Hamline University Academic Calendar 2026-27

Hamline University's 2026-2027 undergraduate academic calendar runs from the Fall 2026 semester, which begins September 9, 2026 and ends with final exams December 17-22, 2026, through the Spring 2027 semester (classes January 20 to April 30, 2027) and the summer terms ending August 14, 2027. Fall includes a one-day Midterm Break (October 23, 2026) and Thanksgiving Break (November 26-27, 2026); spring includes a week-long break March 8-12, 2027 (labeled Midterm Break on the official calendar, functioning as spring break). Spring final exams run May 3-6, 2027, with Commencement on May 8, 2027.

Dates verified on 2026-06-06 against the official source: www.hamline.edu. Always confirm with Hamline before making travel plans.

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Hamline key dates 2026-27

EventDateTypeAdd
Fall Transfer Student OrientationSep 4, 2026other
Fall New Student OrientationSep 6, 2026 – Sep 8, 2026other
Last day to add classes in Workday — Fall 2026Workday deadline (no time stated).Sep 8, 2026deadline
Classes begin — full term and first half-of-term (Fall 2026)Sep 9, 2026term
Last day to add first half classes (by email or in person) — Fall 2026Deadline is 5pm.Sep 16, 2026deadline
Last day to drop first half classes without W grade (Workday/email/in person) — Fall 2026Sep 16, 2026deadline
Last day to add full term classes (by email or in person) — Fall 2026Deadline is 5pm.Sep 23, 2026deadline
Last day to drop full term classes without W grade (Workday/email/in person) — Fall 2026Sep 23, 2026deadline
Census Day — Fall 2026Sep 23, 2026other
Last day to withdraw from first half classes with W grade (Workday/email/in person) — Fall 2026Oct 9, 2026deadline
Last day to choose P/N grading for first half classes — Fall 2026Oct 9, 2026deadline
First half classes end — Fall 2026Oct 22, 2026term
Midterm Break - no classesOct 23, 2026break
Second half classes begin — Fall 2026Oct 26, 2026term
Last day to add second half classes (by email or in person) — Fall 2026Deadline is 5 pm.Nov 2, 2026deadline
Last day to drop second half classes without W grade (Workday/email/in person) — Fall 2026Nov 2, 2026deadline
Advising Weeks — Fall 2026Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 13, 2026other
Registration opens for upcoming spring - Seniors (96 or more credits)Nov 16, 2026other
Registration opens for upcoming spring - Juniors (64-95.9 credits)Nov 17, 2026other
Registration opens for upcoming spring - Sophomores (32-63.9 credits)Nov 18, 2026other
Registration opens for upcoming spring - First Years (under 32 credits)Nov 19, 2026other
Thanksgiving Break - no classesNov 26, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026break
Last day to withdraw from second half classes with W grade (Workday/email/in person) — Fall 2026Nov 30, 2026deadline
Classes end — Fall 2026Dec 15, 2026term
Final exams — Fall 2026Dec 17, 2026 – Dec 22, 2026exam
Classes begin — Spring 2027Jan 20, 2027term
First half classes end — Spring 2027Mar 5, 2027term
Spring BreakListed on the official calendar as "Midterm Break - no classes".Mar 8, 2027 – Mar 12, 2027break
Second half classes begin — Spring 2027Mar 15, 2027term
Classes end — Spring 2027Apr 30, 2027term
Final exams — Spring 2027May 3, 2027 – May 6, 2027exam
CommencementMay 8, 2027commencement
Term start — Full Summer Term 2027May 10, 2027term
Classes begin — May Term (4 weeks) 2027May 10, 2027term
Memorial Day Holiday - no classesNo classes.May 31, 2027holiday
Classes end — May Term (4 weeks) 2027Jun 4, 2027term
Classes begin — Summer I (4 weeks) 2027Jun 7, 2027term
Classes begin — Summer III (10 weeks) 2027Jun 7, 2027term
Juneteenth Holiday - no classesJun 18, 2027holiday
Classes end — Summer I (4 weeks) 2027Jul 2, 2027term
4th of July Holiday - no classesJul 5, 2027holiday
Classes begin — Summer II (4 weeks) 2027Jul 12, 2027term
Classes end — Summer II (4 weeks) 2027Aug 6, 2027term
Term end — Full Summer Term 2027Aug 14, 2027term
Classes end — Summer III (10 weeks) 2027Aug 14, 2027term

When is Hamline spring break 2027?

Hamline spring break 2027 is Mar 8, 2027 – Mar 12, 2027 (Listed on the official calendar as "Midterm Break - no classes".). Add it to your calendar with one click above so it never sneaks up on you.

Hamline academic calendar 2026-27 — FAQ

When is Hamline spring break 2027?

Hamline spring break 2027 runs Mar 8, 2027 – Mar 12, 2027.

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

The first day of the 2026-27 year at Hamline is Sep 9, 2026 (Classes begin — full term and first half-of-term (Fall 2026)).

When are finals at Hamline?

Final exams — Fall 2026: Dec 17, 2026 – Dec 22, 2026. Check Hamline University's official calendar for your specific exam schedule.

When is Hamline commencement 2027?

Commencement is May 8, 2027.

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

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