Academic Calendar
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Mar
11
Graduation Information Fair
2:30 PM to 6:00 PM in Velzy Commons (Ullsvik Hall). This event is intended for undergraduate students at the Platteville campus.
Spring 2026
Mar
16 - 20
Spring Break (No Classes)
Spring 2026
Mar
23
Classes Resume
Spring 2026
Mar
27
First 8-week Session Ends
Spring 2026
Mar
27
Last Day to Drop Second 5-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Spring 2026
Mar
30
Second 8-week Session Begins
3/30/2026 to 5/22/2026
Spring 2026
Mar
31
Self-Service Add Ends for Second 8-week Courses
Spring 2026
Mar - Apr
31 - 28
Priority Registration for Fall 2026 Begins (March 31 - April 28)
Registration and Drop/Add Begins for
Continuing Undergraduate Students (Excludes Graduate Students, Distance
Campus Students, New Students, Special Students, Auditors, and Early
College Credit Program).See Priority Registration Schedule for details.
Spring 2026
Mar
31
Summer 2026 Registration Begins
Registration
opens for Summer 2026 for Graduate Students, Distance Campus Students, and Platteville Campus Students (Excludes Early
College Credit Program).
Spring 2026
Mar - Apr
31 - 28
Priority Registration for Fall 2026 Begins (March 31 - April 28)
Registration and Drop/Add
Begins for Continuing Undergraduate Students (Excludes Graduate
Students, Distance Campus Students, New
Students, Special Students, Auditors, and Early College Credit Program).See Priority Registration Schedule for details.
Fall 2026
Mar
31
Summer 2026 Registration Begins
Registration
opens for Summer 2026 for Graduate Students, Distance Campus Students, and Platteville Campus Students (Excludes Early
College Credit Program).
Summer 2026
Mar
31
Registration Opens for Fall 2026*
*For Graduate Students and Distance Campus Students only. Platteville Campus Students should refer to the Priority Registration Schedule for details.
Spring 2026
Mar
31
Registration Opens for Fall 2026*
*For Graduate Students and Distance Campus Students only. Platteville Campus Students should refer to the Priority Registration Schedule for details.
Fall 2026
Mar
31
Registration Opens for Summer 2026 for Collaborative Programs
Summer 2026
Apr
2
All Classes/Labs (including Evening Classes) Meet as Scheduled
Spring 2026
Apr
3 - 6
April Break (No Classes)
Spring 2026
Apr
7
Last Day to Drop Second 8-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Spring 2026
Apr
7
Classes Resume
Spring 2026
Apr
8
Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for Second 8-week Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Spring 2026
Apr
10
Last Day to Drop Regular (Full Semester) Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Spring 2026
Apr
10
10-week Session Ends
Spring 2026
Apr
10
Second 5-week Session Ends
Spring 2026
Apr
10
Last Day to Drop Collaborative Program Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Last day to drop a course; a notation of "WD" will be recorded on your transcript. Drop fee of $45 per course regardless of credits.
Spring 2026
Apr
13
Registration Opens for Fall 2026 for Collaborative Programs
Fall 2026
Apr
13
Permission Number Site Available for Fall 2026 for Collaborative Programs
Fall 2026
Apr
13
Third 5-week Session Begins
4/13/2026 to 5/15/2026
Spring 2026
Apr
14
Self-Service Add Ends for Third 5-week Courses
Spring 2026
Apr
17
Last Day to Drop Third 5-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Spring 2026
Apr
18
$45 Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for Third 5-week Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Spring 2026
May
1
Last Day to Drop Second 8-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Spring 2026
May
1
Last Day to Drop Third 5-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Spring 2026
May
8
Collaborative Program Courses End
Spring 2026
May
15
Third 5-week Session Ends
Spring 2026
May
16
Commencement
All ceremonies will be held in the Williams Fieldhouse as follows:
9:00 a.m. College of LAE, Master Degree Candidates, and Associate Degree Candidates12:30 p.m. College of EMS4:00 p.m. College of BILSA
See website for details.
Spring 2026
May
18 - 22
Final Exams
See Final Exam Schedule for details. Graduate Students and Distance Campus Students should check with their instructors regarding Final Exams.
Spring 2026
May
22
Second 8-week Session Ends
Spring 2026
May
22
Regular (Full Semester) Courses Ends
Spring 2026
May
22
Self-Service Add Ends (Registration Deadline) for Collaborative Programs
Last day to register for courses. If you plan to use purchase order/voucher, military benefits, or financial aid, you should register for your courses at least three weeks before the registration deadline to ensure enough time to complete the necessary paperwork.
Summer 2026
May
22
Last Day to Cancel Summer 2026 Registration Without Fees in Self-Service (3 p.m. Deadline*)
*After 3 p.m. a withdrawal form or written statement is required.
Summer 2026
May
22
Spring Semester Ends at 5:00 p.m.
Spring 2026
May
25
Memorial Day (No Classes, University Offices Closed)
Spring 2026
May
25
Memorial Day (No Classes, University Offices Closed)
Summer 2026
May
26
Summer Semester Begins
5/26/2026 to 8/14/2026
Summer 2026
May
26
First 4-week Session Begins
5/26/2026 to 6/19/2026
Summer 2026
May
26
First 6-week Session Begins
5/26/2026 to 7/3/2026
Summer 2026
May
26
First 8-week Session Begins
5/26/2026 to 7/17/2026
Summer 2026
May
26
12-week (Regular) Session Begins
5/26/2026 to 8/14/2026
Summer 2026
May
26
Collaborative Program Courses Begin
5/26/2026 to 8/7/2026
Summer 2026
May
27
Self-Service Add Ends for First 4-week Courses
Summer 2026
May
27
Self-Service Add Ends for First 6-week Courses
Summer 2026
May
27
Self-Service Add Ends for First 8-week Courses
Summer 2026
May
28
Spring Final Grades Due at 8:00 a.m. (Faculty Electronic Submission)
Spring 2026
May
29
Spring Grades Available for Students to View in PASS after 4:00 p.m.
Spring 2026
Jun
1
Self-Service Add Ends for 12-week (Regular) Courses
Summer 2026
Jun
1
Last Day to Drop First 4-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
1
Last Day to Drop First 6-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
1
Last Day to Drop First 8-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
1
Last Day to Drop Collaborative Program Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Last day to drop a course; the course will not be recorded on your transcript. After this date, there will be a drop fee of $45 per course regardless of credits and a notation of “WD” will be recorded on your transcript.
Summer 2026
Jun
2
$45 Drop Fee Begins for First 4-week Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jun
2
$45 Drop Fee Begins for First 6-week Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jun
2
$45 Drop Fee Begins for First 8-week Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jun
2
$45 Drop Fee Begins for Collaborative Program Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jun
8
10-week Session Begins
6/8/2026 to 8/14/2026
Summer 2026
Jun
8
Last Day to Drop 12-week (Regular) Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
9
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Fall 2026 semester.
Spring 2026
Jun
9
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Fall 2026 semester.
Summer 2026
Jun
9
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Fall 2026 semester.
Fall 2026
Jun
9
$45 Drop Fee Begins for 12-week (Regular) Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jun
9
Self-Service Add Ends for 10-week Courses
Summer 2026
Jun
11
Last Day to Drop First 4-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
12
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Fall 2026 semester.
Spring 2026
Jun
12
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Fall 2026 semester.
Summer 2026
Jun
12
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Fall 2026 semester.
Fall 2026
Jun
12
Last Day to Drop 10-week Courses Without a "WD" Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
13
$45 Drop Fee Begins for 10-week Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jun
18
Last Day to Drop First 6-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
19
First 4-week Session Ends
Summer 2026
Jun
22
Second 4-week Session Begins
6/22/2026 to 7/17/2026
Summer 2026
Jun
22
Second 8-week Session Begins
6/22/2026 to 8/14/2026
Summer 2026
Jun
23
Self-Service Add Ends for Second 4-week Courses
Summer 2026
Jun
23
Self-Service Add Ends for Second 8-week Courses
Summer 2026
Jun
26
Last Day to Drop Second 4-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
26
Last Day to Drop First 8-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
26
Last Day to Drop Second 8-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jun
27
$45 Drop Fee Begins for Second 4-week Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jun
27
$45 Drop Fee Begins for Second 8-week Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jul
3
First 6-week Session Ends
Summer 2026
Jul
3
Last Day to Drop Collaborative Program Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Last day to drop a course; a notation of "WD" will be recorded on your transcript. Drop fee of $45 per course regardless of credits.
Summer 2026
Jul
6
Second 6-week Session Begins
7/6/2026 to 8/14/2026
Summer 2026
Jul
7
Self-Service Add Ends for Second 6-week Courses
Summer 2026
Jul
8
Last Day to Drop Second 4-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jul
10
Last Day to Drop 12-week (Regular) Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jul
10
Last Day to Drop Second 6-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jul
11
$45 Drop Fee Begins for Second 6-week Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jul
17
First 8-week Session Ends
Summer 2026
Jul
17
Second 4-week Session Ends
Summer 2026
Jul
17
Last Day to Drop 10-week Courses with a "WD" Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jul
20
Third 4-week Session Begins
7/20/2026 to 8/14/2026
Summer 2026
Jul
21
Self-Service Add Ends for Third 4-week Courses
Summer 2026
Jul
24
Last Day to Drop Third 4-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jul
24
Last Day to Drop Second 8-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Jul
25
$45 Drop Fee Begins for Third 4-week Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Summer 2026
Jul
29
Last Day to Drop Second 6-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Aug
3
Special Student Registration for Fall 2026 Begins (excludes Auditors)
Fall 2026
Aug
5
Last Day to Drop Third 4-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Summer 2026
Aug
7
Collaborative Program Courses End
Summer 2026
Aug
14
10-week Session Ends
Summer 2026
Aug
14
Second 6-week Session Ends
Summer 2026
Aug
14
Second 8-week Session Ends
Summer 2026
Aug
14
Third 4-week Session Ends
Summer 2026
Aug
14
12-week (Regular) Session Ends
Summer 2026
Aug
14
Summer Semester Ends at 5:00 p.m.
Summer 2026
Aug
19
Summer Final Grades Due at Noon (Faculty Electronic Submission)
Summer 2026
Aug
20
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Fall 2026 semester.
Spring 2026
Aug
20
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Fall 2026 semester.
Summer 2026
Aug
20
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Fall 2026 semester.
Fall 2026
Aug
21
Summer Grades Available for Students to View in PASS after 4:00 p.m.
Summer 2026
Sep
1
Last Day to Cancel Fall 2026 Registration Without Fees in Self-Service (3:00 p.m. Deadline*)
*After 3:00 p.m. a withdrawal form or written statement is required.
Fall 2026
Sep
2
10-week Session Begins
9/2/2026 to 11/6/2026
Fall 2026
Sep
2
First 6-week Session Begins
9/2/2026 to 10/9/2026
Fall 2026
Sep
2
First 5-week Session Begins
9/2/2026 to 10/2/2026
Fall 2026
Sep
2
Fall Semester Begins
9/2/2026 to 12/18/2026
Fall 2026
Sep
2
Auditor Registration Begins
Fall 2026
Sep
2 - 9
University Withdrawals Assessed $50 Processing Fee
Fall 2026
Sep
2
Regular (Full Semester) Courses Begin
9/2/2026 to 12/18/2026
Fall 2026
Sep
2
First 8-week Session Begins
9/2/2026 to 10/23/2026
Fall 2026
Sep
3
Self-Service Add Ends for 10-week Courses
Fall 2026
Sep
3
Self-Service Add Ends for First 6-week Courses
Fall 2026
Sep
3
Self-Service Add Ends for First 5-week Courses
Fall 2026
Sep
3
Self-Service Add Ends for First 8-week Courses
Fall 2026
Sep
7
Self-Service Add Ends (Registration Deadline) for Collaborative Programs
Last day to register for courses. If you plan to use purchase order/voucher, military benefits, or financial aid, you should register for your courses at least three weeks before the registration deadline to ensure enough time to complete the necessary paperwork.
Fall 2026
Sep
7
Labor Day (No Classes, University Offices Closed)
Fall 2026
Sep
8
Collaborative Program Courses Begin
9/8/2026 to 12/18/2026
Fall 2026
Sep
8
Withdrawal Fee Assessed for Collaborative Program Courses
Students dropping to zero credits during the first five days will be assessed a $50 fee.Students dropping to zero credits during the second week (days 6-10) will be assessed a $100 fee.
Fall 2026
Sep
9
Last Day to Drop 10-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Sep
9
Last Day to Drop First 6-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Sep
9
Last Day to Drop First 5-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Sep
9
Last Day to File Pass/Fail and Audit Cards
Fall 2026
Sep
9
Self-Service Add Ends for Regular (Full Semester) Courses
Fall 2026
Sep
9
Last Day to Drop First 8-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Sep
10
$45 Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for 10-week Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Fall 2026
Sep
10
$45 Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for First 6-week Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Fall 2026
Sep
10
$45 Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for First 5-week Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Fall 2026
Sep
10 - 16
University Withdrawals Assessed $100 Processing Fee
Fall 2026
Sep
10
$45 Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for First 8-week Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Fall 2026
Sep
16
Last Day to Drop Regular (Full Semester) Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Sep
16
Last Day to Register for Regular (Full Semester) Courses
Fall 2026
Sep
17
$45 Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for Regular (Full Semester) Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Fall 2026
Sep
18
Last Day First 5-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Sep
21
Last Day to Drop Collaborative Program Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Sep
22
$45 Drop Fee Begins for Collaborative Program Courses
$45 Drop Fee per course
Fall 2026
Sep
25
Last Day to Drop First 6-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Oct
2
First 5-week Session Ends
Fall 2026
Oct
2
Last Day to Drop First 8-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Oct
5
Second 5-week Session Begins
10/5/2026 to 11/6/2026
Fall 2026
Oct
6
Self-Service Add Ends for Second 5-week Courses
Fall 2026
Oct
9
Last Day to Drop 10-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Oct
9
First 6-week Session Ends
Fall 2026
Oct
9
Last Day to Drop Second 5-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Oct
10
$45 Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for Second 5-week Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Fall 2026
Oct
23
Last Day to Drop Second 5-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Oct
23
First 8-week Session Ends
Fall 2026
Oct
26
Second 8-week Session Begins
10/26/2026 to 12/18/2026
Fall 2026
Oct
27
Self-Service Add Ends for Second 8-week Courses
Fall 2026
Oct
30
Last Day to Drop Second 8-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Oct
31
$45 Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for Second 8-week Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Fall 2026
Nov
6
10-week Session Ends
Fall 2026
Nov
6
Second 5-week Session Ends
Fall 2026
Nov
6
Last Day to Drop Regular (Full Semester) Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Nov
9
Third 5-week Session Begins
11/9/2026 to 12/11/2026
Fall 2026
Nov
10
Self-Service Add Ends for Third 5-week Courses
Fall 2026
Nov
13
Last Day to Drop Third 5-week Courses Without a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Nov
13
Last Day to Drop Collaborative Program Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Last day to drop a course; a notation of "WD" will be recorded on your transcript. Drop fee of $45 per course regardless of credits.
Fall 2026
Nov
14
$45 Late Add Fee and $45 Drop Fee Begins for Third 5-week Courses
$45 Late Add Fee per course and $45 Drop Fee per course
Fall 2026
Nov
24
All Classes/Labs (including Evening Classes) Meet as Scheduled
Fall 2026
Nov
25 - 29
November Recess (No Classes)
Fall 2026
Nov
26
Thanksgiving (No Classes, University Offices Closed)
Fall 2026
Nov
27
Last Day to Drop Second 8-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Nov
27
Last Day to Drop Third 5-week Courses with a "WD" (Withdrawn) Noted on Transcript
Fall 2026
Nov
30
Classes Resume
Fall 2026
Dec
11
Third 5-week Session Ends
Fall 2026
Dec
12
Commencement
Further details to be announced.
Fall 2026
Dec
14 - 18
Final Exams
See Final Exam Schedule for details. Graduate Students and Distance Campus Students should check with their instructors regarding Final Exams.
Fall 2026
Dec
18
Second 8-week Session Ends
Fall 2026
Dec
18
Collaborative Program Courses End
Fall 2026
Dec
18
Regular (Full Semester) Courses End
Fall 2026
Dec
18
Fall Semester Ends at 5:00 p.m.
Fall 2026
Dec
24 - 25
University Offices Closed
Winterim 2027
Dec
24 - 25
University Offices Closed
Fall 2026
Dec - Jan
31 - 1
University Offices Closed
Winterim 2027
Dec - Jan
31 - 1
University Offices Closed
Fall 2026
Jan
4
Winterim Classes Begin
1/4/2027 to 1/21/2027Week 1: 1/4/2027 to 1/8/2027Week 2: 1/11/2027 to 1/15/2027Week 3: 1/19/2027 to 1/21/2027
Winterim 2027
Jan
11
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Spring 2027 semester.
Fall 2026
Jan
11
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Spring 2027 semester.
Spring 2027
Jan
14
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Spring 2027 semester.
Fall 2026
Jan
14
Academic Appeals (for Student Dismissals)
For reinstatement/readmission for the Spring 2027 semester.
Spring 2027
Jan
18
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No Classes, University Offices Closed)
Winterim 2027
Jan
18
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No Classes, University Offices Closed)
Spring 2027
Jan
21
Winterim Classes End
Winterim 2027
Jan
22
Last Day to Cancel Spring 2027 Registration Without Fees (3 p.m. Deadline*)
*After 3:00 p.m. a
withdrawal form or written statement is required.
Spring 2027
Jan
25
Spring Semester Begins
Spring 2027
Jan
25
Auditor Registration Begins
Spring 2027
Jan
25 - 29
University Withdrawals Assessed $50 Processing Fee
Spring 2027
Jan
29
Last Day to File Pass/Fail and Audit Cards
Spring 2027
Feb
1 - 5
University Withdrawals Assessed $100 Processing Fee
Spring 2027
Mar
22 - 29
Spring Break (No Classes)
Spring 2027
Mar
30
Classes Resume
Spring 2027
May
15
Commencement
Further details to be announced.
Spring 2027
May
17 - 21
Final Exams
Graduate Students and Distance Campus Students should check with their instructors regarding Final Exams.
Spring 2027
May
21
Spring Semester Ends at 5:00 p.m.
Spring 2027
May
30
Memorial Day (No Classes, University Offices Closed)
Spring 2027