The first day of classes for the spring semester will begin with remote instruction on Monday, January 25, 2021, with on-campus instruction slated to begin Monday, February 8. On February 8, instruction offerings will expand to several formats—in person, hybrid, and remote.
Return to South Hill
Ithaca College is pleased to welcome students back to campus for the Spring 2021 semester. Though the national situation around the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, we remain committed to delivering a signature IC experience to our students in the midst of it, and will continue to prioritize flexibility, safety, and the public good.
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Information for Students and Families
Ready to come back to South Hill? Get all the key info about academic options, move-in, tuition and financial aid, dining, and more.
COVID Dashboard
Updates on IC's testing, isolation, and quarantine data. Testing is completed in partnership with Cayuga Health System.
Campus Health, Safety, and Prevention
Ithaca College's framework for campus health, safety and prevention during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
New York State Entry Requirements
Requirements for students traveling to NY from contiguous states, non-contiguous states, U.S. Territories, and other countries.
Campus Reopening Document
View a copy of the official, comprehensive plan submitted to the New York State Department of Health.
Updates and Messages
All communications sent out from the college regarding the return to South Hill.
Sustaining the IC Experience
Although most Ithaca College courses have been online this fall, our faculty members developed new and innovative ways to teach these classes. Read about faculty and students who collaborate in virtual environments to foster experiential learning opportunities.
Adhering to State Guidelines
Our comprehensive reopening plan was developed in strict accord with guidance provided by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and his New York Forward plan. Governor Cuomo has provided extraordinary leadership in helping ensure that the reopening of the state takes place in a data-driven, well-thought out and coordinated way.
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