College of the AlbemarleStudent Guide

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College in Elizabeth City, NC. Operating on a semester system.

Elizabeth City, NC
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Student guide · Fall 2026 16-Week Session

The semester, explained for College of the Albemarle

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 16-Week Session
Campus terms
7
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 16-Week Session runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 14, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

18 entries
  1. Fall 2026 1st 8-Week Session
  2. Fall 2026 16-Week SessionRelevant now
  3. Fall 2026 14-Week Session
  4. Fall 2026 12-Week Session
  5. Fall 2026 2nd 8-Week Session
  6. Spring 2027 1st 8-Week Session
  7. Spring 2027 16-Week Session
  8. Spring 2027 14-Week Session
  9. Spring 2027 12-Week Session
  10. Spring 2027 2nd 8-Week Session
  11. Summer 2027 1st 5-Week Session
  12. Summer 2027 10-Week Session
  13. Summer 2027
  14. Summer 2027 2nd 5-Week Session
  15. Fall 2027 16-Week Session
  16. Spring 2028 16-Week Session
  17. Summer 2028 10-Week Session
  18. Summer 2028

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Campus language

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7 terms

C

COA
The universal shorthand and spoken name for the College of the Albemarle.

M

Moodle
The online learning management system used for all course materials and digital assignments.

P

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

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
SkillsUSA
A partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.
SNA
Student Nurses Association, a professional organization for nursing students.

T

The Cafe
The primary dining area located in Building A on the Elizabeth City campus.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
AE Building
The Arts and Sciences building, often referred to by its initials for Applied English/Arts.
Building A
The main administration and classroom building on the Elizabeth City campus.
Building B
The technical center housing vocational and industrial programs.
Building C
The Learning Resources Center (LRC) which houses the library and tutoring services.
CCP
Career and College Promise, referring to high school students taking dual-enrollment courses.
COA Alert
The emergency notification system that sends texts and emails regarding campus closures or safety.
Dare
Common shorthand for the College of the Albemarle – Dare campus in Manteo.
LRC
The Learning Resources Center, the campus term for the library and academic support hub.
MyCOA
The single-sign-on student portal used to access email, Moodle, and registration tools.
RAC
The Regional Aviation Center, located at the Currituck County Airport for aviation programs.
Self-Service
The specific portal within MyCOA used for registration, financial aid, and viewing grades.
Watermark
The student success software (formerly Aviso) used for advising and academic alerts.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 16-Week Session runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 14, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 12 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 Elizabeth City for College of the Albemarle Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Elizabeth City.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$950

Cost of Living Index

90

Student Population

2,500

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

Pasquotank Area Public Transportation (demand-response and limited routes)

Nearest Airports

Elizabeth City Regional Airport, U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City (military)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

61°F

Avg Snowfall

3 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

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General Campus Parking

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Campus News

Latest updates from College of the Albemarle

College of The Albemarle Celebrates Grand Opening of Regional Health Sciences Education Center

COA officially opened its new 60,000-square-foot simulated hospital facility to enhance health sciences training.

Sep 30, 2026

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College of The Albemarle Awarded Grant to Expand Welding Program

A $590,000 grant from the U.S. Navy's Submarine Industrial Base Program will support the expansion of welding training.

Oct 2, 2026

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College of The Albemarle Opens Direct Path to College through NC College Connect

New initiative simplifies the transition from high school to college for local seniors.

Sep 21, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at College of the Albemarle

Science on Main Street: Downtown Skywatch

October 23, 2026

Downtown Elizabeth City

A community event featuring science and skywatching opportunities.

Dolphin Enrollment Day – Elizabeth City

October 27, 2026

COA – Elizabeth City: AE Lobby

An instant admissions and enrollment event where students can apply, meet with financial aid, and register for Spring 2027 classes.

2026 COA Test Drive – Aviation Systems Technology

October 29, 2026

COA – Currituck

An opportunity for prospective students to experience the Aviation Systems Technology program firsthand.

Fall Fest – Elizabeth City

October 29, 2026

COA – Elizabeth City

A community event featuring Trunk or Treat, games, and fall festivities.

COA Star Nights

October 30, 2026

COA – Elizabeth City

An evening focused on astronomy and star watching.

COAST Players Presents: Charlotte's Web

November 5, 2026

COA – Elizabeth City: Performing Arts Center

A musical adaptation of E.B. White's classic children's novel performed by the COA Student Theatre.

Dolphin Enrollment Day – Dare

November 10, 2026

COA – Dare

An enrollment event for new and returning students at the Dare campus.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@albemarle.edu

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