Timetable Calendar/Deadlines: Fall 2011
- Web Course Request Preregistration Period
March 22-29, 2011 - Web Drop/Add Begins
April 23-May 13, 2011 and Aug. 6-26, 2011 - Fall Break
Oct. 7, 2011
| T | Mar. 22 | Opening of Web Course Request for Fall Semester 2011 |
| T | Mar. 29 | Closing of Web Course Request for Fall Semester 2011 |
| Sa | Apr. 23 | Web Drop/Add begins for Fall Semester 2011 |
| F | May 13 | Web Drop/Add closes for Fall Semester 2011 |
| Sa | Aug. 6 | Web Drop/Add reopens for Fall Semester 2011 |
| M | Aug. 22 | Last day for students to withdraw from Fall Semester to avoid tuition and fee charges. Students must complete a withdrawal form at the University Registrar's Office, 250 Student Services Building if not attending fall semester. Call (540) 231-6252 for instructions if unable to visit the University Registrar's Office in person. Note: You may not drop your final hours via the web. |
| M | Aug. 22 | Classes begin |
| F | Aug. 26 | Last day for students to add classes and to add or drop audit option. |
| M | Sept. 5 | Labor day. Classes WILL meet |
| F | Sept. 30 | Last day for students to drop Fall 2011 classes without grade penalty. Last day to change grade option from A-F to P/F, 5:00 p.m. Visit University Registrar in 250 Student Services Building to process a grade change option. If you are enrolled in only one course, you cannot drop your final hours, but must officially resign from the university for the semester. Your refund will be calculated according to the university refund policy on resignations. |
| F | Oct. 7 | Fall Break. Classes will not meet. University offices open. |
| M | Oct. 10 | Last day to apply for Fall 2011 graduation in order to be included in the Fall Commencement bulletin. |
| M | Oct. 17 | Last day for students to resign without grade penalty. First and required contact for resignation is academic dean of undergraduate student's college or dean of the Graduate School. Submit completed resignation form to the University Registrar's office by 5:00 p.m. Last day to change grade option from P/F to A-F, 5:00 p.m. Visit University Registrar in 250 Student Services Building to process a grade change option. |
| T | Oct. 18 | Opening of Web Course Request for Spring 2012 |
| T | Oct. 25 | Close of Web Course Request for Spring 2012 |
| F | Nov. 18 | Deadline for undergraduates to request rescheduling of final examinations that conflict or constitute a third exam in 24 hours. (See your Academic Dean) |
| Sa | Nov. 19 | Thanksgiving holiday begins |
| Sa | Nov. 26 | Web Drop/Add begins for Spring Semester 2012 |
| Su | Nov. 27 | Thanksgiving holiday ends |
| F | Dec. 2 | Last day to apply for W grade policy |
| W | Dec. 7 | Classes End |
| R | Dec. 8 | Reading Day |
| F | Dec. 9 | Beginning of Fall Semester final examinations |
| F | Dec. 9 | Opening of Web Course Request for Summer 2012 (closes Feb. 10, 2012) |
| R | Dec. 15 | Close of Fall Semester final examinations |
| F | Dec. 16 | Fall Commencement Ceremonies (University and Graduate) |
Full-Time Student Definitions
- Undergraduates, Associates
Fall or Spring Semester- 12 or more credit hours in A-F option or P/F option
Summer terms- 5 credit hours each term - Graduates
Fall or Spring Semester- 9 or more credit hours in A-F option, P/F option or equivalent credit
Summer terms- 3 credit hours each term
Audit hours will not be used in establishing minumum full-time enrollment. Neither the payment of full fees nor compliance with maximums established as condition of employment or appointment is basis for deviation from the definition above. For further information, contact: Mr. C. Y. Cridlin, Jr., University Registrar's Office; Dr. Janet Rankin, Associate Dean, Graduate School; or Dr. Barry Simmons, Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
- Cancellation of Courses
The university reserves the right to cancel courses or sections for insufficient enrollment. - Requirements for Registration
Virginia Tech policy requires annually the collection of specific demographic data for each student: emergency contact entry or emergency contact confirmation, and VT Alerts Opt-In or Opt-Out action. Students will be prohibited from registration until the information is provided. - Change of Address
All students are required to update their local mailing address annually. It is the student's responsibility to maintain current and accurate mailing addresses with the university. Changes to your local address, permanent address, or parent/guardian address should be promptly updated by accessing HOKIE SPA. Correct dorm addresses are established through the Student Housing Office in Eggleston Hall. If you are not sure what addresses are on file, you may check HOKIE SPA for verification. - Class Locations May Change
Class locations printed in this timetable are subject to change in accordance with capacity adjustments and actual class enrollments. Students should report to the class locations printed on the Course Requests Results on Hokie Spa. Faculty members are urged to consult their respective departmental schedulers. - Eligibility
New and returning students should reference the catalog at www.undergradcatalog.registrar.vt.edu under Academic Eligibility Policy or see their academic dean for new eligibility policy.
Financial Aid Recipients
Academic Progress Requirements
- AN UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT is considered to have made satisfactory academic progress provided that at least 12 hours per term are successfully completed per academic year.
Undergraduates must also meet the university academic eligibility schedule for hours attempted and Grade Point Average (GPA) attained. - A GRADUATE OR PROFESSIONAL STUDENT is required to enroll in and successfully complete a minimum of 7 hours per term and to maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
Students working toward the degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. - For more information on financial aid, please contact the Scholarships and Financial Aid Office, 200 Student Services Building, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Phone: (540) 231-5179, email: finaid@vt.edu; website: www.finaid.vt.edu.