Important Dates for Parents and Families
2025-26 Academic Year
Spring Semester Classes Begin
Monday, January 12, 2026
Spring Break
Saturday, March 7, 2026 - Sunday, March 15, 2026
Easter Break
Thursday, April 2, 2026 - Monday, April 6, 2026
University Commencement
Saturday, May 16, 2026
2026-27 Academic Year
Global Transition Program for New Undergraduate International Students
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - Friday, August 21, 2026
Opening Day and New Student Move-In
Saturday, August 22, 2026
New Student Orientation for All Colleges/Campuses
Saturday, August 22, 2026 - Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Fall Semester Classes Begin
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Fall Family Weekend
Friday, October 23, 2026 - Sunday, October 25, 2026
Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, November 25, 2026 - Sunday, November 29, 2026
Winter Break
Thursday, December 24, 2026 - Sunday, January 17, 2027
University closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027
Spring Semester Classes Begin
Tuesday, January 19, 2027
Spring Break & Easter Break
Thursday, March 18, 2027 - Tuesday, March 30, 2027
University Commencement
Saturday, May 22, 2027
For additional dates and resources, please reference the Academic Calendars website.