Reason #19 You Should Visit
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Academic Calendar
2023–24, 2024–25
Please note that dates are subject to change. Visit the registrar’s calendar for detailed dates and deadlines.
Fall 2023
Friday, September 1
Central check-in for entering first-year students, transfer students, and Ada Comstock scholars
President's Welcome Assembly
Friday, September 1–Wednesday, September 6: Orientation
The week before the start of classes, new students gather to learn about the college and get to know each other.
Tuesday, September 5–Wednesday, September 6
Key pick-up and move-in for returning students
Thursday, September 7
Classes begin
Wednesday, September 13
Last day to add a course online
Wednesday, September 20
Last day to drop a course online; last day to add a Five College course
Wednesday, September 27
Last day to add a Smith course
To be announced by the president: Mountain Day
Mountain Day is a surprise break from classes. The president chooses a beautiful fall day and announces the holiday by ringing the college bells. Classes scheduled before 7 p.m. are canceled.
Saturday, October 7–Tuesday, October 10
Autumn recess
Thursday, October 12: Sherrerd Teaching Prize Ceremony
The Sherrerd Prize for Distinguished Teaching is given annually to Smith faculty members selected for their distinguished teaching records and demonstrated enthusiasm and excellence.
Friday, October 13–Sunday, October 15: Family Weekend
Students and their families are invited to attend concerts, lectures and panel discussions as well as athletic and social events.
Saturday, October 21:
Inauguration of Sarah Willie-LeBreton
On October 21, 2023, Sarah Willie-LeBreton will formally take office as Smith’s 12th president.
Thursday, November 2: Cromwell Day
Cromwell Day provides dedicated time and space for reflection and education about diversity, racism and inclusion. All morning and afternoon classes are canceled.
Monday, November 6–Friday, November 17
Advising and course registration for the spring 2024 semester
Wednesday, November 22–Sunday, November 26
Thanksgiving recess
Thursday, December 14
Classes end
Friday, December 15–Sunday, December 17
Pre-examination study period
Monday, December 18–Thursday, December 21
Final examinations
Friday, December 22, 2023–Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Winter recess
Friday, January 5
Faculty: Fall 2023 grades due at noon
Interterm 2024
Wednesday, January 3–Tuesday, January 23
During January interterm, the college is open, but residence is not required. Interterm provides time for students to investigate a special area of interest; to participate in courses, activities and conferences at Smith and other area colleges; to do work in libraries, museums, laboratories, etc.; to participate in internships; to work on research projects; or to enjoy the facilities of the campus at a more leisurely pace. No classes are held on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 15.
Spring 2024
Thursday, January 25
Classes begin at 8 a.m.
Wednesday, January 31
Last day to add a course online
Wednesday, February 7
Last day to drop a course online; last day to add a Five College course
Wednesday, February 14
Last day to add a Smith course
Thursday, February 22: Rally Day
Rally Day is highlighted by an all-college convocation at which distinguished alumnae are awarded the Smith College Medal, with a reception to follow. Afternoon classes are canceled.
Saturday, March 16–Sunday, March 24
Spring recess
Monday, April 8–Friday, April 19
Advising and course registration for the fall 2024 semester
TBA: Celebrating Collaborations
Celebrating Collaborations is Smith’s annual showcase of student research and performance, highlighting the collaborative efforts of students and faculty.
Thursday, May 2
Last day of classes
Friday, May 3–Monday, May 6
Pre-examination study period
Tuesday, May 7–Friday, May 10
Final examinations
Monday, May 13
Faculty: Senior and graduate student grades due at noon
Sunday, May 19: Commencement
Commencement Weekend is Smith’s final chance to honor its graduating seniors and to observe such traditions as Ivy Day and Illumination Night. The weekend culminates on Sunday when families, friends and seniors gather for the awarding of diplomas.
Monday, May 20
Faculty: Non-senior grades due at noon
Thursday, May 23–Sunday, May 26 (tentative)
Second Reunion Weekend
Please note that dates are subject to change. Visit the registrar’s calendar for detailed dates and deadlines.
Fall 2024
Tuesday, September 3
Classes begin
Monday, September 9
Last day to add a course via Workday
Monday, September 16
Last day to drop a course via Workday; last day to submit a Five College course registration request
Monday, September 23
Last day to add a Smith course
To be announced by the president: Mountain Day
Mountain Day is a surprise break from classes. The president chooses a beautiful fall day and announces the holiday by ringing the college bells. Classes scheduled before 7 p.m. are canceled.
Saturday, October 12–Tuesday, October 15
Autumn recess
Wednesday, October 16
Faculty: mid-semester grades due
Friday, TBA–Sunday, TBA: Family Weekend
Students and their families are invited to attend concerts, lectures and panel discussions as well as athletic and social events.
Tuesday, November 5–Friday, November 15 (tentative)
Advising and course registration for the spring 2025 semester
Tuesday, November 12: Cromwell Day (tentative)
Cromwell Day provides dedicated time and space for reflection and education about diversity, racism and inclusion. All morning and afternoon classes are canceled.
Wednesday, November 27–Sunday, December 1
Thanksgiving recess
Thursday, December 10
Classes end
Wednesday, December 11–Saturday, December 14
Pre-examination study period
Sunday, December 15–Wednesday, December 18
Final examinations
Thursday, December 19, 2024–Sunday, January 5, 2025
Winter recess
Monday, January 6
Faculty: Fall 2024 grades due at noon
Interterm 2025
Monday, January 6–Friday, January 24
During January interterm, the college is open, but residence is not required. Interterm provides time for students to investigate a special area of interest; to participate in courses, activities and conferences at Smith and other area colleges; to do work in libraries, museums, laboratories, etc.; to participate in internships; to work on research projects; or to enjoy the facilities of the campus at a more leisurely pace. No classes are held on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 20.
Monday, February 3
Faculty: Interterm grades due by noon
Spring 2025
Monday, January 27
Classes begin
Friday, January 31
Last day to add a course via Workday
Friday, February 7
Last day to drop a course via Workday; last day to submit a Five College course registration request
Friday, February 14
Last day to add a Smith course
Thursday, February 20: Rally Day
Rally Day is highlighted by an all-college convocation at which distinguished alumnae are awarded the Smith College Medal, with a reception to follow. Afternoon classes are canceled.
Saturday, March 15–Sunday, March 23 (tentative)
Spring recess
Tuesday, April 8–Friday, April 18 (tentative)
Advising and course registration for the fall 2025 semester
Friday, May 2
Last day of classes
Saturday, May 3–Monday, May 5
Pre-examination study period
Tuesday, May 6–Friday, May 9
Final examinations
Monday, May 12
Faculty: Senior and graduate student grades due by noon
Sunday, May 18: Commencement
Commencement Weekend is Smith’s final chance to honor its graduating seniors and to observe such traditions as Ivy Day and Illumination Night. The weekend culminates on Sunday when families, friends and seniors gather for the awarding of diplomas.
Monday, May 19
Faculty: Non-senior grades due at noon
Thursday, May 22–Sunday, May 25 (tentative)
Second Reunion Weekend
