Office of Parent & Family Programs

Welcome to the Wellesley Family!

The Office of Parent and Family Programs is here to connect you with the resources you need to support your student while she is at Wellesley. Our office also serves to foster a vibrant, engaged community of parents and families. We encourage you to explore this website or contact our office directly for useful information about the College and to discover ways to engage with the community. We are invested in your student’s success and in enhancing your and your student's Wellesley experience—making it as valuable, healthy, and fulfilling as possible!

Important Spring 2026 semester dates

• January 20 ... Spring semester classes begin
• February 16 ... Presidents' Day, no classes
• March 16 - 20 ... Spring Break, no classes
• April 15 ... Ruhlman Conference, no classes
• April 20 ... Patriots' Day, no classes
• April 30 ... Last day of spring semester classes
• May 1-4 ... Reading period
• May 5 - 8 ... Exams
• May 9 ... Residence Halls close at 12 p.m. for students in the classes 2027-29
• May 15 ... Class of 2026 Commencement. Residence halls close to graduating seniors at 5 p.m.

Important Fall 2026 semester dates

• August 21 ... Entering international student move-in
• August 25 ... Entering domestic student move-in
• August 31 ... Fall semester classes begin
• September 7 ... Labor Day, no classes
• October 12 - 13 ... Fall break, no classes
• October 23 - 25 ... Friends and Family Weekend
• October 27 ... Tanner conference, no classes
• November 25 - 27 ... Thanksgiving break, no classes
• December 9 ... Last day of fall semester classes
• December 10 - 13 ... Reading period
• December 14 - 17 ... Exams