Plymouth State UniversityStudent Guide

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Public Research University in Plymouth, NH. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall Semester 2026

The semester, explained for Plymouth 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
14

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

12 entries
  1. Fall 2026 First Half Term
  2. Fall Semester 2026Relevant now
  3. Fall 2026 Second Half Term
  4. Winterim 2027
  5. Spring 2027 18 Week Term
  6. Spring 2027 First Half Term
  7. Spring Semester 2027
  8. Spring 2027 Second Half Term
  9. Summer 2027 First Half Term
  10. Summer Semester 2027
  11. Summer 2027 10 Week Term
  12. Summer 2027 Second Half Term

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Campus language

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16 terms

D

Daily Paws
A cafe located in the Hartman Union Building serving coffee and snacks.

L

Langdon
Langdon Woods, a LEED-certified residential complex.

M

MAPS
Marketing Association of Plymouth State, a professional development student organization.
ML
Mary Lyon Hall, a historic residence hall.

O

OSI
Office of Student Involvement, the hub for campus clubs and activities.

P

PACE
Plymouth Activities Council for Entertainment, the primary student-run programming board.
Pemi
Pemigewasset Hall, a residential building on campus.
Plymouth State of Mind
A common campus motto and hashtag used to describe the student experience and community spirit.
Prospect
Prospect Dining Hall, the main all-you-care-to-eat facility on campus.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
Smitty
Geneva Smith Hall, a common freshman residence hall.

T

The Common
The Plymouth Town Common, a central park area in the town of Plymouth used for community events.
The Grille
Union Grille, a retail dining location located in the Hartman Union Building.
The Hill
The uphill section of campus where several residence halls and academic buildings are located.
The Pemi
The Pemigewasset River, a popular spot for students to swim and relax near campus.

W

Woods Cafe
The retail dining location located within the Langdon Woods residential hall.

Places and practicalities

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

14 details
ALLWell
Active Living, Learning, and Wellness North Center, the university's large-scale athletic and recreation facility.
commons_caf
Commons Café
D&M
Draper & Maynard Building, which houses the Health and Human Performance departments.
daily_paws_paws_caf
Daily Paws (PAWS Café)
Dining Dollars
Funds included with meal plans specifically for use at on-campus retail dining locations.
FlexCash
A declining balance account on the Panther Pass used for purchases at on-campus and participating off-campus vendors.
Lamson
Lamson Library and Learning Commons, the primary academic research facility.
Panther Pass
The official Plymouth State University student identification card used for access and payments.
prospect_dining_hall
Prospect Dining Hall
Silver
Silver Center for the Arts, the main venue for performances and arts education.
The HUB
Hartman Union Building, the center of student life and campus activities.
The Shuttle
The campus transit service that provides transportation around the university and local Plymouth area.
union_grille
Union Grille
woods_caf
Woods Café

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 14 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 Plymouth for Plymouth State University Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,300

Cost of Living Index

95

Student Population

4,500

City Transportation

Walkability

60

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Intercity bus connections, Campus shuttle (Plymouth State University)

Nearest Airports

Plymouth Municipal Airport, Regional access via Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, Regional access via Lebanon Municipal Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

44°F

Avg Snowfall

70 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 705 (North Lot)

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Overflow dirt lot north of National Guard Armory. Permit cost: $125.

ALLWell North Garage

garage

Covered parking area. Permit cost: $400.

Commuter Lots

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Designated lots on Main Campus. Permit cost: $200.

Campus News

Latest updates from Plymouth State University

Plymouth State University Research Creates First Observation-Based Snowpack Climatology for the Northeastern U.S.

Recent research from PSU has established a new climatology for snowpacks in the Northeast based on empirical observation.

Oct 20, 2026

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USNH launches new free tuition for NH families making up to $100k

The University System of New Hampshire has introduced a program providing free tuition for qualified New Hampshire families with incomes under $100,000.

Oct 1, 2026

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Spring 2026 President's and Dean's Lists Named

PSU recognizes high-achieving undergraduate students for their academic performance during the Spring 2026 semester.

Jul 1, 2026

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PSU Alert Emergency Text Alert System is the primary means for urgent campus communications including class cancellations and emergencies.

PSU Alert Emergency Text Alert System is the primary means for urgent campus communications including class cancellations and emergencies.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Plymouth State University

48th Annual All New England Choral Festival Concert

November 5, 2026

Hanaway Theatre, Silver Center for the Arts

Featuring the Plymouth State University Chorale and guest artist Mellissa Hughes.

Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra presents: Españja! There and Back Again

November 7, 2026

Hanaway Theatre, Silver Center for the Arts

Season opener featuring guest artist Apollo Moon on piano.

Cabaret

November 13, 2026

Silver Center for the Arts

Theater performance directed by Scott Sweatt with music by John Kander.

Open House

November 14, 2026

Campus-wide

Prospective student event featuring information sessions from student life, financial aid, and athletics, as well as campus tours.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Plymouth State University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Belknap Hall

Room types: single, double

Blair Hall

Room types: single, double, triple, super single

Centre Lodge

Geneva Smith Hall

Room types: single, double

Grafton Hall

Capacity: 250

Room types: single, double

Langdon Woods

Capacity: 350

Room types: double with bathroom, triple with bathroom, single in suite, single with bathroom, super single with bathroom

Langdon Woods Residential Complex

Mary Lyon Hall

Room types: single, double, triple, quad, single with bathroom

Merrill Place

Capacity: 288

Room types: double with bathroom, single in suite, single with bathroom, super single with bathroom

Nontraditional Apartments

Room types: private bedroom

Non-Traditional Student Apartments

Capacity: 30

Room types: apartment private bedroom

Pemigewasset Hall

Capacity: 243

Room types: single, double, triple

White Mountain Apartments

Capacity: 493

Room types: apartment shared bedroom

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@plymouth.edu

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