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On this page Student guide Syllabi City life Housing Campus details Academic calendar Fall 2026 1st 8-Week runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 17, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
11 entries Aug 24 → Oct 17, 2026
Fall 2026 1st 8-Week Relevant now
Aug 24 → Dec 12, 2026
Fall 2026 16-Week
Oct 19 → Dec 12, 2026
Fall 2026 2nd 8-Week
Dec 14 → Jan 7, 2027
Winter 2026 Mini-Mester
Jan 19 → Mar 13, 2027
Spring 2027 1st 8-Week
Jan 19 → May 15, 2027
Spring 2027 16-Week
Mar 22 → May 15, 2027
Spring 2027 2nd 8-Week
May 17 → Jun 3, 2027
Spring 2027 Mini-Mester
Jun 7 → Jul 8, 2027
Summer 2027 Summer I 5-Week
Jun 7 → Aug 12, 2027
Summer 2027 Summer III 10-Week
Jul 12 → Aug 12, 2027
Summer 2027 Summer II 5-Week
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Bonner Bonner Hall, the male-only residence hall on the Gainesville campus. C
Canvas The Learning Management System (LMS) used for all online and hybrid course materials. H
Hervey Hervey Hall, the female-only residence hall on the Gainesville campus. N
NSLS The National Society of Leadership and Success, a leadership honor society on campus. O
OneCollege The unified student information system and portal used for registration and grades. 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.
SSS Student Support Services, a federally funded program providing academic and personal support. T
The Den The Lion's Den, the primary dining hall and cafeteria located on the Gainesville campus.
The Hill A common reference to the Gainesville campus, noting its elevation relative to the surrounding town. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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FSCC First State Bank Exchange, the primary building for the NCTC Denton campus.
GoNCTC The official mobile application for navigating campus resources and schedules.
Lion Card The official student ID card used for library services, meal plans, and building access.
MyNCTC The legacy student portal used for accessing email, schedules, and financial aid information.
NCTC Alert The emergency notification system that sends texts and emails regarding campus closures or safety issues.
PSTC Public Safety Training Center, the facility for police, fire, and EMS programs.
student_union_cafeteria Student Union Cafeteria
The Med The Health Sciences Center, often used to refer to the building housing nursing and medical programs. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? Fall 2026 1st 8-Week runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 17, 2026.
How much campus context is included? 10 approved campus terms and 8 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. Using DormWay at North Central Texas College What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from North Central Texas College
NCTC Board Approves Closure of Flower Mound Campus The NCTC Board of Regents approved the discontinuation of the Flower Mound Campus, with operations set to cease by August 31, 2027.
Sep 4, 2026
Read More NCTC Foundation Reaches Major Milestone The NCTC Foundation surpassed $19 million in assets dedicated to supporting students and the college's future.
Aug 21, 2026
Read More LionALERT is the official emergency notification system for NCTC, providing text and email alerts for campus emergencies and closures. LionALERT is the official emergency notification system for NCTC, providing text and email alerts for campus emergencies and closures.
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at North Central Texas College
Faithful Friend Service Dogs Lecture September 12, 2026
A lecture on Service Dogs with speaker Les Castro, exploring the role of dogs in military service and veteran care.
Making the Call: Ethics in Practice September 16, 2026
Part of the Beyond the Books Speaker Series, this session covers applying ethics in real-world scenarios.
Student Leadership Summit September 25, 2026
The 9th annual summit featuring a keynote speaker and interactive breakout sessions focused on leadership.
Transfer Tips with Advising - Gainesville September 30, 2026
A session providing students with tips on planning to transfer, university selection, and a Q&A.
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