September 23, 2003 • 43m
After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.
September 30, 2003 • 42m
Lorelai helps Rory move into her dorm, where she meets an odd new roommate, and learns that she will also be sharing her room with a familiar face.
October 7, 2003 • 44m
Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.
October 14, 2003 • 44m
While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.
October 21, 2003 • 44m
Lorelai struggles to hide details of her life from Emily. Rory discovers that college dating isn't easy. Lorelai invites Luke over for movie night.
October 28, 2003 • 44m
Emily hires Lorelai and Sookie to cater an elaborate launch party for Richard's new company, but insists they prove that they are worthy of her trust.
November 4, 2003 • 44m
Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.
November 11, 2003 • 43m
Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.
November 18, 2003 • 44m
Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.
January 20, 2004 • 43m
Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.
January 27, 2004 • 43m
Lorelai is upset that Luke has gotten an apartment in another town. Rory learns that a guy she likes has been spreading false information about her.
February 3, 2004 • 43m
Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.
February 10, 2004 • 43m
Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.
February 17, 2004 • 43m
Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.
February 24, 2004 • 41m
Rory gets a glimpse of Dean's new life. When Lorelai and Rory spend a day at the mall, they run into Emily on a wild shopping spree.
March 2, 2004 • 43m
Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.
April 13, 2004 • 43m
Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.
April 20, 2004 • 43m
Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.
April 27, 2004 • 43m
Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.
May 4, 2004 • 43m
A self-help tape helps a depressed Luke realize who his soul mate is. Lorelai is stressed as the Dragonfly Inn's opening day approaches.
May 11, 2004 • 43m
Jess walks his mother down the aisle at her Renaissance-themed wedding. Luke asks his new love interest on a date. Dean confides in Rory.
May 18, 2004 • 43m
Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.