It’s easy for the semester to get away from us, but the start of a new one is a great time to get organized.
Stay ahead of important dates during the spring semester with these tips:
Create a calendar or planner and mark these dates.
Set reminders on your phone or computer to flag upcoming deadlines.
Be organized and stay on top of your schoolwork to avoid the stress of missing a deadline.
Talk to your academic advisor if you have any questions about enrollment and graduation deadlines.
Important dates and deadlines to keep in mind:
Census date
The census date is the deadline by which you must be enrolled in a certain number of credits to be considered a full-time student. If you do not meet the census requirement, you may have to pay more tuition or lose financial aid.
Tip: Be sure to check with student financial aid for specific deadlines and requirements for your aid package.
Spring 2025 census date: Monday, Feb. 3, 2025
Add or drop deadlines
If you think you want to make changes to your schedule, you should do so as soon as possible after consulting with your advisor and obtaining the required permissions.
Tip: Registration deadlines vary by course length. Be sure to check your course’s specific deadline. View the registrar’s academic calendar for all semester-length course deadlines.
Last day to drop without a W (full semester-length courses only): Monday, Feb. 3, 2025
Last day to add without collegiate approval: Monday, Feb. 3, 2025
Last day to drop (full semester-length courses only): Monday, April 21, 2025
Last day to withdraw from the entire spring 2025 semester: Monday, April 21, 2025
Registration opens
It’s important to register for next semester’s classes as soon as you are eligible to ensure you get the classes you need for graduation.
Tip: Mark down the general registration periods for now but check back on MyUI to find your specific date and time after Feb. 17 for summer and after March 10 for fall. Also, Schedule an appointment with your advisor about a month before your registration opens if you need authorization.
Spring 2025 schedule builder opens: Monday, Feb. 10, 2025
Early registration for summer begins: Monday, March 10-Friday, March 14, 2025
Early registration for fall begins: Monday, April 14-Friday, May 2, 2025
Final exams
Final exams are held independently from your regular course meeting times and are scheduled midway through the semester. Read more about exam policies and schedules from the Office of the Registrar.
Tip: Start preparing for your finals early! This will help alleviate stress and anxiety during finals week.
Last day of class before final exams: Friday, May 9, 2025
Final Exam Week: May 12-16, 2025
Other important deadlines
Deadline to apply for spring 2025 graduation: Friday, Feb. 28, 2025
Spring break: March 17-21, 2025
CLAS Commencement: Saturday, May 17, 2025
In addition to these general university and college deadlines, there are other important dates and deadlines specific to your classes or program of study. Be sure to check your syllabus and communicate with your instructor.