An average student has at least one or two full open mods (free periods) per day, that can be used for studying, interacting with teachers, eating lunch, or socializing.
Since modular scheduling leaves students with a relatively large amount of unstructured time outside of classes, some schools also adopt open campus policies.
At Westside High School in Omaha, Nebraska, which has used a modular schedule since 1967, juniors and seniors who have met specific requirements are eligible to apply for a pass that allows them to leave the building during open mods.
[4] When Covington Catholic High School implemented a modular schedule in 1968, it also extended off-campus privileges to all students, encouraging them to visit community institutions such as libraries.
However, the policy proved controversial; after a change in management, the school limited off-campus privileges to seniors in good standing.
[citation needed] At the Incarnate Word High School San Antonio, Texas classes run on a modular schedule.