Navigating Mississippi College: Your Guide to the Academic Calendar

The academic journey at any institution requires careful planning and adherence to important dates and deadlines. Mississippi College, with its commitment to academic and personal growth, provides comprehensive academic calendars to help students, both prospective and current, navigate their educational path. These calendars outline key dates for fall, spring, and summer semesters, including registration periods, holidays, and final examination schedules.

Understanding the Academic Calendar Structure

The University of Mississippi academic calendar operates on a semester system, featuring fall and spring semesters that each span 16 weeks. In addition to these traditional semesters, intersession and summer sessions are offered with varying start and end dates to accommodate diverse student needs.

Key Components of the Calendar

Prospective and current students can plan ahead with these comprehensive calendars. Our calendar includes important dates such as registration deadlines, holidays, and final-exam periods. Calendar dates are subject to change, so it’s good to confirm before finalizing your plans.

Detailed Breakdown of Key Dates and Deadlines

To provide a clear understanding of the academic timeline, let's delve into the specific dates and deadlines for upcoming semesters.

2025 - 2026 Academic Calendar

Below is the academic calendar for 2025 - 2026, where you’ll find important dates and deadlines for the upcoming semesters.

Fall Semester 2025

March 10 to April 7 (Monday to Monday): Academic Advising (Summer and Fall)
March 31 to April 14 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (Summer and Fall)
March 31 to July 31 (Monday to Thursday): Phase 1 registration period
July 31 (Thursday): Fall 2025 tuition and fees posted to students’ accounts.
August 1 (Friday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Refund period ends.
August 29 (Friday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add.
September 1 (Monday): LABOR DAY HOLIDAY Administrative Offices closed.
September 2 (Tuesday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance.
September 10 (Wednesday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended August 28).
October 8 (Wednesday): Classes end.
October 9 to 10 (Thursday to Friday): Final Examinations.

Winter Session

October 6 to November 3 (Monday to Monday): Academic Advising (for winter, spring, and summer sessions)
October 27 to November 10 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (for winter session and spring)
October 27 to November 30 (Monday to Sunday): Phase 1 registration period (for winter session and spring)
December 1 (Monday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Phase 2 registration
January 4 (Sunday): Last day to officially cancel registration and avoid responsibility for payment of tuition and fees.
January 5 (Monday): Classes begin; late registration fee ($100) assessed this date; 100% refund (less 5% of fees or $100, whichever is less) on withdrawals through January 6. Phase 3 registration.
January 6 (Tuesday): Last day to register or add classes; refund period ends.
January 6 (Tuesday): Deadline for course withdrawals - Law School only.
January 7 (Wednesday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add
January 8 (Thursday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended January 6).
January 8 (Thursday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance.
January 16 (Friday): Classes end
January 17 (Saturday): Final examinations

Spring Semester

October 6 to November 3 (Monday to Monday): Academic Advising (Winter and Spring)
October 27 to Nov 10 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (Winter and Spring)
October 27 to Nov 30 (Monday to Sunday): Phase 1 registration period (Winter and Spring)
December 1 (Monday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Phase 2 registration.
January 19 (Monday): MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY (Administrative Offices closed.)
January 19 (Monday): Last day to officially cancel registration and avoid responsibility for payment of tuition and fees.
January 20 (Tuesday): Classes begin; registration fee ($100) assessed this date; 100% refund (less 5% of fees or $100, whichever is less) on withdrawals through February 2. Phase 3 registration.
January 26 (Monday): Students may add courses on a space available basis through this date.
February 3 (Tuesday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add.
February 16 (Monday): Deadline for course withdrawals - Law School only
February 16 (Monday): Last day to register or add classes (between January 27 and February 16 may add only with instructor’s approval.) Refund period ends.
February 16 (Monday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance.
March 7 to 15 (Saturday to Sunday): SPRING BREAK
March 9 to April 27 (Monday to Monday): Academic Advising (Fall and Winter)
March 16 (Monday): Midterm Grades/Progress Reports due.
March 20 (Friday): Last day to submit diploma applications for May and August.
March 20 (Friday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended February 16).
April 13 to April 27 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (Fall)
April 13 to November 9 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (Winter)
April 13 to July 31 (Monday to Friday): Phase 1 registration period (Fall)
April 13 to November 30 (Monday to Monday): Phase 1 registration period (Winter)
April 3 (Friday): GOOD FRIDAY HOLIDAY (Administrative Offices closed)
April 9 (Thursday): Honors Convocation
May 1 (Friday): Classes end.
May 4 to 8 (Monday to Friday): Final Examinations.
May 9 (Saturday): Commencement Convocation (Individual school/program ceremonies may be scheduled on this date or on the days before or after May 9.)

Second Spring

October 6 to November 3 (Monday to Monday): Academic Advising (Winter and Spring)
October 27 to November 10 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (Winter and Spring)
October 27 to February 28 (Monday to Saturday): Phase 1 registration period (Second Spring)
March 1 (Sunday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Phase 2 registration.
March 17 (Tuesday): Last day to officially cancel registration and avoid responsibility for payment of tuition and fees.
March 18 (Wednesday): Classes begin; registration fee ($100) assessed this date; 100% refund (less 5% of fees or $100, whichever is less) on withdrawals through March 23. Phase 3 registration.
March 23 (Monday): Last day to register or add classes. Refund period ends.
March 24 (Tuesday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add.
March 25 (Wednesday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance.
April 2 (Thursday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended March 23).
April 3 (Friday): GOOD FRIDAY HOLIDAY (Administrative Offices closed.)
April 9 (Thursday): Honors Convocation
May 1 (Friday): Classes end.
May 4 to 8 (Monday to Friday): Final Examinations.

Summer Semesters

October 6 to April 6 (Monday to Monday): Academic Advising (all summer terms)
October 27 to April 13 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (all summer terms)
October 27 to April 30 (Monday to Thursday): Phase 1 registration period
May 1 (Friday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Phase 2 registration.
May 10 (Sunday): Last day to officially cancel registration and avoid responsibility for payment of tuition and fees.
May 11 (Monday): Classes begin; late registration fee ($100) assessed this date; 100% refund (less 5% of fees or $100, whichever is less) on withdrawals through May 12. Phase 3 registration.
May 12 (Tuesday): Last day to register or add classes; refund period ends.
May 12 (Tuesday): Deadline for course withdrawals - Law School only.
May 13 (Wednesday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add.
May 14 (Thursday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended May 12).
May 14 (Thursday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance.
May 22 (Friday): Classes end.
May 23 (Saturday): Final examinations held

Full Summer Term

October 6 to April 6 (Monday to Monday): Academic Advising (all summer terms)
October 27 to April 13 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (all summer terms)
October 27 to April 30 (Monday to Thursday): Phase 1 registration period
May 1 (Friday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Phase 2 registration.
May 25 (Monday): MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY (Administrative offices closed.)
May 25 (Monday): Last day to officially cancel registration and avoid responsibility for payment of tuition and fees.
May 26 (Tuesday): Classes begin; registration fee ($100) assessed this date; 100% refund (less 5% of fees or $100, whichever is less) on withdrawals through June 1. Phase 3 registration.
June 1 (Monday): Last day to register or add classes. Refund period ends.
June 1 (Monday): Deadline for course withdrawals - Law School only.
June 2 (Tuesday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add.
June 4 (Thursday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance.
June 16 (Tuesday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended June 1).
June 22 to June 26 (Monday to Friday): Classes suspended.
June 29 (Monday): Classes reconvene.
July 3 (Friday): INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY observed (Administrative offices closed.)
July 22 (Wednesday): Classes end.
July 23 to 24 (Thursday to Friday): Final Examinations

First Summer Term

October 6 to April 6 (Monday to Monday): Academic Advising (all summer terms)
October 27 to April 13 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (all summer terms)
October 27 to April 30 (Monday to Thursday): Phase 1 registration period
May 1 (Friday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Phase 2 registration.
May 25 (Monday): MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY (Administrative offices closed.)
May 25 (Monday): Last day to officially cancel registration and avoid responsibility for payment of tuition and fees.
May 26 (Tuesday): Classes begin; registration fee of ($100) assessed this date; 100% refund (less 5% of fees or $100, whichever is less) on withdrawals through May 28. Phase 3 registration.
May 28 (Thursday): Last day to register or add classes; refund period ends.
May 28 (Thursday): Deadline for course withdrawals - Law School only.
May 29 (Friday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add.
June 2 (Tuesday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance.
June 4 (Thursday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended May 28).
June 19 (Friday): Classes end.
June 22 to 23 (Monday to Tuesday): Final Examinations.

Second Summer Term

October 6 to April 6 (Monday to Monday): Academic Advising (all summer terms)
October 27 to April 13 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (all summer terms)
October 27 to May 31 (Monday to Sunday): Phase 1 registration period
June 1 (Monday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Phase 2 registration.
June 24 (Wednesday): Last day to officially cancel registration and avoid responsibility for payment of tuition and fees.
June 25 (Thursday): Classes begin; registration fee ($100) assessed this date; 100% refund (less 5% of fees or $100, whichever is less) on withdrawals through June 29. Phase 3 registration.
June 29 (Monday): Last day to register or add classes; refund period ends.
June 29 (Monday): Deadline for course withdrawals - Law School only.
June 30 (Tuesday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add.
July 2 (Thursday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance.
July 3 (Friday): INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY observed (Administrative offices closed.)
July 7 (Tuesday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended June 29).
July 22 (Wednesday): Classes end.
July 23 to 24 (Thursday to Friday): Final examinations.

August Intersession

October 6 to April 6 (Monday to Monday): Academic advising (for all summer terms)
October 27 to April 13 (Monday to Monday): Priority registration (for all summer terms)
October 27 to June 30 (Monday to Tuesday): Phase 1 registration period
July 1 (Wednesday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Phase 2 registration.
July 26 (Sunday): Last day to officially cancel registration and avoid responsibility for payment of tuition and fees.
July 27 (Monday): Classes begin; registration fee ($100) assessed this date; 100% refund (less 5% of fees or $100, whichever is less) on withdrawals through July 28. Phase 3 registration.
July 28 (Tuesday): Last day to register or add classes. Refund period ends.
July 29 (Wednesday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add.
July 30 (Thursday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance
July 30 (Thursday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended July 28).
August 7 (Friday): Classes end.
August 8 (Saturday): Final Examinations

2026 - 2027 Academic Calendar

Below is the academic calendar for 2026 - 2027, where you'll find important dates and deadlines for the upcoming semesters.

Fall Semester 2026

March 9 to April 6 (Monday to Friday): Academic Advising (Fall and Winter)
March 30 to April 13 (Monday to Monday): Priority Registration (Fall)
March 30 to July 31 (Monday to Friday): Phase 1 registration period
July 31 (Friday): Fall 2026 tuition and fees posted to student accounts
August 1 (Saturday): $50 registration fee assessed this date. Phase 3 registration.
August 28 (Friday): Students may add courses on a space available basis through this date.
September 4 (Friday): Last day to register or add classes (between August 28 and September 4 may add only with instructor's approval.) Refund period ends.
September 5 (Saturday): $10 fee assessed per drop or add.
September 7 (Monday): LABOR DAY HOLIDAY (Administrative Offices closed.)
September 14 (Monday): Mandatory drop date for non-attendance.
September 28 to November 9 (Monday to Monday): Academic advising (for Spring and all Summer sessions)
October 5 (Monday): Midterm Grading/Progress reports due.
October 12 (Monday): Last day to submit applications for December diplomas.
October 12 (Monday): Deadline for course withdrawals (no refund; refund period ended September 4).
October 26 to November 9 (Monday to Monday): Priority registration (for Spring)
October 26 to April 12 (Monday to Monday): Priority registration (for all Summer sessions)
October 26 to November 30 (Monday to Monday): Phase 1 registration period (for full and first Spring).
October 26 to February 28 (Monday to Sunday): Phase 1 registration period (for second Spring)
October 26 to April 30 (Monday to Friday): Phase 1 registration period (for May intersession, full and first Summer)
October 26 to May 31 (Monday to Monday): Phase 1 registration period (for second Summer)
October 26 to June 30 (Monday to Wednesday): Phase 1 registration period (for August intersession)
November 21 to November 29 (Saturday to Sunday): THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS (Administrative offices closed Thursday and Friday.)
November 30 (Monday): Classes resume

Important Considerations and Notes

Important Information: Make-up days could possibly be added on Saturdays during the session or at the end of the published calendar which could include classes or exams the following week. Enrollees are encouraged to avoid making commitments that would prevent them from attending classes or exams that could be held on these make-up days if necessary due to weather or other unpredictable circumstances.

Deadlines and Fees

It is crucial to be aware of deadlines for various actions, such as registration, dropping or adding courses, and withdrawing from courses. Late fees and penalties may apply if deadlines are missed.

Registration Fee: A $50 registration fee is typically assessed on specific dates, with additional fees for late registration.
Drop/Add Fee: A $10 fee is often assessed for each course dropped or added after a certain period.
Withdrawal Refunds: Refund policies vary depending on the withdrawal date. Full refunds (less a small percentage) are usually available during an initial period, with no refunds after a specified deadline.

Additional Key Dates

October 8: Last Day to Apply for a Degree to be awarded for December 2025, fee of $100.00
October 9-10: Fall Break
October 13: Begin applying for May degree w/fee of $50.00 ($100.00 fee after November 7, until March 6). Important Note: All student transcripts must be received in the Registrar’s Office at the time student applies for graduation. All student final transcripts must be received by the last day for degrees to be conferred.
October 31: Last Day to Drop a Full-Term Class, Last Day to Withdraw if only enrolled in Full-Term
November 21: LAST DAY FOR STUDENT ORGANIZATION EVENTS, PROGRAMS, SOLICITATION, AND FUND RAISING
November 24-28: Thanksgiving Holidays
December 2: Last Day of Classes
December 3: Reading Day (No mandatory class assignments, requirements, meetings may be scheduled in the full-term courses. Day
January 21: LAST DAY TO ADD/OR DROP VIA BANNER WEB FOR FULL-TERM COURSES, Last Day for 100% Tuition Adjustment for Complete Withdrawal for Full-Term No-show reporting date. Students who fail to attend any classes by this date will have their registration cancelled. for Full-Term Courses Last Day to Apply for a Degree to be awarded in May, fee of $100.00
March 9-13: Spring Break
March 16: Begin applying for August & December degree. For August graduation, fee of $50.00 ($100.00 after April 10 until June 5).
March 16: Begin applying for August & December degree. For August graduation, fee of $50.00 ($100.00 after April 10 until June 5). For December graduation, fee of $50.00 ($100.00 after April 24 until October 9). Important Note: All student transcripts must be received in the Registrar’s Office at the time student applies for graduation. Students who fail to attend any classes by this date will have their registration cancelled.

Pre-Registration

Spring 2026 Pre-Registration Begins
- Graduates, Seniors, Veterans & Honors-Beginning October 13
- Juniors-Beginning October 20
- Sophomores-Beginning October 27
- Freshmen-Beginning November 3
- Students Not Enrolled Fall 2025-Beginning November 10

Important Note

All deadlines are at 5:00 pm unless otherwise stated. All dates and deadlines are subject to change. Students who fail to attend any classes by this date will have their registration cancelled.

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