The Trimester Plan

The academic year is separated into three trimesters. There are two types of weekly class schedules: one during which classes meet only Monday through Friday, and the other during which classes also meet on Saturday morning. Within a given week, classes are scheduled to meet according to varying patterns. Many departments offer yearlong courses, as well as those that are term-contained (completed in one trimester). The diploma requirements are stated in terms of full year courses or trimester courses, depending on the academic area involved.