Stay informed about key dates, semester schedules, and important deadlines throughout the academic year. Check out the Academic Calendar to ensure you’re prepared for every milestone in your academic journey.
Winter Semester Schedule – January 2, 2025 Start Date
Stratagem Institute operates on a 12-week semester schedule, with classes starting on January 2, 2025. Below is a detailed semester plan for the Winter term.
Semester Timeline
Milestone/Activity | Date | Details |
Semester Start | January 2, 2025 | First day of classes; orientation for new students. |
Add/Drop Period Begins | January 2, 2025 | Students can add or drop courses without penalty. |
Add/Drop Period Ends | January 9, 2025 | No course changes allowed after this date. |
Midterm Exams/Projects | February 17-21, 2025 | Midterm evaluations for all programs. |
Final Exams/Projects | March 24-28, 2025 | Final assessments and project submissions. |
Semester Ends | March 28, 2025 | Last day of the Winter semester. |
Grades Released | April 4, 2025 | Final grades available to students via the portal. |
Class Schedule
Weekly Format
- Monday to Friday Classes:
- Morning Sessions: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Afternoon Sessions: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Evening Sessions (Online Only): 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday Workshops/Labs (Optional):
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Specialized sessions for practical training (e.g., event planning labs, teaching practicum).
Important Dates
Event | Date | Details |
New Student Orientation | December 30, 2024 | Campus tour, program overview, and technology setup. |
Payment Deadline | December 20, 2024 | Tuition and fees must be paid in full or on a payment plan. |
Holiday Closure | January 1, 2025 | Closed for New Year’s Day. |
Career Fair (Virtual) | March 5, 2025 | Open to all programs; networking with potential employers. |
Graduation Ceremony | April 5, 2025 | For students completing certificate programs. |
Weekly Breakdown Example
Week 1: January 2-6, 2025
- Class Focus: Introduction to program topics and course requirements.
- Activities: Icebreakers, syllabus reviews, and initial assessments.
Week 6: February 10-14, 2025
- Class Focus: Advanced concepts and midterm preparation.
- Activities: Group projects, case studies, and skill assessments.
Week 12: March 24-28, 2025
- Class Focus: Final assessments, project presentations, and wrap-up.
Winter Semester Flexibility
- Full-Time Students: Enroll in up to 4 courses (12-16 credits).
- Part-Time Students: Enroll in 1-2 courses (3-6 credits).
- Self-Paced Online Options: Available for select courses for students unable to attend live sessions.
Spring Semester Schedule – February 10, 2025 Start Date
Stratagem Institute operates on a 12-week semester schedule, with classes starting on February 10, 2025. Below is a detailed semester plan for the Spring term.
Semester Timeline
Milestone/Activity | Date | Details |
Semester Start | February 10, 2025 | First day of classes; orientation for new students. |
Add/Drop Period Begins | February 10, 2025 | Students can add or drop courses without penalty. |
Add/Drop Period Ends | February 17, 2025 | No course changes allowed after this date. |
Midterm Exams/Projects | March 24-28, 2025 | Midterm evaluations for all programs. |
Spring Break | April 7-14, 2025 | No classes; campus and online services remain open. |
Final Exams/Projects | May 5-9, 2025 | Final assessments and project submissions. |
Semester Ends | May 9, 2025 | Last day of the Spring semester. |
Grades Released | May 16, 2025 | Final grades available to students via the portal. |
Class Schedule
Weekly Format
- Monday to Friday Classes:
- Morning Sessions: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Afternoon Sessions: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Evening Sessions (Online Only): 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday Workshops/Labs (Optional):
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Specialized sessions for practical training (e.g., event planning labs, teaching practicum).
Important Dates
Event | Date | Details |
New Student Orientation | February 8, 2025 | Campus tour, program overview, and technology setup. |
Payment Deadline | February 3, 2025 | Tuition and fees must be paid in full or on a payment plan. |
Holiday Closure | None during semester | Regular operations throughout the semester. |
Career Fair (In-Person) | April 16, 2025 | Open to all programs; networking with potential employers. |
Graduation Ceremony | May 17, 2025 | For students completing certificate programs. |
Weekly Breakdown Example
Week 1: February 10-14, 2025
- Class Focus: Introduction to program topics and course requirements.
- Activities: Icebreakers, syllabus reviews, and initial assessments.
Week 6: March 17-21, 2025
- Class Focus: Advanced concepts and midterm preparation.
- Activities: Group projects, case studies, and skill assessments.
Week 12: May 5-9, 2025
- Class Focus: Final assessments, project presentations, and wrap-up.
Spring Semester Flexibility
- Full-Time Students: Enroll in up to 4 courses (12-16 credits).
- Part-Time Students: Enroll in 1-2 courses (3-6 credits).
- Self-Paced Online Options: Available for select courses for students unable to attend live sessions.
Semester Schedules for Summer and Fall 2025
Below are the schedules for Summer and Fall 2025 semesters, following Stratagem Institute’s 12-week semester structure.
Summer Semester Schedule – May 19, 2025 Start Date
Milestone/Activity | Date | Details |
Semester Start | May 19, 2025 | First day of classes; orientation for new students. |
Add/Drop Period Begins | May 19, 2025 | Students can add or drop courses without penalty. |
Add/Drop Period Ends | May 26, 2025 | No course changes allowed after this date. |
Midterm Exams/Projects | June 30 – July 4, 2025 | Midterm evaluations for all programs. |
Summer Break | July 7-11, 2025 | No classes; campus and online services remain open. |
Final Exams/Projects | August 11-15, 2025 | Final assessments and project submissions. |
Semester Ends | August 15, 2025 | Last day of the Summer semester. |
Grades Released | August 22, 2025 | Final grades available to students via the portal. |
Fall Semester Schedule – August 25, 2025 Start Date
Milestone/Activity | Date | Details |
Semester Start | August 25, 2025 | First day of classes; orientation for new students. |
Add/Drop Period Begins | August 25, 2025 | Students can add or drop courses without penalty. |
Add/Drop Period Ends | September 1, 2025 | No course changes allowed after this date. |
Midterm Exams/Projects | October 6-10, 2025 | Midterm evaluations for all programs. |
Fall Break | October 13-17, 2025 | No classes; campus and online services remain open. |
Final Exams/Projects | November 17-21, 2025 | Final assessments and project submissions. |
Semester Ends | November 21, 2025 | Last day of the Fall semester. |
Grades Released | November 28, 2025 | Final grades available to students via the portal. |
General Class Schedules for Summer and Fall
Class Formats and Timings
- Monday to Friday Classes:
- Morning Sessions: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Afternoon Sessions: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Evening Sessions (Online Only): 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday Workshops/Labs (Optional):
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Specialized sessions for practical training (e.g., teaching labs, project-based workshops).
Important Notes:
- Self-Paced Online Options remain available for students needing flexibility.
- Programs with heavy lab components may have extended schedules for in-person practicum weeks during midterms and finals.