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Your First Year at Hampshire

It’s your first year at Hampshire, and we don’t want you to miss a thing. Use the following links to get started on your path. Read our newsletter to find out about upcoming dates, deadlines, and other useful information. Follow us on Twitter to learn more about new initiatives and programs. Like us on Facebook to join the conversation about what’s coming up for new students. Visit our blog for great advice and an overview of programs we offer. We want to hear from you.

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Still not finding what you need? Contact the office of new student programs at newtohamp@hampshire.edu.

Fall 2013 Dates You Should Know

August 29: New students arrive; orientation begins

September 3: Course add/drop period begins

September 4: Classes begin

September 17: Course add/drop period ends

September 24: Advising Day. Meet with your advisor. No classes.

October 10: Mid-semester self-evaluations due

October 12-15: October Break. No classes.

November 6: Advising Day. Meet with your advisor. No classes.

November 11: Spring term pre-registration begins

November 17-December 1: Thanksgiving Break. No classes.

December 11: Last day of classes

December 17: Houses close at 9 p.m.

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Contact Us

Office of New Student Programs
Hampshire College
893 West Street
Amherst, MA 01002
413.559.5412
newtohamp@hampshire.edu