1. Lewis & Clark Academic Calendar 2024-2025

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Embark on an extraordinary academic journey with the Lewis and Clark College Academic Calendar 2024-2025. Immerse yourself in a world of intellectual exploration, transformative learning, and enriching experiences tailored to shape your future. From the vibrant campus nestled amidst the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge to the transformative opportunities that await you, prepare to engage your mind and ignite your passions like never before. As you navigate the chapters of this calendar, discover the path that will lead you to academic excellence, personal growth, and lifelong success.

The academic year at Lewis and Clark College commences on August 26, 2024, marking the beginning of the fall semester. This period of intense learning and engagement extends until December 13, 2024, offering a comprehensive array of courses, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities. Transitioning seamlessly into the winter semester, classes resume on January 6, 2025, and continue until May 16, 2025. Throughout this semester, students delve deeper into their chosen fields of study, embark on independent research projects, and participate in experiential learning opportunities that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Beyond the traditional academic calendar, Lewis and Clark College offers a dynamic range of summer programs designed to enrich your intellectual and personal growth. From immersive study abroad experiences to intensive research opportunities, the summer months provide a unique platform for exploration, discovery, and skill development. Whether you seek to immerse yourself in a foreign culture, conduct groundbreaking research, or simply enhance your academic portfolio, Lewis and Clark’s summer programs offer a transformative experience that will empower you to soar to new heights.

Essential Dates and Deadlines

Lewis & Clark College follows a semester-based academic calendar, with the 2024-2025 academic year commencing on August 23, 2024, and concluding on May 16, 2025. The fall semester runs from August 23 to December 19, with classes starting on August 26. The spring semester begins on January 19, 2025, and ends on May 16, with classes commencing on January 21. There is a winter break from December 20, 2024, to January 18, 2025, and a spring break from March 9 to 13, 2025.

Key dates and deadlines for the 2024-2025 academic year include:

Fall Semester 2024

Date Event
August 23, 2024 Classes begin
October 11-12, 2024 Fall break
December 19, 2024 Classes end

Spring Semester 2025

Date Event
January 19, 2025 Classes begin
March 9-13, 2025 Spring break
May 16, 2025 Classes end

Fall Semester Schedule

Course Registration

Fall semester course registration will begin on [date] for continuing students and [date] for new students. Students are encouraged to register for classes as early as possible to secure desired course times and course availability. Open registration will continue until the first day of classes.

Important Dates

The following are important dates to remember for the fall semester:

Date Event
[date] Classes Begin
[date] Labor Day (No Classes)
[date] Midterm Exams
[date] Thanksgiving Break (No Classes)
[date] Final Exams Begin

Winter Term Dates

The Winter Term at Lewis & Clark College runs from Tuesday, January 8, 2024, to Friday, May 2, 2024. Classes will be held Monday through Friday, with no classes on weekends or holidays. The official academic calendar for the 2024-2025 academic year is available on the college’s website.

Important Dates

  • First day of classes: Tuesday, January 8, 2024
  • Last day of classes: Friday, May 2, 2024
  • Spring break: Monday, March 11, 2024 to Friday, March 22, 2024
  • Commencement: Saturday, June 8, 2024

Table of Important Winter Term Dates

Date Event
Tuesday, January 8, 2024 First day of classes
Monday, March 11, 2024 - Friday, March 22, 2024 Spring break
Friday, May 2, 2024 Last day of classes
Saturday, June 8, 2024 Commencement

Spring Semester Timetable

The Spring Semester at Lewis and Clark College typically runs from late January or early February to late May or early June. It is divided into two academic terms, each lasting approximately eight weeks. Here is a general timetable for the Spring Semester 2024-2025:

Spring Term 1

Term 1 begins in late January or early February and ends in late March or early April. Classes typically meet twice a week for 75 minutes each session. Students can expect to take 3-4 courses during Term 1, totaling 9-12 credit hours.

Spring Break

A one-week break from classes occurs between Terms 1 and 2, typically in late March or early April.

Spring Term 2

Term 2 begins immediately after Spring Break and ends in late May or early June. Like Term 1, classes meet twice a week for 75 minutes each session, and students typically take 3-4 courses during Term 2, totaling 9-12 credit hours.

Spring Examinations

Final examinations for the Spring Semester are typically held during the last week of May or first week of June. The exam schedule is published by the Registrar’s Office closer to the end of the semester.

Key Dates for Spring Semester 2024-2025

Event Dates
Spring Term 1 Begins TBD
Spring Break TBD
Spring Term 2 Begins TBD
Final Exams TBD

Please note that these dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the Lewis and Clark College academic calendar.

Summer Session Timeline

The summer session at Lewis & Clark College typically runs from early June to late August. The exact dates vary from year to year, but the following is a general overview of the timeline:

May

Late May: Registration for summer session courses opens.

June

Early June: Summer session classes begin.

July

Late July: Midterm break (one week)

August

Late August: Summer session classes end.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees for the summer session are determined by the number of credits taken. The following table shows the tuition and fees for the 2023 summer session:

Number of Credits Tuition Fees
1-3 $1,500 $150
4-6 $2,500 $200
7-9 $3,500 $250
10 or more $4,500 $300

Note: Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Fall Term

Early Action I: November 15

Early Action II: January 15

Regular Decision: February 15

Spring Term

Early Action: October 15

Regular Decision: December 15

Summer Term

Regular Decision: May 1


Application Deadlines and Decision Dates

Lewis & Clark College operates on a semester system with fall, spring, and summer terms. The application deadlines and decision dates for each term are listed below:

TermApplication DeadlineDecision Date
FallEarly Action I: November 15 Early Action II: January 15 Regular Decision: February 15Early Action I: December 15 Early Action II: February 15 Regular Decision: March 15
SpringEarly Action: October 15 Regular Decision: December 15Early Action: November 15 Regular Decision: January 15
SummerRegular Decision: May 1Rolling admissions###### **Note:** The application deadlines and decision dates for international students may vary. Please check the Lewis & Clark College website for more information. ######### Important Academic Events ###**August 25, 2024 (Monday):** Fall semester classes begin**September 2, 2024 (Monday):** Labor Day (University closed)**October 10-14, 2024 (Monday-Friday):** Fall break**November 11, 2024 (Monday):** Veterans Day (University closed)**November 25-29, 2024 (Tuesday-Saturday):** Thanksgiving break**December 12-19, 2024 (Thursday-Friday):** Final exams**December 19, 2024 (Thursday):** Fall semester ends**January 6, 2025 (Monday):** Spring semester classes begin**January 20, 2025 (Monday):** Martin Luther King Jr. Day (University closed)**March 10-14, 2025 (Monday-Friday):** Spring break**April 25, 2025 (Friday):** Good Friday (University closed)**May 12, 2025 (Monday):** Commencement**May 15-16, 2025 (Thursday-Friday):** Final exams**May 16, 2025 (Friday):** Spring semester endsHolidays and Closures———-Lewis & Clark College follows a 15-week semester system, with the academic year typically running from late August to early December for the fall semester and from mid-January to late April for the spring semester. Here’s a list of key holidays and closures during the 2024-2025 academic year:### Fall Semester 2024 ###• Labor Day: Monday, September 2, 2024• Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 27 - Sunday, December 1, 2024### Spring Semester 2025 ###• Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, January 20, 2025• Spring Break: Saturday, March 15 - Sunday, March 23, 2025### Other Closures ###In addition to scheduled holidays, the college may occasionally close for unexpected events such as inclement weather or campus emergencies. Information about these closures will be announced as soon as possible through official college communication channels.#### Campus Closure Dates for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 #### Event Start Date
Event Start Date End Date
2024 Summer Session June 17, 2024 July 26, 2024
Labor Day Closure September 2, 2024 September 2, 2024
Fall Break October 11, 2024 October 13, 2024
Thanksgiving Break November 27, 2024 December 1, 2024
Winter Break December 14, 2024 January 12, 2025
Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 20, 2025 January 20, 2025
Spring Break March 15, 2025 March 23, 2025
End of Semester April 29, 2025 April 29, 2025
Commencement May 25, 2025 May 25, 2025
Month Date Event
August 21 New Faculty Orientation
August 22-23 Faculty Retreat
September 12 Staff Development Day
February 13 Staff Development Day
March 20 Faculty Development Day
May 29-30 Teaching and Learning Institute
July 7-11 Summer Faculty Development Institute

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