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SANDBURG TERMS TO KNOW Semesters Fall and spring semesters are 17 weeks in length. Winter session is four weeks and summer session is eight weeks. • Fall semester: August-December • Spring semester: January-May • Winter session: December-January • Summer session: June-July Virtual (synchronous) courses These courses have a specific meeting time when class is conducted via an online video conferencing platform, such as Microsoft Teams. If you’re enrolled in a virtual course, you will need quality internet access, a device with a web-enabled camera and microphone and time set aside to log in and participate at the designated time. Talent grants Talent grants are scholarships awarded to high-performing, high-achieving students in athletics, performing arts and academics. Talent grants can be awarded in the full, three-quarter, half and quarter tuition. Contact the Welcome Center for more information. Transfer degrees The associate in arts (AA) and associate in science (AS) degrees are designed to transfer to a four-year college or university so students may pursue a bachelor’s degree. 36