Hi everyone! Can some of you answer when the second semester usually starts at most colleges? I assume it would be after winter break, but I'm not sure of the exact timing. Any help would be appreciated!
Hello! In many colleges in the U.S., the second semester typically starts in mid to late January, following winter break. However, this is subject to vary depending on the academic calendar of specific institutions. Some may start earlier or later, and others might have a short "J-term" (January term) for intensive courses before the traditional second semester starts.
It's always best to check the academic calendar of the specific college you're interested in for precise dates, as factors like location, size, public versus private, and traditional versus trimester/quarter system could all potentially influence the start and end dates of semesters. Don't forget that other key dates like enrollment, drop/add period, and holidays will be listed there too.
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