Chipola CollegeStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall A 2026

The semester, explained for Chipola 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 A 2026
Campus terms
9
Local details
9

Academic calendar

Fall A 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

9 entries
  1. Fall B 2026
  2. Fall A 2026Relevant now
  3. Fall C 2026
  4. Spring B 2027
  5. Spring A 2027
  6. Spring C 2027
  7. Summer I B 2027
  8. Summer I A 2027
  9. Summer II C 2027

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Campus language

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9 terms

A

ACE
Academic Center for Excellence, the primary hub for free tutoring and academic support.

I

Indians
The official mascot and collective name for Chipola's athletic teams.

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year college students.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the official representative body for the student population.
SSS
Student Support Services, a federally funded program providing academic and financial assistance to eligible students.

T

The Caf
The main campus cafeteria located within the Student Center.
The Dorms
The on-campus residential housing facility located on the west side of campus.
The Pacer
The name of the official student newspaper and a common reference to the school's spirit.
The Snack Bar
The quick-service food counter located in the Student Center for grab-and-go meals.

Places and practicalities

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

9 details
Brainfuse
A 24/7 online tutoring service provided to students through the college library.
Building K
The Center for the Arts, which houses the theater, music department, and art gallery.
Building L
The Library and Media Center, used for research and quiet study.
Building Z
The Public Service Building, housing the criminal justice and fire science programs.
Canvas
The learning management system where students access online course materials and submit assignments.
college_cafeteria
College Cafeteria
MyChipola
The official student web portal used for registration, checking grades, and managing financial aid.
Term C
A common designation for 'late start' or short-session classes that begin mid-semester.
The Milton
The Milton H. Johnson Health Center, the campus gymnasium and home to the basketball teams.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall A 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 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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Life in Marianna for Chipola College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$982

Student Population

1,934

City Transportation

Nearest Airports

Marianna Municipal Airport, Tallahassee International Airport, Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

68°F

Avg Snowfall

0.1 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Staff Parking (Green)

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Available to students after 4:00 PM daily.

Visitor Parking

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Restricted to visitors at all times.

Campus News

Latest updates from Chipola College

Chipola Brain Bowl Finishes Runner-Up at ACF Fall Tournament

The Chipola College Brain Bowl Team earned a second-place finish at the ACF Fall Tournament.

Oct 21, 2026

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Chipola College to Host Sixth Annual Fan Jam

The college kicked off its 2026-27 basketball season with the annual Fan Jam event on October 22.

Oct 21, 2026

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Practical Nursing Program Earns ACEN Accreditation

Chipola College's Practical Nursing program has earned initial accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.

Oct 15, 2026

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Chipola uses the Omnilert alert system for emergency notifications, weather delays, and schedule changes.

Chipola uses the Omnilert alert system for emergency notifications, weather delays, and schedule changes.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Chipola College

Early Registration for Spring 2027

November 2, 2026

Online / Admissions Office

Early registration for new and currently enrolled students for the Spring 2027 terms (A, B, and C) begins.

Veteran Faculty, Staff and Student Recognition

November 10, 2026

To be announced

Campus event to honor and recognize veterans within the college community.

Veterans Day Holiday - College Closed

November 11, 2026

Campus-wide

The college will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

Financial Aid Deadline for Spring 2027

November 13, 2026

Financial Aid Office

Deadline to have all financial aid files complete for the upcoming Spring 2027 semester.

Fall Break - College Closed

November 23, 2026

Campus-wide

College is closed for Fall Break. Online registration remains open.

Thanksgiving Holidays - College Closed

November 25, 2026

Campus-wide

College is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. Online registration remains open.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@chipola.edu

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