Info Session: Free Community College
2025-08-13 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Online, United States
Join us for a MassEducate & MassReconnect Information Session virtually on Zoom!
Learn how MassEducate and MassReconnect can provide funding for Massachusetts residents to earn a college degree at no cost. Attendees will learn about eligibility requirements, and will be offered the ability to apply on the spot if desired.
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SNHU Virtual Information Session
2025-08-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, United States
Southern New Hampshire University is hosting virtual information sessions this summer!
Drop in and speak to an admissions counselor.
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Grades posted to Self-Service
2025-08-15 | MA
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Prep for Success Online Course
2025-08-18 - 2025-08-24, 2025-08-25 - 2025-09-01 | Online, United States
This one-week online course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive online. Hosted on NECC’s Blackboard platform, the course provides hands-on practice with the technologies and strategies used in online courses. Whether you’re new to online learning or need a refresher, the course instructor and fellow students will support you in building your confidence and comfort with digital tools. By the end, you’ll be prepared to succeed in any online or blended NECC course. This course is highly recommended for students who are new to online learning.
Fall Session I: Monday, August 18 – Sunday, August 24, 2025
Fall Session I: Monday, August 25 – Sunday, August 31, 2025
Fall Session II: Monday, October 20 – Sunday, October 26, 2025
Register Today!
Pre-registration is required: Prep for Success Online Registration Form
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Orientation Kickoff Session!
2025-08-19 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-20 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-26 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-28 11:00 - 14:00 | All Campuses, Lawrence, MA, United States
Welcome to Northern Essex Community College! We’re excited to help you get started on the right foot with one of our upcoming Orientation Kickoff sessions. This is an additional, non-mandatory orientation event for all new students.

Please choose one date to attend from the options below. All new students are welcome at the first three dates. The fourth date is only for newly graduated high school students [graduated in the last three (3) years].

Orientation Options:

Tuesday, August 19th, 11am – 2pm, Haverhill Campus – Student Center
Wednesday, August 20th, 2pm – 5pm, Haverhill Campus – Student Center
Tuesday, August 26th, 2pm – 5pm, Lawrence Campus, El Hefni Building
New Grads Only – Thursday, August 28th, 11am – 2pm, Lawrence Campus, El Hefni Building

Each session includes a guided overview of academic expectations, student resources, and how to get involved on campus. You’ll also meet key staff and connect with fellow new students.

Action Required:
Please complete the survey to sign up for the event [2 minutes] – https://northernessex.wufoo.com/forms/necc-orientation-20-kickoff-sessions/

We can’t wait to meet you!
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Academic Standards and Progress Appeal Deadline
2025-08-20 | MA

Campus Tour and Information Session
2025-08-20 15:00 - 16:30 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Campus Tour and Information Session

Visit us on the Lawrence Campus for an information session and a tour led by one of our admission counselors. We can’t wait to meet you in person and show you all that NECC has to offer.
Location:
Dr. Ibrahim El-Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center Lobby
414 Common Street. Lawrence, MA 01840
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Campus Tour and Information Session
2025-08-20 15:00 - 16:30 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Campus Tour and Information Session

Visit us on the Lawrence Campus for an information session and a tour led by one of our admission counselors. We can’t wait to meet you in person and show you all that NECC has to offer.
Location:
Dr. Ibrahim El-Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center Lobby
414 Common St. Lawrence, MA 01840
Register Now!
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Enrollment Support Extended Hours
2025-08-20 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Recruitment counselors available every Wednesday to assist with FAFSA, guided self-placement and orientation
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Web registration ends at midnight for Full Semester and Fall Session I classes
2025-08-21 | MA

Campus Tour and Info Session
2025-08-21 09:00 - 10:30 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Campus Tour and Information Session
Visit us on the Haverhill Campus for an information session and a tour led by one of our admission counselors. We can’t wait to meet you in person and show you all that NECC has to offer.
Location:
Student Center Room 104
100 Elliott St. Haverhill, MA 01830
Register Now!
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Students will be dropped from Fall classes for non-payment
2025-08-25, 2025-08-28 | MA

Book voucher period for Full Semester and Fall Session I classes
2025-08-25 - 2025-09-19 | MA

Faculty Symposium
2025-08-26 14:00 - 17:45 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Faculty Symposium – August 26 | 2:00–5:45 PM

Join us for our Faculty Symposium as we kick off the new academic year! This afternoon event will feature important updates on our new Learning Management System (LMS), exciting developments in library services, advising enhancements, and more.

It’s a great opportunity to connect with colleagues, gather valuable information, and start the semester strong. Dinner and snacks provided!

**Faculty are eligible to receive a stipend for their attendance and participation.**

We look forward to seeing you there!
REGISTER HERE!
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NECC Library Summer Bookclub
2025-08-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
You’re invited to join us this summer for an NECC Book Club! Students, staff, and faculty are welcome. Sign up for one, two, or three book discussions. Please contact a librarian at library@necc.mass.edu if you would like help getting a copy of one of these books. We hope to see you there. Happy reading!
JUNE: We’re reading Call Me by Your Name by Andre Aciman. Find the audiobook here and the print book here.
Book discussion – Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 1:00 -2:00 pm, Bentley Library.
JULY: We’re reading American Spy by Lauren Wilkinson. Find the audiobook here and the print book here.
Book discussion – Wednesday, July 23, 2025. 1:00 – 2:00 pm, Lawrence Campus Library
AUGUST: We’re reading Elin Hilderbrand. Browse books by the author here.
Author discussion – Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 pm, Bentley Library
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Labor Day (College closed)
2025-09-01 | MA

Fall Convocation
2025-09-02 | MA

2025-2026 Academic Year begins
2025-09-02 | MA

Full Semester and Fall Session I classes begin
2025-09-03 | MA

Add/drop period for Fall Session I classes
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-05 | MA

Add/drop period for Full Semester classes
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-09 | MA

Weeks of Welcome (WOW)
2025-09-03 07:30 - 18:30 | All Campuses, Lawrence, MA, United States
During the Fall semester on Wednesday, September 3, Thursday, September 4, Friday, September 5 and Monday, September 8, there are welcome tables at the entrances of our academic buildings from 7:45am-6:45pm.
There will be tables at the following locations on both Haverhill and Lawrence campus.

NECC Haverhill – Building C- Spurk, Lobby Floor 1
NECC Haverhill – Building TC – Technology Center, Lobby Floor 1

NECC Lawrence – Building L- Dimitry Building, Atrium
NECC Lawrence – Building LC- El-Hefni Health & Technology, Lobby Floor 1
Come on in and become part of the Knight family. Find some helpful resources to make your semester a success and have your questions answered by our staff.
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WOW: Custom Pennants - Lawrence
2025-09-03 10:30 - 12:30 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
It’s the first day of classes, and we’re celebrating the start of Weeks of Welcome! Stop by to meet the Office of Student Life, ask questions, and learn how to get involved on campus. While you’re here, design your very own custom NECC pennant to show off your Knight pride.
This is a casual, drop-in event—swing by for a quick chat, stay to decorate, or just grab your pennant to take with you. Start your semester with connection, creativity, and campus spirit!
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