Iowa State University announces spring 2021 timeline, optional online winter term

President Wendy Wintersteen announced that spring classes will begin Jan. 25. The semester will end May 6, consistent with the current calendar. Classes will be held during spring break, originally scheduled for March 15-19. Courses will also continue to be offered in four delivery modes, face-to-face, online, hybrid, and arranged. Academic leaders also are planning a five-week, online winter session, beginning Dec. 14 and ending Jan. 21. Additional information, including class schedules and tuition rates, will be available in the coming weeks.