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Welcome to Spring's
8-Week Courses,
Start Strong, Finish Fast

Hi Desert Warrior,
Welcome to the Spring semester at Imperial Valley College! With the semester officially beginning on Tuesday, February 17, our records indicate that you are enrolled in one or more 8-week courses this term. Because 8-week classes move at an accelerated pace, we’re reaching out with important reminders and helpful tips to ensure you start strong and stay on track from day one.

Review Your Course Details Early

While the Spring semester officially begins February 17, some 8-week courses may have start dates that differ from the traditional 16-week schedule. Not all classes begin or end on the same timeline, so it is important to carefully review the details for each of your enrolled courses.

Use this checklist to feel confident heading into the first week:

Confirm your class schedule and start dates
Log in to Canvas and check your IVC email
Review syllabi as they become available
Order required textbooks and supplies early
Identify your exam dates
Mark your last day to drop without receiving a W
Plan weekly study and class time in your calendar
Reach out to IVC's support services early if you need help

In 8-week courses, exams and drop deadlines typically occur much sooner than in traditional 16-week classes, so reviewing this information early can make all the difference.

How 8-Week Courses Differ from 16-Week Courses

IVC's 8-week classes are not harder, but they are faster. You’ll meet for classes more often so you can finish in half the time. You will earn the same units as a 16-week course, but finish sooner.

Accelerated pace: Assignments, exams, and major deadlines happen sooner and closer together.
Earlier key deadlines: Drop dates and major assessments come up quickly.

Missing even one week in an 8-week course can feel like missing more than two weeks in a traditional semester.

8-Week Course: TIPS FOR SUCCESS

Prep + Plan:

Read and review your syllabus as soon as you can.
Create a calendar with assignment dates.
Set aside study time every week.

Stay Connected:

Ask for help early
Talk with your instructors and classmates.

Need extra academic support?

Click here to learn about the Learning Services Department and get started with tutoring.

Balance + Breathe:

Avoid taking more than 3, 8-week classes per session.
Keep your goals in sight, you’ve got this, Warrior!

Learn More

For a full overview of how 8-week courses work, FAQs, financial aid timing, and how to explore available classes, click on the link below:

👉 Learn more about IVC 8-Week Accelerated Courses

Access Your Student Schedule and Add/Drop Dates

After logging into WebSTAR, locate the Student Self Service Links section. Click on Student.

Then select View Student Schedule/Bill. This page will allow you to view your individualized class schedule, important add/drop dates, and billing details for the term

Accessing Your Student Email

Use your IVC student credentials to log in
Check your email daily as instructors and campus offices communicate important updates here
To log in to your student email click here or hoover over the login button on the IVC main webpage and click on student email login

Accessing Canvas

Canvas is your hub for course materials, assignments, and announcements
Log in with your IVC credentials
You access canvas by clicking here or hoovering over the login button on the IVC main webpage and select canvas