The Purdue University academic calendar is a vital tool for students, faculty, and staff to stay organized and plan for the upcoming academic year. For the 2025-2026 academic year, the calendar is expected to include the following key dates and events:
Fall Semester 2025
- August 24: New student orientation begins
- August 25: Classes begin for the fall semester
- September 1: Labor Day (no classes)
- October 13-14: Fall break (no classes)
- November 25-29: Thanksgiving break (no classes)
- December 13: Last day of classes for the fall semester
- December 15-19: Final exams
- December 20: Fall semester ends
Spring Semester 2026
- January 5: Classes begin for the spring semester
- January 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (no classes)
- March 9-13: Spring break (no classes)
- April 3: Easter holiday (no classes)
- May 2: Last day of classes for the spring semester
- May 4-8: Final exams
- May 9: Spring semester ends
Summer Sessions 2026
- May 18: Summer session I begins
- June 29: Summer session I ends
- July 6: Summer session II begins
- August 14: Summer session II ends
Important Dates and Deadlines
- September 15: Deadline to apply for December graduation
- January 15: Deadline to apply for May graduation
- April 15: Deadline to apply for August graduation
- Various deadlines for adding, dropping, and withdrawing from courses throughout the semester
Academic Breaks and Holidays
- Labor Day: September 1
- Fall break: October 13-14
- Thanksgiving break: November 25-29
- Winter break: December 20 - January 4
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 19
- Spring break: March 9-13
- Easter holiday: April 3
- Memorial Day: May 25
Registration and Payment Deadlines
- April 15: Early registration for fall semester begins
- July 15: Early registration for spring semester begins
- August 15: Payment deadline for fall semester
- January 15: Payment deadline for spring semester
Commencement Ceremonies
- December 20: Fall commencement ceremony
- May 9: Spring commencement ceremony
- August 15: Summer commencement ceremony
Key Campus Events
- September 5: Welcome Week
- October 17: Homecoming
- November 14: Purdue Grand Prix
- February 27: Purdue Dance Marathon
- April 18: Spring Fest
Other Important Dates
- August 24: Faculty and staff convocation
- September 12: University Senate meeting
- October 24: Trustee meeting
- January 16: University Senate meeting
- March 20: Trustee meeting
It’s essential to note that these dates and events are subject to change, and students, faculty, and staff should regularly check the official Purdue University website for the most up-to-date information.
For more information on the Purdue University academic calendar, you can visit the official Purdue University website at www.purdue.edu.
Here are some frequently asked questions about the Purdue University academic calendar:
When does the fall semester start?
+The fall semester starts on August 25, 2025.
What are the dates for spring break?
+Spring break is from March 9-13, 2026.
When is the deadline to apply for December graduation?
+The deadline to apply for December graduation is September 15, 2025.
How can I stay up-to-date on changes to the academic calendar?
+You can stay up-to-date on changes to the academic calendar by regularly checking the official Purdue University website.
What are the dates for the summer sessions?
+Summer session I is from May 18 to June 29, 2026, and summer session II is from July 6 to August 14, 2026.
