The College of WestchesterStudent Guide

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Private For-Profit Community College in White Plains, NY. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Spring Semester 2026 (Day Division)

The semester, explained for The College of Westchester

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
Spring Semester 2026 (Day Division)
Campus terms
8
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Spring Semester 2026 (Day Division) runs May 11, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

10 entries
  1. Spring Term II 2026 (Online Division)
  2. Spring Term II 2026 (Evening Division)
  3. Spring Semester 2026 (Day Division)Relevant now
  4. Summer Term 2026 (Online Division)
  5. Summer Term 2026 (Evening Division)
  6. Fall Semester 2026 (Day Division)
  7. Fall Term I 2026 (Online Division)
  8. Fall Term I 2026 (Evening Division)
  9. Fall Term II 2026 (Online Division)
  10. Fall Term II 2026 (Evening Division)

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Campus language

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8 terms

A

ALAS
Association of Latin American Students, a cultural and social student organization.

B

BSU
Black Student Union, an organization focused on the interests and heritage of Black students.

C

CW
The standard shorthand used by students and staff for The College of Westchester.

P

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

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student leadership body.

T

The Cafe
The student lounge and dining area located on the main floor of the White Plains campus.
The Lounge
The common area where students eat, socialize, and access vending machines.

W

Warriors
The official mascot and collective name for the CW student body and athletic identity.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
325 Central
The main campus building address at 325 Central Avenue in White Plains.
Career Services
The department that provides lifetime job placement assistance and internship coordination.
CW ID
The mandatory student identification card required for building access and campus services.
LRC
The Learning Resource Center, often used interchangeably with the library or learning center.
Moodle
The Learning Management System (LMS) used for accessing course materials, submitting assignments, and online classes.
Self-Service
The administrative portal where students check grades, register for classes, and view financial aid information.
The Bridge
The internal student portal and intranet for campus news, events, and resources.
The Learning Center
The hub for academic support, including tutoring and writing assistance.
The Library
The campus library located on the 4th floor of the main building.
The Portal
The student self-service site for managing financial aid, schedules, and grades.
The Testing Center
The specific area within the Learning Center used for proctored exams and certifications.
TLC
The Learning Center, which provides tutoring, testing, and academic support services.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Spring Semester 2026 (Day Division) runs May 11, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 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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Student Government Association (SGA)

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Alumni Association

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Student Voices

The official student newspaper of the Student Government Association, published each semester and comprised of articles, photographs, and artwork submitted by students.

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Counseling Center

Provides free, confidential individual counseling services to all students for both personal and academic issues, available by appointment or on a walk-in basis.

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Honors Program

Offers an enriched course of study for exceptional associate degree students with a GPA of 3.0 or better, involving the completion of three research papers.

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Life in White Plains for The College of Westchester Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in White Plains.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$2,100

Cost of Living Index

150

Student Population

25,000

City Transportation

Walkability

95

Bikeability

60

Public Transit

Metro-North Railroad Harlem Line, Bee-Line Bus System

Nearest Airports

Westchester County Airport (HPN)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

51°F

Avg Snowfall

28 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

North Lot

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Includes visitor and handicapped parking spaces.

South Lot

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

Staffed by parking attendants during day sessions.

Fulton Street Lot

surface_lot • Limited

Located across Central Avenue behind the bank.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at The College of Westchester

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