Navigating the Academic Year: A Guide to North Seattle College's Calendar

Understanding the academic calendar is crucial for students at North Seattle College (NSC) to effectively plan their studies, manage deadlines, and stay informed about important dates and events. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the academic calendar, including key dates for registration, deadlines, holidays, and final exams. The Annual Schedule of Classes at the link below provides a list of courses planned for the academic year.

Key Dates and Deadlines

The academic year at North Seattle College is divided into quarters: Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring. Each quarter has its own set of important dates and deadlines that students need to be aware of.

Summer Quarter 2025 (8 weeks)

May 20: Registration begins for returning students.
May 27: Registration begins for new students.
June 18: Commencement.
July 7: Summer Quarter Begins.
July 10: Last day to withdraw with 100% refund (less processing fee).
July 17: Last day to add/register - instructor permission required. Last day to change audit/credit status without instructor permission. Last day to withdraw without a “W” appearing on transcript.
July 17: Last day to withdraw with 50% refund.
August 14: Last day to change audit/credit status - instructor permission required.

Fall Quarter 2025 (55 Instructional Days)

May 20: Registration begins for returning students.
May 27: Registration begins for new students.
September 23: Seattle Central College President’s Day.
September 24: North Seattle College President’s Day.
September 25: South Seattle College President’s Day.
September 29: Fall Quarter Begins.
October 3: Last day to withdraw with 100% refund (less processing fee).
October 10: Last day to add/register - instructor permission required. Last day to change audit/credit status without instructor permission. Last day to withdraw without a “W” appearing on transcript.
October 18: Last day to withdraw with 50% refund.
October 29: Faculty Development Day (No classes).
November 21: Last day to change audit/credit status - instructor permission required.

Winter Quarter 2026 (56 Instructional Days)

November 10: Registration begins for returning students.
November 17: Registration begins for new students.
January 5: Winter Quarter Begins.
January 9: Last day to withdraw with 100% refund (less processing fee).
January 16: 53rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration.
January 16: Last day to add/register - instructor permission required. Last day to change audit/credit status without instructor permission. Last day to withdraw without a “W” appearing on transcript.
January 24: Last day to withdraw with 50% refund.
February 5: Faculty Development Day (No classes).
February 27: Last day to change audit/credit status - instructor permission required.

Spring Quarter 2026 (54 Instructional Days)

February 17: Registration begins for returning students.
February 24: Registration begins for new students.
April 6: Spring Quarter Begins.
April 10: Last day to withdraw with 100% refund (less processing fee).
April 17: Last day to add/register - instructor permission required. Last day to change audit/credit status without instructor permission. Last day to withdraw without a “W” appearing on transcript.
April 25: Last day to withdraw with 50% refund.
May 5: Faculty Development Day (No classes).
May 29: Last day to change audit/credit status - instructor permission required.

Holidays and Closures (2025-2026)

North Seattle College observes several holidays and closures throughout the academic year. It's important to note these dates as they may affect class schedules and campus services.

Friday, July 4, 2025: Independence Day
Monday, September 1, 2025: Labor Day
Tuesday, November 11, 2025: Veterans Day - Classes not held; however, campus offices remain open
Thursday, November 27, 2025: Thanksgiving Day
Friday, November 28, 2025: Native American Heritage Day
Wednesday, December 24, 2025: Christmas Eve Holiday
Thursday, December 25, 2025: Christmas Day Holiday
Thursday, January 1, 2026: New Year’s Day Holiday
Monday, January 19, 2026: Martin Luther King Jr.

Understanding the Annual Schedule of Classes

The Annual Schedule of Classes provides a comprehensive list of courses planned for the academic year. While NSC strives to ensure its accuracy, changes in funding, staffing, programs, and curriculum may necessitate revisions. Therefore, the Annual Schedule of Classes should not be viewed as an irrevocable contract between the college and its students. Students are encouraged to maintain regular communication with their advisors regarding their educational plans.

Modality (How the Class Meets/Is Delivered)

W.E. represents an In-Person Web-Enhanced class. These classes have a mix of in-person on-campus meetings and online instruction. Online coursework is required outside of the on-campus meetings.
O.A. represents classes that are Online Asynchronous. Asynchronous instruction means you complete weekly course work on days and at times that work for your schedule, although you will have weekly due dates to manage. There are no required scheduled virtual or in-person meetings.
O.S. represents classes that are Online Scheduled. These have class sessions on Zoom or a similar technology. These courses also usually require additional asynchronous online work.
O.B. classes are those that are Online Asynchronous with In-Person meetings. Although primarily an online class, there will be a limited number of required in-person activities (such as exams).
O.W. classes are Online Scheduled with In-Person. classes are part of an Integrated Studies course.
Z courses represent modalities not listed above. These may include field trip courses that only meet one time per quarter. Check the class schedule for information.

Time of Day

The Annual Schedule of Classes does not show specific class times. For that information, please see the quarterly schedule at this link.

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Final Exams

Finals occur during the last three days of the quarter. Your final will take place on the last day of your class.

Fall Quarter 2025

Monday 12/15 | Tuesday 12/16 | Wednesday 12/17

If your class meets on TTh, your final is on 12/16. (If your class meets on Thursdays only, then the final will be the previous week.)
If your class meets on MW, MWF, or W only, your final is on Wednesday 12/17 with no class meeting on Monday 12/15.
If your class meets on M only, your final is on 12/15.
If your class meets MTWTh, your final is on Wednesday 12/17 with no class meetings on Monday 12/15 and Tuesday 12/16.
If your class meets on Fridays only, your final will be the previous week (12/12).
Evening and Saturday courses have their finals on the last possible Saturday or evening in the quarter. For example, if your class meets on Thursday evenings, the final will be during the previous week (12/11). If your class meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, the final will be Tuesday 12/16. If your class meets on Saturdays, your final will be Saturday 12/13.
Check with your instructor for the final due dates for asynchronous online classes. (Asynchronous = online classes with no regularly scheduled Zoom meetings.)

Winter Quarter 2026

Monday 3/23 | Tuesday 3/24 | Wednesday 3/25

If your class meets on TTh, your final is on 3/24. (If your class meets on Thursdays only, then the final will be the previous week.)
If your class meets on MW, MWF, or M only, your final is on Monday 3/23.
If your class meets on W only, your final is on Wednesday 3/25 with no class meeting on Monday 3/23.
If your class meets MTWTh, your final is on Wednesday 3/25 with no class meetings on Monday 3/23 and Tuesday 3/24.
If your class meets on Fridays only, your final will be the previous week (3/20).
Evening and Saturday courses have their finals on the last possible Saturday or evening in the quarter. For example, if your class meets on Thursday evenings, the final will be during the previous week (3/19). If your class meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, the final will be Tuesday 3/24. If your class meets on Saturdays, your final will be on 3/21.
Check with your instructor for the final due dates for asynchronous online classes.

Student Success Stories

North Seattle College prides itself on providing a supportive environment where students can achieve their academic and professional goals. Here are a few examples of how NSC has helped students succeed:

Tam, Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education: “I am very thankful to the instructors and staff at NSC for their intimate guidance and support. The numerous resources available truly enabled me to unlock many opportunities I didn’t believe were possible. I’ll forever cherish all the lessons learned and memories I’ve made here.”
David, Graduate & King County Judge: “As an older learner from a non-traditional background, it was great to be around other students like me at NSC. While we each came from different backgrounds, what we had in common was our belief that education would unlock opportunities for us and for our communities.”
NSC International Business Program Graduate: “I assist 2000+ Port of Seattle employees in strategic business planning with knowledge and tools I learned directly from the NSC International Business program, such as business strategy, accounting, and project management."

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