Arizona State University Academic Calendar 2026-27

Arizona State University's 2026-27 academic calendar covers Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027, with dates shown on a session basis (Sessions A, B, and C). Fall 2026 Session C runs from August 20 to December 4, 2026, with final exams December 7-12 and commencement December 14, 2026. Spring 2027 Session C runs January 11 to April 30, 2027, with final exams May 3-8 and commencement May 10, 2027. Breaks and holidays include Fall Break (October 10-13, 2026), Thanksgiving (November 26-27, 2026), and Spring Break (March 7-14, 2027).

Dates verified on 2026-06-06 against the official source: registrar.asu.edu. Always confirm with ASU before making travel plans.

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ASU key dates 2026-27

EventDateTypeAdd
Classes Begin — Fall 2026 (Session A)Aug 20, 2026term
Classes Begin — Fall 2026 (Session C)Aug 20, 2026term
Last Day to Register or Add a Class Without College Approval — Fall 2026 (Session A)Aug 21, 2026deadline
Last Day to Register or Add a Class Without College Approval — Fall 2026 (Session C)Aug 26, 2026deadline
Drop Deadline - this is the last day to drop a class without receiving a grade of 'W' (withdrawal) on your transcript — Fall 2026 (Session A)Aug 26, 2026deadline
Tuition and Fees 100% Refund Deadline — Fall 2026 (Session A)Aug 26, 2026deadline
Residency Classification Petition Deadline — Fall 2026Aug 26, 2026deadline
Drop Deadline - this is the last day to drop a class without receiving a grade of 'W' (withdrawal) on your transcript — Fall 2026 (Session C)Sep 2, 2026deadline
Tuition and Fees 100% Refund Deadline — Fall 2026 (Session C)Sep 2, 2026deadline
Labor Day ObservedClasses excused/University closedSep 7, 2026holiday
Classes End/Last Day to Process Transactions — Fall 2026 (Session A)Oct 9, 2026term
Fall BreakClasses excused/University openOct 10, 2026 – Oct 13, 2026break
Classes Begin — Fall 2026 (Session B)Oct 14, 2026term
Last Day to Register or Add a Class Without College Approval — Fall 2026 (Session B)Oct 15, 2026deadline
Drop Deadline - this is the last day to drop a class without receiving a grade of 'W' (withdrawal) on your transcript — Fall 2026 (Session B)Oct 20, 2026deadline
Tuition and Fees 100% Refund Deadline — Fall 2026 (Session B)Oct 20, 2026deadline
Thanksgiving Holiday ObservedClasses excused/University closedNov 26, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026holiday
Classes End/Last Day to Process Transactions — Fall 2026 (Session B)Dec 4, 2026term
Classes End/Last Day to Process Transactions — Fall 2026 (Session C)Dec 4, 2026term
Final Exams — Fall 2026 (Session C)Dec 7, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026exam
Commencement Ceremony (Graduate and Undergraduate) — Fall 2026http://graduation.asu.eduDec 14, 2026commencement
Holiday BreakClasses excused/University closedDec 24, 2026 – Dec 25, 2026break
Classes Begin — Spring 2027 (Session A)Jan 11, 2027term
Classes Begin — Spring 2027 (Session C)Jan 11, 2027term
Last Day to Register or Add a Class Without College Approval — Spring 2027 (Session A)Jan 12, 2027deadline
Last Day to Register or Add a Class Without College Approval — Spring 2027 (Session C)Jan 17, 2027deadline
Drop Deadline - this is the last day to drop a class without receiving a grade of 'W' (withdrawal) on your transcript — Spring 2027 (Session A)Jan 17, 2027deadline
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday ObservedClasses excused/University closedJan 18, 2027holiday
Classes End/Last Day to Process Transactions — Spring 2027 (Session A)Mar 2, 2027term
Spring BreakClasses Excused/University openMar 7, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027break
Classes Begin — Spring 2027 (Session B)Mar 15, 2027term
Last Day to Register or Add a Class Without College Approval — Spring 2027 (Session B)Mar 16, 2027deadline
Classes End/Last Day to Process Transactions — Spring 2027 (Session B)Apr 30, 2027term
Classes End/Last Day to Process Transactions — Spring 2027 (Session C)Apr 30, 2027term
Final Exams — Spring 2027 (Session C)May 3, 2027 – May 8, 2027exam
Commencement — Spring 2027May 10, 2027commencement
Degree Conferral Date — Spring 2027May 10, 2027commencement
Classes Begin — Summer 2027 (Session A)May 17, 2027term
Classes Begin — Summer 2027 (Session C)May 17, 2027term
Memorial Day ObservedClasses excused/University closedMay 31, 2027holiday
Classes End/Last Day to Process Transactions — Summer 2027 (Session A)Jun 25, 2027term
Classes Begin — Summer 2027 (Session B)Jun 30, 2027term
Independence Day ObservedClasses excused/University closedJul 5, 2027holiday
Classes End/Last Day to Process Transactions — Summer 2027 (Session C)Jul 9, 2027term
Classes End/Last Day to Process Transactions — Summer 2027 (Session B)Aug 10, 2027term

When is ASU spring break 2027?

ASU spring break 2027 is Mar 7, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027 (Classes Excused/University open). Add it to your calendar with one click above so it never sneaks up on you.

ASU academic calendar 2026-27 — FAQ

When is ASU spring break 2027?

ASU spring break 2027 runs Mar 7, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027.

When does the 2026-27 school year start at ASU?

The first day of the 2026-27 year at ASU is Aug 20, 2026 (Classes Begin — Fall 2026 (Session A)).

When are finals at ASU?

Final Exams — Fall 2026 (Session C): Dec 7, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026. Check Arizona State University's official calendar for your specific exam schedule.

When is ASU commencement 2027?

Commencement Ceremony (Graduate and Undergraduate) — Fall 2026 is Dec 14, 2026.

How do I add the Arizona State University 2026-27 calendar to Google Calendar or Outlook?

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