Reading Area Community CollegeStudent Guide

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College in Reading, PA. Operating on a semester system.

Reading, PA
5K+ students
@racc.edu
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Student guide · 1st Bi-term (8 weeks)

The semester, explained for Reading Area Community College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
1st Bi-term (8 weeks)
Campus terms
5
Local details
11

Academic calendar

1st Bi-term (8 weeks) runs Aug 22, 2026 – Oct 10, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

11 entries
  1. Summer 2 (10 weeks)
  2. Summer 3 (8 weeks)
  3. 1st Bi-term (8 weeks)Relevant now
  4. Fall (15 weeks)
  5. Fall 2 (11 weeks)
  6. 2nd Bi-term (8 weeks)
  7. Winterim (5 weeks)
  8. 1st Bi-term (8 weeks)
  9. Spring (15 weeks)
  10. Spring 2 (11 weeks)
  11. 2nd Bi-term (8 weeks)

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Campus language

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5 terms

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
SVA
Student Veterans of America, a club supporting military-affiliated students.

T

The Bridge
The enclosed pedestrian bridge over Front Street that connects Berks Hall to the Yocum Library.
The Nest
Raven's Nest, the primary campus cafeteria and dining area located in Berks Hall.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

11 details
BARTA
The Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority bus system, which many students use to commute to the downtown campus.
Berks
Berks Hall, the main administrative and classroom building.
Canvas
The learning management system (LMS) used for accessing course materials and submitting assignments.
Miller Center
The Miller Center for the Arts, the campus theater and performance venue.
Penn
Penn Hall, a campus building used for various academic departments.
Raven Flash
The emergency notification system used for campus-wide alerts and weather-related closings.
raven_s_caf
Raven's Café
Self-Service
The online portal where students register for classes, check grades, and manage financial aid.
STTC
Schmidt Training and Technology Center, housing technical and workforce programs.
Weitz
Weitz Hall, which contains classrooms and faculty offices.
Yocum
Yocum Library, the campus library and academic resource center.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
1st Bi-term (8 weeks) runs Aug 22, 2026 – Oct 10, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
5 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

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Life in Reading for Reading Area Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Reading.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,050

Cost of Living Index

90

Student Population

15,000

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

47

Public Transit

Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA) bus

Nearest Airports

Reading Regional Airport (RDG)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

52°F

Avg Snowfall

30 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Student Lot A

surface_lot • first-come, first-served

Located on Front Street, closest to the Miller Center and Yocum Library.

Student Lot B

surface_lot

Located along Franklin Street.

Student Lot E

surface_lot

Located on the northwest side of campus off Front Street.

Parking Garage

garage

Adjacent to the college with entrances on N. Front Street and Washington Street. Uses ParkMobile app for payment.

Campus News

Latest updates from Reading Area Community College

Reading Area Community College Receives $1 Million Dual Enrollment Grant

The Pennsylvania Department of Education announced a $1 million grant to RACC to expand dual enrollment course offerings in allied health, engineering, and education.

Jul 15, 2026

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RACC President Wins American Association of Community Colleges CEO of the Year

RACC President Dr. Susan Looney was named the CEO of the Year by the American Association of Community Colleges.

Apr 14, 2026

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RACC uses the Omnilert system for emergency and weather alerts. Users must sign up to receive notifications.

RACC uses the Omnilert system for emergency and weather alerts. Users must sign up to receive notifications.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Reading Area Community College

High School Senior & Parent Night

September 15, 2026

Schmidt Training & Technology Center

High school seniors and their parents can learn about RACC's 60+ associate degree and certificate programs, scholarship opportunities, and pathways to bachelor degree programs. A campus tour will also be provided.

Wooden Ships Band

September 18, 2026

Miller Center for the Arts

A performance by the Wooden Ships Band at the Miller Center for the Arts.

Sara Contreras: Freak of Nature

September 19, 2026

Miller Center for the Arts

A comedy performance by Sara Contreras at the Miller Center for the Arts.

Fall 2 Begins (11 Weeks)

September 21, 2026

Reading Area Community College Campus

The start of the 11-week Fall 2 academic session.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@racc.edu

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