Middle Tennessee State UniversityStudent Guide

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Public Research University in Murfreesboro, TN. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Middle Tennessee State 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
Fall Semester 2026
Campus terms
16
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

73 entries
  1. Fall 2026 Pre-Fall Term PA
  2. Fall 2026 Accelerated 1Fall 2026 Accelerated 1 (A1)Fall 2026 Accelerated Term A1
  3. Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  4. Fall 2026 Pre-Fall Term PB
  5. Fall 2026 Pre-Fall Term PA2
  6. Fall 2026 Accelerated 2Fall 2026 Accelerated 2 (A2)Fall 2026 Accelerated Term A2
  7. Fall 2026 Pre-Fall Term PA3
  8. Winter Session 2026-2027Winter Session 2027
  9. Accelerated Term A1 Spring 2027Spring 2027 Accelerated 1Spring 2027 Accelerated 1 (A1)Spring 2027 Accelerated Term A1
  10. Spring Semester 2027
  11. Accelerated Term A2 Spring 2027Spring 2027 Accelerated 2Spring 2027 Accelerated 2 (A2)Spring 2027 Accelerated Term A2
  12. Summer 2027 3-Week A (S3A)Summer 2027 3-Week A TermSummer 2027 3-Week A Term (S3A)
  13. Summer 2027 6-Week A (S6A)Summer 2027 6-Week A TermSummer 2027 6-Week A Term (S6A)
  14. Summer Semester 2027 Full Term
  15. Summer 2027 5-Week A (S5A)Summer 2027 5-Week A TermSummer 2027 5-Week A Term (S5A)Summer 5-Week A 2027
  16. Summer 2027 3-Week B (S3B)Summer 2027 3-Week B TermSummer 2027 3-Week B Term (S3B)Summer 3-Week B 2027
  17. Summer 2027 3-Week C (S3C)Summer 2027 3-Week C TermSummer 2027 3-Week C Term (S3C)
  18. Summer 2027 6-Week B (S6B)Summer 2027 6-Week B TermSummer 2027 6-Week B Term (S6B)
  19. Summer 2027 5-Week B (S5B)Summer 2027 5-Week B TermSummer 2027 5-Week B Term (S5B)
  20. Summer 2027 3-Week D (S3D)Summer 2027 3-Week D TermSummer 2027 3-Week D Term (S3D)
  21. Fall 2027 Accelerated 1 (A1)Fall 2027 Accelerated Term A1
  22. Fall Semester 2027
  23. Fall 2027 Accelerated 2 (A2)Fall 2027 Accelerated Term A2
  24. Winter Session 2027-2028
  25. Spring 2028 Accelerated 1 (A1)Spring 2028 Accelerated Term A1
  26. Spring Semester 2028
  27. Spring 2028 Accelerated 2 (A2)Spring 2028 Accelerated Term A2
  28. Summer 2028 3-Week A (S3A)Summer 2028 3-Week A Term (S3A)
  29. Summer 2028 6-Week A (S6A)Summer 2028 6-Week A Term (S6A)
  30. Summer Semester 2028 Full Term
  31. Summer 2028 5-Week A (S5A)Summer 2028 5-Week A Term (S5A)
  32. Summer 2028 3-Week B (S3B)Summer 2028 3-Week B Term (S3B)
  33. Summer 2028 3-Week C Term (S3C)
  34. Summer 2028 6-Week B Term (S6B)
  35. Summer 2028 5-Week B Term (S5B)
  36. Summer 2028 3-Week D Term (S3D)

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16 terms

B

Blue Raider
The official mascot and term for any student or athlete at MTSU.

F

Farmer's Market
The dining area located in the Keathley University Center (KUC) featuring various retail food options.
FSL
Fraternity and Sorority Life, the office overseeing Greek organizations on campus.

M

McCallie
McCallie Dining Hall, the main all-you-care-to-eat dining facility located in the KUC.
MTOP
Middle Tennessee Outdoor Pursuits, a program providing outdoor equipment rentals and guided trips.

P

POD
Provisions on Demand, small convenience stores located in various buildings across campus.

S

Scarlett
Scarlett Commons, an apartment-style residential complex on the north side of campus.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student voice.
SPARE
Student Programming & Activities Council, the organization responsible for campus movies, concerts, and events.

T

The Boro
A common nickname for Murfreesboro, the city where MTSU is located.
The Dirty D
A common student nickname for Deere Hall, often used in a self-deprecating or humorous manner by residents.
The Quads
The Lyon and Monohan residential complexes, which are arranged in a quadrangle layout.
The Strip
The commercial area along Middle Tennessee Blvd bordering campus, known for restaurants and student hangouts.
The STU
The food court area located within the Student Union Building.
True Blue
The official school spirit motto and identity, representing the university's core values.

W

Womack
Womack Lane Apartments, primarily used for family and upper-division student housing.

Places and practicalities

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

13 details
BAS
The Business and Aerospace Building, one of the largest academic buildings on campus.
BlueID
The official multi-purpose identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
CKNB
The Cason-Kennedy Nursing Building, home to the School of Nursing.
KUC
The Keathley University Center, a central hub for student services and dining.
LRC
The Learning Resources Center, which houses various labs and the College of Education.
mccallie_dining_hall
McCallie Dining Hall
MT Mail
The official university-provided email account for all student communications.
Peck
Peck Hall, an academic building notorious among students for its confusing floor plan and numbering.
PipelineMT
The primary online portal where students register for classes, check grades, and manage financial aid.
RaiderNet
The specific system within PipelineMT used for academic records and registration tasks.
RaiderRide
The campus shuttle bus system that provides transportation around the university perimeter and interior.
STU
The Student Union Building, used for dining, events, and student organization offices.
the_middle_corlew
The Middle @ Corlew

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 13 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 Murfreesboro for Middle Tennessee State University Students

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

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,500

Cost of Living Index

95

Student Population

22,000

City Transportation

Walkability

30

Bikeability

50

Public Transit

Rover Bus System (local bus), Regional bus connections to Nashville

Nearest Airports

Nashville International Airport (primary commercial airport), Murfreesboro Municipal Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

59°F

Avg Snowfall

6 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Bell Street Garage

garage

Limited to currently enrolled students with valid permits.

Greenland Lot

surface_lot

Large green-permit commuter lot near the Rec Center.

True Blue Ave Garage

garage

Student permit garage located on the west side of campus.

Campus News

Latest updates from Middle Tennessee State University

October 'Out of the Blue' previews 2026 Homecoming and New Concert Series

MTSU highlights upcoming Homecoming traditions and the launch of the 'Live at MTSU' concert series at the Murphy Center.

Oct 12, 2026

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MTSU Sustainability Month Features Eco-Friendly Campus Events

MTSU celebrates sustainability throughout October with student-led green initiatives and educational workshops.

Oct 1, 2026

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MTSU Alumni Impact Report Shows $15.2 Billion Revenue Generation

A comprehensive report details the massive economic impact of MTSU graduates across the state of Tennessee.

Oct 7, 2024

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MTSU Police currently hiring Police Officer 1 & 2; applications close Oct 8, 2026.

MTSU Police currently hiring Police Officer 1 & 2; applications close Oct 8, 2026.

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Rave Alert system testing and emergency procedures updated for Fall 2026.

Rave Alert system testing and emergency procedures updated for Fall 2026.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Middle Tennessee State University

MTSU Football vs Kennesaw State

October 28, 2026

Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium

MTSU hosts Kennesaw State for a mid-week CUSA game.

Homecoming Week: Paint the Halls Blue

November 2, 2026

Around Campus

The start of Homecoming Week 2026 featuring campus-wide decorations.

Lightning's Campfire Cookoff

November 3, 2026

Student Union Commons

Annual Homecoming chili and mac n cheese cookoff for students.

Bailey Zimmerman Live at MTSU

November 5, 2026

Murphy Center

Homecoming concert featuring Bailey Zimmerman, Waka Flocka Flame, Miller Holler, and Dee Jay Silver.

MTSU Homecoming Parade & Football vs WKU

November 7, 2026

Main Street / Floyd Stadium

The annual Homecoming parade followed by the Blue Raiders' game against Western Kentucky University.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Middle Tennessee State University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

28 known dorm and housing options. The first 24 are shown below; the rest are available in the expandable list.

Beasley Hall

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Bridges Hall

Capacity: 400

Room types: single, double, suite

Corlew Hall

Capacity: 500

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Cummings Hall

Capacity: 500

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Deere Hall

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Deere/Nicks Hall

Room types: shared room, private room

Gracy Hall

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Guest Apartments

Capacity: 8

Room types: studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom

Judd/Gracy Hall

Room types: quad

Judd Hall

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Living-Learning Community Dorms

Capacity: 300

Room types: single, double, apartment

Lyon Hall

Capacity: 400

Room types: single, double, suite

Lyon Hall Complex (Mary Hall and McHenry Hall)

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Mary Hall (Lyon Complex)

Room types: single, double

McHenry Hall (Lyon Complex)

Room types: single, double

Monohan Complex (Reynolds Hall and Schardt Hall)

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Near parking and specialty residence halls

Room types: single, double

Nicks Hall

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Reynolds Hall (Monohan Complex)

Room types: single, double

Richland Apartments

Room types: apartment

Rutledge

Scarlett Commons Apartments

Room types: private bedroom, shared apartment

Schardt Hall (Monohan Complex)

Room types: single, double

Sims Hall

Room types: shared room, single/private room

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Smith Hall

Room types: shared room, single/private room

Traditional Community Style Residence Halls

Room types: single, double, triple

Traditional Residence Halls (11 total)

Capacity: 2,699

Room types: single, double, triple

Womack Lane Apartments (Students with Families)

Capacity: 192

Room types: one-bedroom furnished, two-bedroom unfurnished

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@mtsu.edu

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