
The fall semester is a busy time, filled with orientation, classes, breaks, and examinations.
Orientation and Start of Classes
- Orientation is a key event for new students.
- Classes begin on August 26.
- Drop-Add for First Half Semester Courses and Thru Semester.
Drop/Add Period
The drop/add period allows students to make adjustments to their course schedules.
- Drop-Add Ends for First Half Semester Courses at 11:59 PM on August 27.
- Drop-Add Ends for Full Semester at 11:59 PM on September 1.
- Drop - Add Ends for Thru Semester at 11:59 PM on September 1.
Withdrawal Deadlines
Students need to be aware of the deadlines for withdrawing from courses.
- Last Day to Withdraw from First Half Semester Courses (grade of "W") - 11:59 PM on September 25.
- Last Day to Withdraw from Full Semester Courses (grade of "W") - 11:59 PM on October 30.
- Last Day to Withdraw from Second Half Semester Courses (grade of "W") - 11:59 PM on November 14.
Mid-Semester and End of Semester
The middle and end of the semester involve assessments, breaks, and final examinations.
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- First Half Semester Courses End on October 9.
- Mid-Semester Assessments Due at 3:00 PM on October 15.
- Fall Break Begins Following Evening Classes on October 15.
- Fall Break Ends at 8:00 AM on October 20.
- Classes End on December 5.
- Reading Day on December 6.
- Examinations take place from December 8-12.
- Grades are Due at 12:00 PM on December 16.
Important Reminders
- Last Day to Remove "I" and "NR" Grades by 5:00 PM on October 30.
- Registration for Winter, Spring, & Summer Begins on November 5.
- Thanksgiving Holiday Begins After Evening Classes on November 21.
- Thanksgiving Holiday Ends at 8:00 AM on December 1.
Winter Term Schedule
The Winter Term is a shorter, more intensive academic period.
Start of Classes and Drop/Add
- Classes Begin on January 5.
- Drop - Add Begins.
- Drop - Add Ends at 11:59 PM on January 6.
Withdrawal Deadline and Holidays
- Last Day to Withdraw from Courses with a "W" - 11:59 PM on January 16.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday on January 19.
End of Term
- Classes End on January 22.
- Examinations on January 23.
- Grades Due at 12:00 PM on January 26.
Spring Semester Schedule
The spring semester follows a similar structure to the fall semester, with its own set of important dates.
Start of Classes and Drop/Add
- Classes Begin for First Half Semester Courses and Thru Semester Courses on January 29.
- Drop - Add Begins.
- Drop - Add Ends for First Half Semester Courses at 11:59 PM on January 30.
- Drop - Add Ends for Thru Semester Courses at 11:59 PM on February 5.
Withdrawal Deadlines
- Last day to withdraw from first half semester courses (grade of "W") - 11:59 PM on March 2.
- Last day to withdraw from Thru Term courses (grade of "W") - 11:59 PM on April 10.
- Last day to withdraw from second half semester courses (grade of "W") - 11:59 PM on April 28.
Mid-Semester and Spring Break
- Last Day of First Half Semester Courses 11:59 PM on March 17.
- First Day of Second Half Semester Courses on March 18.
- Drop - Add Begins for Second Half Semester Courses.
- Drop - Add Ends for Second Half Semester Courses at 11:59 PM on March 19.
- Spring Break Begins Following Afternoon Classes on March 20.
- Classes Resume on March 30.
End of Semester
- Classes End on May 11.
- Reading Day on May 12.
- Examinations take place from May 13-19.
- Senior Grades Due by 1:00 PM on May 20.
- All Remaining Grades Due at 3:00 PM on May 21.
- Undergraduate Commencement on May 22.
Important Reminders
- Mid-Semester Assessments Due at 3:00 PM on April 2.
- Last Day to Remove "I" and "NR" Grades by 5:00 PM on April 10.
- Registration Begins for Fall on April 16.
- SURF Presentations on April 28.
Additional Information
Class Times
- Note that in order to satisfy the contact hour requirement for SACSCOC the class times for WT classes will be extended 15 min each day.
- Class periods will run 8:30-11:45am and 1:30-4:45pm.
Sports
Elon's athletic teams, such as the women's basketball team, also operate within the academic calendar, balancing games and practices with academic commitments.
- The Phoenix have won three straight games against the Pride, most recently winning 70-51 on Jan.
- The Phoenix won their last meeting 60-48 on Jan.
- Janay Brantley leads Stony Brook, averaging 12.9 PPG.
- Elon continued its late-season surge with a pair of solid performances over the weekend, winning four straight CAA contests at home.
- The Phoenix soared past Campbell with a 68-54 win on Friday behind balanced scoring and defensive intensity, as Ashanti Fox led the way with 12 points while Quinzia Fulmore added 10 points and eight rebounds to flirt with a double-double.
- Ashanti put together another strong weekend to earn her third CAA Rookie of the Week honor on Feb. 23, after averaging 11.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 2.0 steals, making an impact on both ends of the floor.
- Fulmore has elevated her play over the last two games, reaching double figures in back-to-back contests.
Law School Calendar
The Elon University School of Law has its own unique calendar.
- 1L Orientation takes place from August 4-6.
- 1L August Term from August 10-25.
- 1L Break from August 26-28.
- Flex One Day 1 Orientation & Convocation on August 10.
- Flex One Day 2 Orientation on August 11.
- Flex One August Term from August 12-27.
- Flex One Break on August 28.
- Fall Trimester Begins on August 31.
- Labor Day Holiday (No Classes) on September 7.
- Last day to Drop/Add on September 8.
- Wellbeing Day (No Classes) on September 29.
- Last day to withdraw from a course or Law School with a "W" on October 12.
- Fall Break (No Classes) from October 15-16.
- Wellbeing Day (No Classes) on November 11.
- Last day of Fall Trimester on November 20.
- Reading Days from November 23-24.
- Thanksgiving Holidays (No Classes) from November 25-27.
- Final Exams from November 30-December 7.
- Commencement for the Class of 2026 on December 11.
- Winter Trimester Begins on January 4.
- Last day to Drop/Add on January 11.
- Martin Luther King Jr.
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