Franklin Pierce UniversityStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Rindge, NH. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Rindge Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Franklin Pierce University

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
Rindge Fall Semester 2026
Campus terms
14
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Rindge Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 15, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

22 entries
  1. Rindge Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  2. Undergraduate Online Term 1 2026
  3. Graduate Student Teach 1 2026
  4. Graduate Online Term 1 2026
  5. Graduate Term 1 2026
  6. Undergraduate Online Term 2 2026
  7. Graduate Student Teach 2 2026
  8. Graduate Online Term 2 2026
  9. Graduate Term 2 2026-2027
  10. Undergraduate Online Winter Term 2026-2027
  11. Graduate Student Teach 3 2027
  12. Graduate Online Term 3 2027Undergraduate Online Term 3 2027
  13. Rindge Spring Semester 2027
  14. Graduate Student Teach 4 2027
  15. Graduate Term 3 2027
  16. Undergraduate Online Term 4 2027
  17. Graduate Online Term 4 2027
  18. Undergraduate Online Summer 1 2027
  19. Graduate Online Term 5 2027
  20. Graduate Term 4 2027
  21. Undergraduate Online Summer 2 2027

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Campus language

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14 terms

A

ALT
Alternative Lifestyle Thriving (Student Organization).

M

Manor
Manor Hall, one of the central residence halls on campus.
Mountain View
Mountain View Apartments, an on-campus apartment complex for upperclassmen.

N

Northwoods
A suite-style residence hall often shortened to 'North' or 'The Woods'.

P

Pearly Pond
The body of water adjacent to the campus used for recreation and student events.

R

Raven Nation
The collective term used for the student body, alumni, and athletic supporters.

S

SAB
Student Activities Board, the group responsible for planning major campus events like Fall Fest and Spring Weekend.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student population.
SISC
Student Involvement and Support Center, the administrative hub for student clubs and activities.

T

The Cafe
The main Dining Commons located in the Emily Flint Campus Center.
The Hill
A reference to the entire Rindge campus, which is situated on a hillside overlooking Pearly Pond.
The Lake
Lakeview Townhouses, commonly used for the upperclassmen housing near Pearly Pond.
The Marketplace
The on-campus convenience store located within the Campus Center.
The Nest
The Ravens Nest, a retail dining location offering late-night food and grab-and-go options.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
Campus Center
The Emily Flint Campus Center, the primary hub for student services, the bookstore, and dining.
DiPietro
The DiPietro Library, the main research and study building on campus.
ERA
Educational Records & Accounts, the office handled for billing and financial aid matters.
library_caf
Library Café
Marc
Marcucella Hall, a primary academic building on the Rindge campus.
marketplace_cafe
Marketplace Cafe
Petro
Petrocelli Hall, which contains classrooms and faculty offices.
Raven Dollars
The declining balance currency included in meal plans used for food at campus retail locations.
RavenAlert
The emergency notification system used for weather closures or campus safety alerts.
ravens_nest
Ravens Nest
The Bubble
The Pappas Health and Fitness Center, named for its white air-supported dome structure.
The Fitz
The Fitzwater Center for Communication, housing media studios and the university's newspaper.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Rindge Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 15, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
14 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 Rindge for Franklin Pierce University Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,450

Cost of Living Index

116

Student Population

2,500

City Transportation

Walkability

18

Bikeability

29

Public Transit

Monadnock Regional Transit

Nearest Airports

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, Boston Logan International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

47.5°F

Avg Snowfall

75 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

DiGregorio Parking Lot

surface_lot • Limited during events (Raven Row tailgating)

Main lot for visitors and Sodexo Field events; includes designated Raven Row tailgating spots.

Peterson Hall Lot

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Designated for short-term daytime visitor parking.

Emily Flint Campus Center Lot

surface_lot

Primary pickup location for campus transportation and shuttles.

Campus News

Latest updates from Franklin Pierce University

Franklin Pierce University Board of Trustees Announces Two New Members

The university welcomes Bianca Acebron Peco and Dennis Callahan to the Board of Trustees.

Oct 1, 2026

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Franklin Pierce to Host Family Weekend & Homecoming Events October 17 & 18

Preparations are underway for the annual fall celebration including football, soccer, and family-themed events.

Sep 23, 2026

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Franklin Pierce Announces Partnership with University of New England

A new articulation agreement allows FPU undergraduates a seamless transition to UNE graduate health programs.

Jun 30, 2026

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FPU Community Alert System test conducted during fall orientation; community members are encouraged to sign up for notifications.

FPU Community Alert System test conducted during fall orientation; community members are encouraged to sign up for notifications.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Franklin Pierce University

Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony

October 16, 2026

Franklin Pierce Field House, Rindge Campus

Ceremony celebrating outstanding individuals, teams, and coaches in Ravens Athletics. Includes a cocktail reception with hors d'oeuvres.

Family Weekend & Homecoming

October 17, 2026

Rindge Campus

A two-day event featuring a Fun-Fair at Pappas Field, boat rides on Pearly Pond, a tailgate lunch, and various athletic competitions.

Men's Soccer vs. Pace University

October 17, 2026

Sodexo Field

Raven Nation homecoming soccer match.

Raven Football vs. Post University

October 17, 2026

Sodexo Field

Homecoming football game. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children/seniors; FPU students are free.

Women's Soccer vs. American International College

October 17, 2026

Sodexo Field

Raven Nation homecoming soccer match.

Fall Athletics Tailgating Series: Football vs. Pace

October 24, 2026

Raven Row (Upper DiGregorio Parking Lot)

Tailgating event for the home football game against Pace University.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Franklin Pierce University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Cheshire Hall

Room types: single, double, suite

Edgewood Hall

Room types: single, double

Granite Hall

Room types: single, double

Lakeview Efficiency Apartments

Room types: apartment

Lakeview Efficiency Apartments and Townhouses

Lakeview Townhouses

Room types: townhouse

Monadnock Hall

Room types: single, double

Mountain View Apartments

Room types: apartment

Mount Washington Hall

Room types: single, double, triple

New Hampshire Hall

Room types: single, double, triple

Northwoods Apartments

Room types: apartment

Sawmill Apartments

Room types: apartment

Sawmills Apartments

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@franklinpierce.edu

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