The Pace University New York City (NYC) campus follows a semester-based academic calendar, consisting of two semesters and one summer session each year. Here’s a detailed overview of the current academic calendar:
Fall 2023
- Classes Begin: Monday, August 28, 2023
- Last Day to Add/Drop Classes: Friday, September 8, 2023
- Midterm Break: Monday, October 9 – Friday, October 13, 2023
- Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 22 – Sunday, November 26, 2023
- Final Exams: December 11-15, 2023
- Semester Ends: Friday, December 15, 2023
Spring 2024
- Classes Begin: Monday, January 22, 2024
- Last Day to Add/Drop Classes: Friday, February 2, 2024
- Spring Break: Saturday, March 9 – Sunday, March 17, 2024
- Final Exams: May 13-17, 2024
- Semester Ends: Friday, May 17, 2024
Summer 2024
- Session I: Monday, May 20 – Friday, June 28, 2024
- Independence Day Break: Thursday, July 4, 2024
- Session II: Monday, July 8 – Friday, August 9, 2024
Important Dates and Deadlines
In addition to the general academic calendar, here are some important dates and deadlines to keep in mind:
Registration Deadlines:
- Fall Semester: August 11, 2023
- Spring Semester: January 5, 2024
- Summer Session: May 8, 2024
Financial Aid Deadlines:
- FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid): March 1, 2024
- TAP (Tuition Assistance Program): March 1, 2024
Housing Deadlines:
- On-campus Housing Application: May 1, 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When does the semester start and end?
The Fall 2023 semester begins on August 28, 2023 and ends on December 15, 2023. The Spring 2024 semester begins on January 22, 2024 and ends on May 17, 2024.
2. What is the last day to add or drop classes?
The last day to add or drop classes for the Fall 2023 semester is September 8, 2023. The last day to add or drop classes for the Spring 2024 semester is February 2, 2024.
3. When is mid-term break?
Mid-term break for the Fall 2023 semester is October 9-13, 2023.
4. When is final exams week?
Final exams for the Fall 2023 semester are December 11-15, 2023. Final exams for the Spring 2024 semester are May 13-17, 2024.
5. When is the application deadline for financial aid?
The FAFSA and TAP application deadlines are both March 1, 2024.
6. When is the on-campus housing application deadline?
The on-campus housing application deadline is May 1, 2024.