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News

  • November 9, 2020

    Mark Somerville Named New Provost and Dean of Faculty at Olin College

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  • October 19, 2020

    Barabino Elected to National Academy of Medicine

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  • October 15, 2020

    SCOPE 2020-2021: COVID-19 Can’t Stop These Students from Making an Impact

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Academic Policies

One of Olin’s highest priorities is the well-being of its students, and Olin recognizes that individual circumstances often call for individual approaches. Olin’s faculty, staff, and administration will always attempt to do what is right, regardless of the formal rule. The following policies will help to ensure that students are treated fairly.

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Olin College of Engineering

An undergraduate engineering institution exploring innovative approaches to engineering education since its founding in 1997.

1000 Olin Way
Needham, MA 02492
781.292.2300

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