Navigating the Foothill College Academic Calendar

Foothill College operates on an academic calendar comprising fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. Understanding the academic calendar is crucial for students to effectively plan their enrollment, manage deadlines, and stay informed about important dates and holidays. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the Foothill College academic calendar, focusing on key dates and deadlines for registration, add/drop periods, holidays, and final exams.

Understanding the Quarter System

Foothill College follows a quarter system, which divides the academic year into four terms: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer. The Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters are typically 12 weeks long, while the Summer quarter is shorter, with varying session lengths.

Key Dates and Deadlines

Fall Quarter

Foothill's fall quarter typically runs from late September to mid-December. For example, the fall quarter ran from September 22 to December 12.

Application for Admission Opens: May 1
View Schedule of Classes: June 22
Priority Registration Begins: July 21
Group Registration Opens: Late July through early August (Groups 1-8)
Fall Classes Begin: Monday, September 21
Labor Day Holiday (No Classes, Offices Closed): September 7
Last Day to Add 12-Week Classes: October 4
Last Day to Drop Classes Without a "W": October 4
Veterans Day Holiday (No Classes, Offices Closed): November 11
Last Day to Drop Classes With a "W": November 13
Thanksgiving Holiday (No Classes, Offices Closed): November 26-27
Final Exams: December 7-11
Last Day to Petition for a Fall Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT): Wednesday, October 1
Last Day to Request Pass/No Pass Grade: Friday, Dec. 12

Winter Quarter

The Winter Quarter typically runs from early January to late March. For example, Winter Quarter 2025 runs Jan. 6-March 28.

Application for Admission Opens: October 1
View Schedule of Classes: October 20
Priority Registration Begins: November 10
Group Registration Opens: Mid-November (Groups 1-8)
First Day of Winter Quarter: January 5
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (No Classes, Offices Closed): January 19
Last Day to Add 12-Week Classes: January 19
Last Day to Drop Classes Without a "W": January 19
Presidents' Holiday (No Classes, Offices Closed): February 13-16
Last Day to Drop Classes With a "W": February 27
Final Exams: March 23-27
Last Day to Request Pass/No Pass Grade: Friday, March 27/28

Specific dates for Winter Quarter 2025 include:

Read also: Affording Foothill College

Registration begins: Nov. 10, 2024 - Jan. 5, 2025 (depending on priority group)
Last day to add 12-week, quarter-length classes: Friday, Jan. 17
Last day to drop for a full refund or credit for 12-weeks, quarter-length classes: Sunday, Jan. 19
Last day to drop 12-week, quarter-length classes with no record of grade: Sunday, Jan. 19

Spring Quarter

The Spring Quarter generally spans from early April to late June. For example, Spring Quarter 2026 runs Monday, April 6-Friday, June 26.

Application for Admission Opens: January 19
View Schedule of Classes: January 26
Registration Opens Based on Priority Registration Group: February 17
Group Registration Opens: Late February through early March (Groups 1-8)
Spring Classes Begin: April 6
Last Day to Add 12-Week Classes: April 19
Last Day to Drop Classes Without a "W": April 19
Memorial Day Weekend (No Classes, Offices Closed): May 23-25
Last Day to Drop Classes With a "W": May 29
Juneteenth Holiday (No Classes, Offices Closed): June 19
Final Exams: June 22-26
Graduation: June 27

Specific dates for Spring Quarter 2025 include:

Last day to add 12-week, quarter-length classes: Friday, April 18
Last day to drop 12-week, quarter-length classes with no record of grade: Sunday, April 20
Deadline to petition for spring associate degree to be included in Commencement 2025 printed program: Friday, May 9
Last day to petition for spring associate degree or certificate: Friday, May 30
Last day to request pass/no pass grade: Friday, June 27

Summer Quarter

The Summer Quarter is shorter than the other quarters and consists of various sessions. Most Foothill six-week summer session classes run June 30-Aug. 8.

Registration Begins: May 12

Important Note: Add/drop and other important dates for summer are specific to each course section. Students should view their class schedule in MyPortal for deadlines for their summer classes.

Registration Information

Priority Registration

Foothill College offers priority registration to eligible students. To receive priority registration, students must complete all required steps. These steps have shown higher success in achieving student goals.

Read also: Foothill College Requirements

Registration Groups

Registration is typically opened in groups based on priority. Registration dates vary depending on the student's group. Refer to the academic calendar for specific group registration dates.

Payment

Payment in full is required at the time of registration and when adding subsequent classes. Students are encouraged to pay their fees as soon as possible after registering. Foothill College offers financial aid options and payment plans to help students pay for college. If you plan to take 12 units or more (full-time status), you may be eligible to have the cost of tuition and fees fully paid for your first year at Foothill.

Adding and Dropping Classes

Students are not permitted to submit add codes after the end of the second week of classes. Deadlines for adding and dropping classes vary depending on the length of the class. Students can view their class schedule in MyPortal for specific deadlines.

Last Day to Add: The last day to add 12-week, quarter-length classes typically falls around the end of the second week of the quarter.
Last Day to Drop with a Refund: The last day to drop for a full refund or credit for 12-week, quarter-length classes is usually a few days after the add deadline.
Last Day to Drop Without a "W": The last day to drop classes without a "W" (Withdrawal) grade is the same as the last day to drop with a refund.
Last Day to Drop With a "W": The last day to drop classes with a "W" varies by quarter, typically occurring a few weeks after the start of classes.

Pass/No Pass Grade Option

Students can request a Pass/No Pass (P/NP) grade for certain courses. The last day to request a P/NP grade is typically near the end of the quarter. Students can complete the request using the Pass/No Pass Form.

Additional Information

Holidays and Breaks

Foothill College observes several holidays throughout the academic year, during which classes are not held and offices are closed. These holidays include Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, and Juneteenth.

Read also: Campus Guide

Final Exams

Final exams are typically held during the last week of each quarter. The final exam schedule is usually published in advance.

Associate Degree Petitions

Students who are planning to graduate with an associate degree or certificate must submit a petition by the specified deadline. The deadline to petition for a spring associate degree to be included in the Commencement program is earlier than the final deadline to petition for the degree.

Resources

MyPortal: Students can access their class schedule, view important deadlines, and find registration information in MyPortal.
Foothill College Website: The Foothill College website provides detailed information about the academic calendar, registration procedures, financial aid, and other resources.
Counselors: Students can meet with a counselor for assistance with academic planning, registration, and other questions.

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