Switched at Birth: Season 4
The fourth season picks up right after graduation with the family and Emmett discovering Bay's impulsive decision - and no one is happy about it. Meanwhile, Daphne is determined to prove herself worthy of her switchster's sacrifice while also dealing with the challenges of a whole new world of college.
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Switched at Birth Season 3.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
The fourth season picks up right after graduation with the family and Emmett discovering Bay's impulsive decision - and no one is happy about it. Meanwhile, Daphne is determined to prove herself worthy of her switchster's sacrifice while also dealing with the challenges of a whole new world of college.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
And It Cannot Be Changed
Jan 6, 2015 · 43 min
With both Emmett and Daphne heading off to college, Bay finds that taking the blame for Daphne may be harder than she thought.
Bracing the Waves
Jan 13, 2015 · 43 min
Daphne struggles with the speed and depth of her coursework.
I Lock the Door Upon Myself
Jan 20, 2015 · 43 min
Bay's current status may prevent her from qualifying for the Kansas City Artist Showcase.
We Were So Close That Nothing Use to Stand Between Us
Jan 27, 2015 · 43 min
Bay feels pressured to maximize her short time with Emmett when he comes for a surprise visit.
At the First Clear Word
Feb 3, 2015 · 43 min
After a night of drinking with her friend Tank (guest star Max Adler, "Glee"), Bay wakes to find that she doesn't remember all the details of the night. She tries to piece together
Black and Gray
Feb 10, 2015 · 43 min
A private matter goes public for Bay, leading to an investigation by the university.
Fog and Storm and Rain
Feb 17, 2015 · 43 min
As a severe storm warning forces everyone to hunker down indoors, Kathryn's mom Bonnie comes for a visit, bringing her friend Lucille and delivers some unexpected news to Kathryn.
Art Like Love Is Dedication
Feb 24, 2015 · 43 min
Bay tries to figure out how she can pursue an art career. Regina invites Eric and his son to stay with her temporarily. Mingo asks Daphne to hang out. Meanwhile, Kathryn offers to
The Player's Choice
Mar 3, 2015 · 43 min
Iris urges Daphne to broaden her college experience by rushing a sorority. Bay inserts herself when Travis's popularity as a UMKC baseball player starts to affect his relationship
There Is My Heart
Mar 10, 2015 · 43 min
Intent on making their relationship work, Bay surprises Emmett with a visit to Los Angeles while he's shooting his first big class project. Daphne is distraught with her performanc
To Repel Ghosts
Aug 24, 2015 · 43 min
Bay is haunted by her breakup with Emmett and struggles to figure out where their relationship fell apart. Daphne's excitement about her new relationship with Mingo is hampered by
How Does a Girl Like You Get to Be a Girl Like You
Aug 31, 2015 · 43 min
In the wake of her breakup with Emmett, Bay decides to refocus her energy on school and signs up for a Spanish class, only to discover that the new harassment policy has put her in
Between Hope and Fear
Sep 7, 2015 · 43 min
Daphne is thrilled when Eric asks Regina to move in with him, but Regina is troubled by how little she knows about the mother of Eric's son, Will, and decides to go to Atlanta to f
We Mourn, We Weep, We Love Again
Sep 14, 2015 · 43 min
The news about Regina moving out from the guest house is a big discovery on its own, but it's definitely not the only one. As Kathryn and John discuss the future of their finances,
Instead of Damning the Darkness, it's Better to Light a Little Lantern
Sep 21, 2015 · 43 min
Daphne, Bay, and Travis celebrate spring break with a volunteer trip to rural Mexico with Melody to distribute hearing aids to underprivileged locals.
Borrowing Your Enemy's Arrows
Sep 28, 2015 · 43 min
Daphne and Mingo decide to introduce their parents at the Kennishes' grill night, only to find Mingo's father is the business manager John blames for his current financial problems
To the Victor Belong the Spoils
Oct 5, 2015 · 43 min
With Mingo's help, Daphne holds a fundraiser to help support a sign-language school in Mexico. Bay is livid when a student starts using her art to sell crude t-shirts. Regina deals
The Accommodations of Desire
Oct 12, 2015 · 43 min
Daphne's correspondence with Quinn starts to affect her relationship with Mingo.
A Mad Tea Party
Oct 19, 2015 · 43 min
In an effort to finish some last minute planning for Lily's baby shower, Regina asks Bay to spend some time with Will.
And Always Searching for Beauty
Oct 26, 2015 · 43 min
Bay is excited to hold her first art show. Daphne interviews for an internship that would bring her closer to Quinn, causing friction with Mingo.