Towson University Academic Calendar: Key Dates and Important Information

Navigating the academic year requires careful attention to important dates and deadlines. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the Towson University academic calendar, encompassing Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer terms. Information regarding course offerings and registration is located online. Please note that all dates listed are subject to change.

Fall Term 2025

The Fall Term 2025 presents a structured timeline of academic activities.

Fall classes and Change of Schedule period begins: August 25 (M)
Last day to drop or add first 7-week courses: August 28 (Th)
Labor Day Holiday (TU Closed): September 1 (M)
Change of Schedule period ends. Last day to drop a course with no grade posted to academic record. Last day to add a course: September 3 (W)
Last day to withdraw from first 7-week courses with a grade of "W": September 24 (W)
Mid-term and end of first 7-week courses: October 14 (T)
Second 7-week courses begin: October 15 (W)
Fall Break (No classes - TU Open): October 17 (F)
Last day to drop or add second 7-week courses: October 20 (M)
Last day to withdraw from full-term courses with a grade of "W." Last day to change to Pass or Audit grading option: November 3 (M)
Last day to withdraw from second 7-week courses with a grade of "W.": November 14 (F)
Thanksgiving Holiday (No classes - TU Closed): November 26 - 30 (W-Su)
Last Saturday classes meet: December 6 (Sa)
Last day of classes: December 8 (M)
Final examinations begin: December 9 (T)
Last day of examinations and end of term: December 15 (M)
Saturday exams will be held at the regularly scheduled meeting time.

Winter Minimester 2026

The Winter Minimester offers an accelerated option for students.

Classes begin: January 5 (M)
Change of Schedule period: January 5-6 (M & T)
Last day to withdraw: January 14 (W)
Martin Luther King Day (TU Closed): January 19 (M)
Classes end: January 23 (F)

Spring Term 2026

The Spring Term follows a similar structure to the Fall Term, with key deadlines for course adjustments and withdrawals.

Classes begin: January 26 (M)
Last day to drop or add first 7-week courses: January 29 (Th)
Change of Schedule period ends. Last day to drop a course with no grade posted to academic record. Last day to add a course: February 3 (T)
Last day to withdraw from first 7-week courses with a grade of "W.": February 23 (M)
Spring Break (No classes - TU Open): March 15-22 (Su-Su)
Mid-term and end of first 7-week courses: March 23 (M)
Second 7-week courses begin: March 24 (T)
Last day to drop or add second 7-week courses: March 27 (F)
Last day to withdraw from full-term course with a grade of "W." Last day to change to Pass or Audit grading option: April 6 (M)
Last day to withdraw from second 7-week courses with a grade of "W.": April 21 (T)
Last Saturday classes meet: May 9 (Sa)
Last day of classes: May 12 (T)
Final examinations begin: May 13 (W)
Last day of examinations and end of term: May 19 (T)

Summer Term 2026

Towson University’s Summer Term in 2026 offers several sessions of varying lengths to accommodate different schedules and academic needs. These include a 10-week session, two 5-week sessions, and a 7-week session. Each session has its own specific deadlines for adding, dropping, and withdrawing from courses.

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10-Week Session

Classes and Change of Schedule period begins: May 26 (T)
Last day to drop or add: June 1 (M)
Juneteenth (No Classes - University closed): June 19 (F)
Fourth of July (No classes - University closed): July 3 (F)
Last day to withdraw with a grade of "W": July 7 (T)
Last day of classes: August 5 (W)

1st 5-Week Session

Classes and Change of Schedule period begins: May 26 (T)
Last day to drop or add: May 28 (Th)
Last day to withdraw with a grade of "W": June 16 (T)
Juneteenth (No classes - University Closed): June 19 (F)
Last day of classes: June 30 (T)

7-Week Session

Classes and Change of Schedule period begins: May 26 (T)
Last day to drop or add: May 29 (F)
Juneteenth (No classes - University closed): June 19 (F)
Last day to withdraw with a grade of "W": June 23 (T)
Fourth of July (No classes - University closed): July 3 (F)
Last day of classes: July 16 (Th)

2nd 5-Week Session

Classes and Change of Schedule period begins: July 1 (W)
Fourth of July (No classes - University closed): July 3 (F)
Last day to drop or add: July 6 (M)
Last day to withdraw with a grade of "W": July 22 (W)
Last day of classes: August 5 (W)

Emergency Closing Policy

In the event of inclement weather or other emergencies, Towson University will communicate schedule changes or cancellations through various channels. Announcements will be broadcast over major radio and TV stations, including:

WBAL (AM/1090)
WYPR (FM/88.1)
WMZQ (FM/98.7)
WLIF (FM/101.9)
WTOP (FM/103.5)
WBAL-TV (11)
WJZ-TV (13)
WMAR-TV (2)
WRC-TV (4)

Schedule adjustments will also be available on the Towson University Information Line: 410-704-2000. Please DO NOT call the university police department with university closing-related questions.

The university will not post an announcement that the university is open. When the main campus is closed, all events (including those sponsored by off-campus organizations) are cancelled. The university will not make any announcements about individual department or program activities. Off-campus programs and courses adhere to the announcements applicable to the off-campus facility.

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