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Quarter-Based Study Planner

Designed for quarter systems. 10 weeks of focused, strategic planning.

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Quarter-Based Study Planner

10 weeks. Clear phases. Measurable progress.

Quarter
Year
Start Date
Finals Week
Quarter at a Glance
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
W1
W2
W3
W4
W5
W6
W7
W8
W9
W10

Highlighted weeks = typical midterm/finals periods. Mark key dates in cells.

Courses This Quarter
Course 1: _______________
Units:
Target Grade:
Hardest Topic:
Course 2: _______________
Units:
Target Grade:
Hardest Topic:
Course 3: _______________
Units:
Target Grade:
Hardest Topic:
Course 4: _______________
Units:
Target Grade:
Hardest Topic:
Quarter Phases
Phase 1: Foundation Weeks 1-3
Phase 2: Deep Learning Weeks 4-6
Phase 3: Application & Review Weeks 7-9
Phase 4: Finals Prep Week 10+
Key Deadlines
Week
Assignment / Exam
Course
Quarter Progress

Fill in each segment as you complete that week:

Week 1 Midterms Finals
Quarter Reflection
What I learned about my study habits:
Changes for next quarter:

How to Use This Planner

  1. Fill in quarter details and current quarter indicator at start.
  2. List all courses with target grades and identify challenging topics early.
  3. Mark key dates in the week-at-a-glance grid (exams, deadlines).
  4. Set specific goals for each phase of the quarter.
  5. Quarter systems move fast—review this planner weekly.
  6. Track progress by filling in week segments as you complete them.
  7. Adjust phase goals based on actual course pace.
  8. Use reflection to improve strategy for the next quarter.