Watts College of NursingStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Watts College of Nursing. Core organization is free for students.

College in Durham, NC. Operating on a semester system.

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120

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Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for Watts College of Nursing

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 2026
Campus terms
7
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Jul 28, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

2 entries
  1. Fall 2026Relevant now
  2. Spring 2027

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Campus language

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7 terms

C

Check-offs
The high-stakes practical exams where students must demonstrate nursing skills to faculty
Clinicals
The mandatory hands-on training shifts performed at Duke Health hospitals and clinics
Croasdaile
The nearby Croasdaile Commons shopping center where students go for off-campus food

N

NSNA
National Student Nurses' Association, the national affiliate for student nursing professional development

S

SNA
Student Nurses Association, the primary student-led professional organization

T

The Boards
The NCLEX-RN national licensing examination that students prepare for throughout the program
The Breakroom
The designated on-campus area for student meals and vending

Places and practicalities

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

10 details
ATI
Assessment Technologies Institute, the suite of learning modules and practice tests used for NCLEX prep
CastleBranch
The online portal used for tracking immunizations, background checks, and clinical compliance
Duke Badge
The official identification card required for access to the college and Duke Health clinical sites
ExamSoft
The secure digital testing platform used for all major course examinations
Parking Decal
The required permit for parking in the designated student lot at the Croasdaile Drive campus
student_lounge_and_kitchen
Student Lounge and Kitchen
The Lab
The Simulation Lab where students practice clinical skills in a controlled environment
the_marketplace
The Marketplace
trinity_caf
Trinity Café
Watts
The main college building located at 2828 Croasdaile Drive

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Jul 28, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 10 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 Durham for Watts College of Nursing Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,768

Cost of Living Index

104

Student Population

50,000

City Transportation

Walkability

93

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

GoDurham bus system, GoTriangle regional bus service

Nearest Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

61°F

Avg Snowfall

3.7 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Designated Student Parking

surface_lot • Permit required

A parking fee of $100 per semester is typically charged.

Campus News

Latest updates from Watts College of Nursing

Accreditation Status Confirmed

The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) affirmed the baccalaureate program's accreditation status following a recent visit.

Sep 3, 2026

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Spring 2026 Alumni Newsletter Released

The college published its annual Spring newsletter featuring updates on the relocation to Duke Health's IPEC building and alumni accomplishments.

May 1, 2026

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Watts College of Nursing Relocates to Duke Health IPEC Building

The college officially moved to its new permanent home at the Duke Health Interprofessional Education and Care Center (IPEC) at 311 Trent Drive.

Jul 1, 2025

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Severe weather alert: A line of strong storms is expected to pass through central N.C.

Severe weather alert: A line of strong storms is expected to pass through central N.C.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Watts College of Nursing

Watts College of Nursing Campus Visit

November 3, 2026

Wake Tech, Perry Health Sciences Campus, Building A Lobby

A transfer and admissions representative from Watts College of Nursing will meet with students to answer questions about application, credit transfers, and campus life.

Miniature Horses at the Library

November 4, 2026

Duke Medical Center Library & Archives

Miniature horses Kiwi and Lola from Stampede of Love visit the library to help students de-stress from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Registration for Spring 2027 Ends

November 10, 2026

Online / DukeHub

Final day for Spring 2027 course registration.

Drop/Add Begins for Spring 2027

November 16, 2026

Online / DukeHub

The drop/add period for the upcoming Spring 2027 semester officially opens.

Classes End (Fall 2026)

November 23, 2026

Campus

Official end of regular class meetings for the Fall 2026 semester.

Final Examinations Begin

November 30, 2026

Campus

Final examination period for the Fall 2026 semester begins.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@wattscollegeofnursin.edu

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