Baker CollegeStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Owosso, MI. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall 2026 First Session (8 Weeks)

The semester, explained for Baker College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 First Session (8 Weeks)
Campus terms
11
Local details
9

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 First Session (8 Weeks) runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

25 entries
  1. Summer 2026 Semester (12 Weeks)
  2. Summer 2026 Second Session (6 Weeks)
  3. Summer 2026 Session 2A (4 Weeks)
  4. Fall 2026 Session 1A (4 Weeks)
  5. Fall 2026 First Session (8 Weeks)Relevant now
  6. Fall 2026 Semester (16 Weeks)
  7. Fall 2026 Session 1B (4 Weeks)
  8. Fall 2026 Session 2A (4 Weeks)
  9. Fall 2026 Second Session (8 Weeks)
  10. Fall 2026 Session 2B (4 Weeks)
  11. Spring 2027 Session 1A (4 Weeks)
  12. Spring 2027 First Session (8 Weeks)
  13. Spring 2027 Semester (16 Weeks)
  14. Spring 2027 Session 1B (4 Weeks)
  15. Spring 2027 Session 2A (4 Weeks)
  16. Spring 2027 Second Session (8 Weeks)
  17. Spring 2027 Session 2B (4 Weeks)
  18. Summer 2027
  19. Summer 2027 Session 1A (4 Weeks)
  20. Summer 2027 First Session (6 Weeks)
  21. Summer Semester 2027
  22. Summer 2027 Session 1B (4 Weeks)
  23. Summer 2027 Session 2A (4 Weeks)
  24. Summer 2027 Second Session (6 Weeks)
  25. Summer 2027 Session 2B (4 Weeks)

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Campus language

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11 terms

A

ADI
Auto/Diesel Institute of Michigan, a specialized division of Baker College located in Owosso.

B

Baker Hall
A primary residence hall located on the Owosso campus.
Baker Proud
The official slogan and common social media hashtag used by students and alumni.

C

CIM
Culinary Institute of Michigan, a specialized division of Baker College.
CIM Cafe
The student dining area located on the Muskegon campus.
COURSES
The on-campus restaurant run by students of the Culinary Institute of Michigan (CIM).

K

Kurtz Hall
A residence hall located on the Owosso campus, often housing students in the Auto/Diesel Institute.

R

RunningStart
The dual enrollment program allowing high school students to earn Baker College credits.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.

T

The Sweet Spot
The pastry and coffee shop located at the Culinary Institute of Michigan in Muskegon.

W

Wall of Hats
A tradition at the ADI campus where students sign a hat upon securing a job in the industry.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

9 details
ADI
The Auto/Diesel Institute facility in Owosso, featuring specialized labs and shops.
bc_market
BC Market
BeFree
The 'BeFree Tuition Guarantee' program which covers remaining tuition costs for eligible students.
CIM
The Culinary Institute of Michigan facility, located in Muskegon and Port Huron.
Easy Refund
The fastest method for receiving student refunds directly into a OneAccount.
MyBaker
The central student portal used for registration, grades, and financial aid information.
OneAccount
The FDIC-insured checking account associated with the Baker OneCard for refund deposits.
OneCard
The official student ID card which also serves as a debit card for financial aid refunds.
OneStop
The student services center providing assistance with admissions, records, and financial services.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 First Session (8 Weeks) runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 9 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Human Services Student Club

A club for students in the Human Services program to engage in service, professional development, and collaboration.

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Automotive/Diesel Student Club

A club for students in the Automotive and Diesel programs.

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Baker College Disability Alliance (BCDA)

An alliance for students with disabilities and their allies.

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Cyber Defense Club

A club for students interested in cybersecurity and cyber defense.

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Emerging Speakers Circle

A club for students interested in developing public speaking skills.

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Student Nurses Association (SNA)

A professional organization for nursing students.

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Resources & spaces

Academic Resource Center (ARC)

Provides access to various support services including free tutoring, writing and research help, printing, and an extensive collection of reference material.

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Source: baker.edu · Verified 1 month ago

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Campus Safety

Provides a safe and secure experience for all students, faculty and staff.

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Source: my.baker.edu · Verified 1 month ago

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Offers free resources to students and alumni, including connecting them with employers for internships and jobs via the Handshake platform.

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Life in Owosso for Baker College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Owosso.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$800

Cost of Living Index

85

Student Population

2,000

City Transportation

Walkability

60

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

Indian Trails intercity bus (regional)

Nearest Airports

Owosso Community Airport (general aviation), Capital Region International Airport (regional, in Lansing)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

48°F

Avg Snowfall

40 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Campus Parking

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Permits are required for all students and staff; guest permits are available through Campus Safety.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Baker College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

5 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Baker Hall

Baker Hall East

Capacity: 35

Room types: suite

Baker Village Apartments

Room types: 2-person, 4-person

Kurtz Hall

Starks Hall

Room types: 2-person, 4-person

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@baker.edu

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