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Academic Calendar
2021–22, 2022-23, 2023-24
Please note that dates are subject to change. Visit the registrar’s calendar for detailed dates and deadlines.
Fall 2021
Friday, August 27
Central check-in for entering first-year students, transfer students, and Ada Comstock scholars
Friday, August 27–Wednesday, September 1: Orientation
The week before the start of classes, new students gather to learn about the college and get to know each other.
Tuesday, August 31–Wednesday, September 1
Key pick-up and move-in for returning students
Wednesday, September 1
Opening convocation
Thursday, September 2
Classes begin
Monday, September 6: Labor Day
Classes canceled
Thursday, September 9
Last day to add a course online
Thursday, September 16
Last day to drop a course online; last day to add a Five College course
Thursday, 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 9–Tuesday, October 12
Autumn recess
October 26: 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 29–Sunday, October 31: Family Weekend
Students and their families are invited to attend concerts, lectures and panel discussions as well as athletic and social events.
Thursday, November 4: Cromwell Day (tentative)
Cromwell Day provides dedicated time and space for reflection and education about diversity, racism and inclusion. All classes are canceled.
Monday, November 8–Friday, November 19 (tentative)
Advising and course registration for the spring 2022 semester
Wednesday, November 24–Sunday, November 28
Thanksgiving recess (houses close at 10 a.m. on November 24 and open at 1 p.m. on November 28)
Friday, December 10
Regularly scheduled Monday classes meet only; classes end
Saturday, December 11–Monday, December 13
Pre-examination study period
Tuesday, December 14–Friday, December 17
Final examinations
Saturday, December 18, 2021–Sunday, January 2, 2022
Winter recess (houses close at 10 a.m. on December 18 and open at 1 p.m. on January 2)
Thursday, January 6
Fall 2021 grades due
Interterm 2022
Monday, January 3–Friday, January 21
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 17.
Houses open for returning students at 1 p.m. on January 2. Students returning from study abroad/away, readmitted students and transfers for the spring semester may move in Thursday, January 20.
Spring 2022
Thursday, January 20–Sunday, January 23
Orientation for entering students
Monday, January 24
Classes begin at 8 a.m.
Friday, January 28
Last day to add a course online
Friday, February 4
Last day to drop a course online; last day to add a Five College course
Friday, February 11
Last day to add a Smith course
Thursday, February 24: 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 12–Sunday, March 20 (tentative)
Spring recess (houses close at 10 a.m. on March 12 and open at 1 p.m. on March 20)
Monday, April 4–Friday, April 15
Advising and course registration for the fall 2022 semester
TBA: Celebrating Collaborations
Celebrating Collaborations is Smith’s annual showcase of student research and performance, highlighting the collaborative efforts of students and faculty.
Friday, April 29
Last day of classes
Saturday, April 30–Monday, May 2
Pre-examination study period
Tuesday, May 3–Friday, May 6
Final examinations
Saturday, May 7
Houses close at 10 a.m. for all students except graduates, Commencement workers and those with Five College finals after May 8
Monday, May 9
Senior and graduate student grades due
Sunday, May 15: 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 16
All houses close at noon
Monday, May 16
Non-senior grades due
Thursday, May 19–Sunday, May 22 (tentative)
Second Reunion Weekend
Add the academic calendar to your Smith Google Apps calendar! Under “Other Calendars,” type “academiccalendar” into the “Add a coworker’s calendar” field. Or get the academic calendar for Apple’s Calendar app.
Please note that dates are subject to change. Visit the registrar’s calendar for detailed dates and deadlines.
Fall 2022
Friday, September 2
Central check-in for entering first-year students, transfer students, and Ada Comstock scholars
Friday, September 2–Wednesday, September 7: Orientation
The week before the start of classes, new students gather to learn about the college and get to know each other.
Tuesday, September 6–Wednesday, September 7
Key pick-up and move-in for returning students
Wednesday, September 7
Opening convocation
Thursday, September 8
Classes begin
Wednesday, September 14
Last day to add a course online
Wednesday, September 21
Last day to drop a course online; last day to add a Five College course
Wednesday, September 28
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 8–Tuesday, October 11
Autumn recess
TBA: 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 28–Sunday, October 30: Family Weekend
Students and their families are invited to attend concerts, lectures and panel discussions as well as athletic and social events.
Thursday, November 3: Cromwell Day (tentative)
Cromwell Day provides dedicated time and space for reflection and education about diversity, racism and inclusion. All classes are canceled.
Monday, November 7–Friday, November 18 (tentative)
Advising and course registration for the spring 2023 semester
Wednesday, November 23–Sunday, November 27
Thanksgiving recess
Friday, December 15
Classes end
Friday, December 16–Sunday, December 18
Pre-examination study period
Monday, December 19–Thursday, December 22
Final examinations
Friday, December 23, 2022–Monday, January 2, 2023
Winter recess
Friday, January 6
Fall 2022 grades due
Interterm 2023
Wednesday, January 4–Tuesday, 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 16.
Spring 2023
Thursday, January 26
Classes begin at 8 a.m.
Wednesday, February 1
Last day to add a course online
Wednesday, February 8
Last day to drop a course online; last day to add a Five College course
Wednesday, February 15
Last day to add a Smith course
Thursday, February 23: 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 11–Sunday, March 19 (tentative)
Spring recess
Monday, April 3–Friday, April 14
Advising and course registration for the fall 2023 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 4
Last day of classes
Friday, May 5–Monday, May 8
Pre-examination study period
Tuesday, May 9–Friday, May 12
Final examinations
Monday, May 15
Senior and graduate student grades due
Sunday, May 21: 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 22
Non-senior grades due
Thursday, May 25–Sunday, May 28 (tentative)
Second Reunion Weekend
Add the academic calendar to your Smith Google Apps calendar! Under “Other Calendars,” type “academiccalendar” into the “Add a coworker’s calendar” field. Or get the academic calendar for Apple’s Calendar app.
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
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
Wednesday, September 6
Opening convocation
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
TBA: 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.
TBA Friday–Sunday: Family Weekend
Students and their families are invited to attend concerts, lectures and panel discussions as well as athletic and social events.
Thursday, November 2: Cromwell Day (tentative)
Cromwell Day provides dedicated time and space for reflection and education about diversity, racism and inclusion. All classes are canceled.
Monday, November 6–Friday, November 17 (tentative)
Advising and course registration for the spring 2024 semester
Wednesday, November 22–Sunday, November 26
Thanksgiving recess
Friday, December 14
Classes end
Friday, December 15–Sunday, December 17
Pre-examination study period
Monday, December 18–Thursday, December 23
Final examinations
Friday, December 22, 2022–Monday, January 2, 2024
Winter recess
Friday, January 5
Fall 2023 grades due
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 9–Sunday, March 17 (tentative)
Spring recess
Monday, April 1–Friday, April 12
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
Senior and graduate student grades due
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
Non-senior grades due
Thursday, May 23–Sunday, May 26 (tentative)
Second Reunion Weekend
Add the academic calendar to your Smith Google Apps calendar! Under “Other Calendars,” type “academiccalendar” into the “Add a coworker’s calendar” field. Or get the academic calendar for Apple’s Calendar app.
