As the academic year progresses, it's essential for students, faculty, and staff to stay informed about important dates and deadlines. Stark State College's 2025 calendar is packed with crucial events, from semester start and end dates to holidays, breaks, and registration periods. Here's a comprehensive rundown of the key dates to mark on your calendar.
Academic Calendar Overview
Before we dive into the specifics, it's helpful to understand the overall structure of Stark State's academic calendar. The college operates on a semester-based system, with two main semesters: fall and spring. There are also several shorter sessions, including winter and summer terms. Each semester typically consists of 15 weeks of instruction, followed by a week of finals.
Fall 2025 Semester
The fall semester is one of the most popular times of the year, with students returning to campus after the summer break. Here are some critical dates to keep in mind:
August 24, 2025: Fall semester begins September 7, 2025: Labor Day holiday (college closed) November 25-27, 2025: Thanksgiving break (college closed) December 12, 2025: Fall semester ends December 14-18, 2025: Finals week
Important Fall Semester Deadlines
Don't miss these essential deadlines during the fall semester:
August 10, 2025: Last day to register for fall semester September 14, 2025: Last day to drop a course without penalty October 31, 2025: Last day to withdraw from a course
Spring 2025 Semester
The spring semester brings a new wave of students to campus, and here are the essential dates to mark on your calendar:
January 11, 2025: Spring semester begins January 18, 2025: Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday (college closed) March 8-14, 2025: Spring break (college closed) April 30, 2025: Spring semester ends May 3-7, 2025: Finals week
Important Spring Semester Deadlines
Don't miss these critical deadlines during the spring semester:
December 20, 2024: Last day to register for spring semester January 25, 2025: Last day to drop a course without penalty March 13, 2025: Last day to withdraw from a course
Winter and Summer Sessions
In addition to the two main semesters, Stark State College also offers shorter sessions during the winter and summer. Here are the key dates to keep in mind:
Winter session 2025: January 4-22, 2025 Summer session 2025: May 31-July 22, 2025
Important Winter and Summer Session Deadlines
Don't miss these critical deadlines during the winter and summer sessions:
December 6, 2024: Last day to register for winter session January 3, 2025: Last day to drop a course without penalty (winter session) May 14, 2025: Last day to register for summer session June 17, 2025: Last day to drop a course without penalty (summer session)
Additional Important Dates
Here are a few more dates to keep in mind:
Commencement ceremony: May 9, 2025 College-wide assessments: Various dates throughout the semester Final exam schedule: Available on the college website
Stay Informed and Plan Ahead
By staying informed about these important dates, you can plan ahead, avoid missing deadlines, and make the most of your academic experience at Stark State College. Be sure to check the college website regularly for updates and changes to the calendar.
Stay ahead of the game and make this academic year count!
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