The University of California originally adopted a quarter system nearly 60 years ago to accommodate a surge in enrollment. Now, UC is assessing the feasibility of shifting back to semesters, already utilized by its Berkeley and Merced campuses. The quarter system, once aligned with a national trend, is now outdated with only about 50 campuses nationwide using it. A working group is evaluating the impacts of such a transition, focusing on student success and the financial implications. A report detailing findings is anticipated soon.
Facing an unprecedented boom in enrollment nearly 60 years ago, the University of California switched its campuses from semesters to faster-paced quarters, aiming to make space for more students by packing the calendar with a greater number of shorter classes.
The move was part of a national trend to join state campuses across the U.S. that were aligning with private universities, including Stanford, that had operated on quarters since World War I to accommodate students in military training programs.
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