Academic Calendar for Spring Semester 2026
| Event | Full Term | A Term | B Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last day to be admitted as a degree-seeking undergraduate student | Friday, January 9, 2026 | ||
| First day of Classes | Monday, January 12, 2026 | Monday, January 12, 2026 | Monday, March 9, 2026 |
| Faculty can begin making textbook selections for Summer semester | Monday, January 12, 2026 | ||
| $100 late registration fee for continuing students begins for initial enrollment on or after this date | Monday, January 12, 2026 | Monday, January 12, 2026 | Monday, March 9, 2026 |
| Summer Schedule of Classes Released on Web | Monday, January 12, 2026 | ||
| Last day to change audit status (Registration Activity Form required; instructor must sign form or provide online permission; submit form and ID to RaiderConnect) | Friday, January 16, 2026 | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | Wednesday, March 11, 2026 |
| Last day to register or add without instructor permission; online registration ends | Sunday, January 18, 2026 | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | Wednesday, March 11, 2026 |
| MLK Day Holiday; University Closed | Monday, January 19, 2026 | ||
| Participation Rosters due from Faculty by 5pm | Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 |
| Instructor approval required to register (Registration Activity Form required; student must contact Instructor for Instructor Permission to register; deliver form and photo ID to RaiderConnect) | Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | Thursday, January 15, 2026 | Thursday, March 12, 2026 |
| Registration Cancellation- Prior Term Balance | Friday, January 23, 2026 | ||
| Last day to purchase or waive student health insurance | Friday, January 23, 2026 | ||
| Last day to drop/withdraw and receive 100% tuition refund (if student has hold, Registration Form must be submitted to RaiderConnect on a business day) | Friday, January 23, 2026 | Friday, January 16, 2026 | Friday, March 13, 2026 |
| Census Date | Monday, January 26, 2026 | Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 |
| Faculty last day to modify Course Proposals in Curriculog (all steps) | Friday, January 30, 2026 | ||
| Undergraduate and Graduate Deadline to Apply for Graduation | Friday, February 6, 2026 | ||
| Last day to drop course without a grade (if student has hold, Registration Form must be submitted to RaiderConnect on a business day) | Friday, February 6, 2026 | Friday, January 23, 2026 | Friday, March 20, 2026 |
| Faculty textbook selections for Summer semester due | Monday, February 9, 2026 | ||
| Summer Registration begins | Monday, February 9, 2026 | ||
| Faculty can begin making textbook selections for Fall and Spring semesters | Monday, February 9, 2026 | ||
| Fall and Spring Schedule of Classes Released on Web | Monday, February 9, 2026 | ||
| Faculty May Begin Reporting Midterm Grades at 8am (required for all undergraduate classes; optional for graduate classes) | Monday, February 16, 2026 | ||
| Summer registration is open to all students | Friday, February 27, 2026 | ||
| A-Term Last Day of Classes | Saturday, February 28, 2026 | ||
| Faculty eCampus Inclusive Courseware Deadline to opt in/out Summer semester | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | ||
| Spring Break | Monday, March 2 to Friday, March 6, 2026 | ||
| Midterm Grades due by Noon (Only applies to FULL term classes Required of all undergraduate classes; optional for graduate classes) | Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | ||
| Faculty textbook selections for Fall and Spring semesters due | Monday, March 9, 2026 | ||
| Fall and Spring Registration begins | Monday, March 9, 2026 | ||
| A-Term Final Grades Due by Noon | Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | ||
| Summer Fee Assessment Begins | Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | ||
| Last day to drop course with a W grade (if student has hold, Registration Form must be submitted to RaiderConnect on a business day) | Friday, March 20, 2026 | Friday, February 6, 2026 | Friday, April 3, 2026 |
| Fall and Spring Registration open to all students | Friday, March 27, 2026 | ||
| Last Day to Register to Walk in the Spring Commencement Ceremony | Friday, March 27, 2026 | ||
| Summer Fees Due for registrations through April 15 | Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | ||
| Last day of classes | Saturday, April 25, 2026 | Saturday, February 28, 2026 | Saturday, April 25, 2026 |
|
Full Term Final Examinations Begin A & B Term Examinations Vary - See Course Syllabus |
Monday, April 27, 2026 | ||
| Faculty may begin entering final grades | Monday, April 27, 2026 | ||
| Graduation/Commencement - Graduate School (master's/doctoral students) | Friday, May 1, 2026 | ||
| Graduation/Commencement - Undergraduate Students | Saturday, May 2, 2026 | ||
| Final Grades Due for Full and B Terms by Noon | Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | ||
| Deadline to Request Diploma Pick-Up | Friday, June 19, 2026 | ||
| Diplomas Available for Pick-Up at RaiderConnect (must have been requested in advance) | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | ||
| Diplomas Mailed | Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | ||
