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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Graduate & Adult Student Resources

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The Academic Calendar for 天涯海角APP at 天涯海角APP University outlines important term dates, session start and end dates, and key academic policies. Because adult and graduate courses are offered in accelerated sessions, it is important to review session timelines carefully before registering. This page highlights the most important dates and policies to help you plan each term with confidence.

ACADEMIC STRUCTURE: SEMESTERS & SESSIONS

天涯海角APP University offers courses in three semesters:

  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer

Each semester includes 5-week and 8-week sessions. Students must register for the semester and session in MuskieLink.

2025-2026 Academic Calendar

Fall Semester 2025
SemesterStart DateEnd DateAdd/Drop StartAdd/Drop EndCourse Withdrawal Deadline
Fall Summer Session5/11/20268/14/20265/11/20265/15/20267/22/2026
May Term Session (MAY)5/11/20266/5/20265/11/20265/13/20265/29/2026
Summer 8 Week Session (MAPE1/E1)6/8/20267/13/20266/8/20266/12/20267/6/2026
Summer 5 Week Session I (MAPF1/F1)6/8/20267/10/20266/8/20266/10/20267/3/2026
Summer 5 Week Session II (MAPF2/F2)7/13/20268/14/20267/13/20267/15/20268/7/2026
Spring Semester 2026

Semester 鈥� January 12, 2026 鈥� May 8, 2026

8-week sessions

  • January 12, 2026 鈥� March 6, 2026
  • March 16, 2026 鈥� May 8, 2026

5-week sessions

  • January 12, 2026 鈥� February 13, 2026 
  • February 16, 2026 鈥� March 20, 2026
  • March 30, 2026 鈥� May 1, 2026 
Summer Semester 2026

Semester 鈥� June 8, 2026 鈥� August 14, 2026

8-week session

  • June 8, 2026 鈥� July 31, 2026

5-week sessions

  • June 8, 2026 鈥� July 10, 2026
  • July 13, 2026 鈥� August 14, 2026

2026-2027 Course Add/Drop and Withdrawal Dates

Summer
SemesterStart DateEnd DateAdd/Drop StartAdd/Drop EndCourse Withdrawal Deadline
Fall Summer Session5/11/20268/14/20265/11/20265/15/20267/22/2026
May Term Session (MAY)5/11/20266/5/20265/11/20265/13/20265/29/2026
Summer 8 Week Session (MAPE1/E1)6/8/20267/13/20266/8/20266/12/20267/6/2026
Summer 5 Week Session I (MAPF1/F1)6/8/20267/10/20266/8/20266/10/20267/3/2026
Summer 5 Week Session II (MAPF2/F2)7/13/20268/14/20267/13/20267/15/20268/7/2026
Fall

MOT Academic Calendar 2025-2026

Fall Semester 2025

Semester 鈥� September 15, 2025 鈥� December 6, 2025

  • Break Weeks:
    • October 6-12
    • November 24-30
  • Weekend Dates: 
    • October 3-5
    • October 31-November 2
    • November 21-23
Spring 1 Semester 2026

Semester 鈥� January 5 鈥� March 14, 2026 

Weekend Dates:

  • January 23-25
  • February 13-15
  • March 6-8       

Break Week: March 16-22

Spring 2 Semester 2026

First Year Students 鈥� March 23 鈥� May 30

Level II Fieldwork 鈥� March 23 鈥� June 12

Weekend Dates (including Sunday afternoon until 5pm EST for Level 1 Fieldwork): 

  • April 10-12
  • May 1-3
  • May 15-17

Break Week:

  • First year Students: June 1 -7
  • Level II Fieldwork Students: June 13-21
Summer Semester 2026

First Year Students 鈥� June 8- August 15

Level II Fieldwork 鈥� June 22 鈥� September 11

Weekend Dates: (include one full Friday as scheduled with AFWC for Level I FW): 

  • June 26-28
  • July 17-19
  • August 7-9

2026-2027 Academic Calendar

Fall Semester

Semester 鈥� August 24, 2026 鈥� December 11, 2026

8-week session

  • August 24, 2026 鈥� October 16, 2026
  • October 19, 2026 鈥� December 11, 2026

5-week sessions

  • August 24, 2026 鈥� September 25, 2026
  • September 28, 2026 鈥� October 30, 2026
  • November 2, 2026 鈥� December 4, 2026
Spring Semester

Semester 鈥� January 11, 2027 鈥� May 7, 2027

8-week session

  • January 11, 2027 鈥� March 5, 2027
  • March 15, 2027 鈥� May 7, 2027

5-week sessions

  • January 11, 2027 鈥� February 12, 2027 
  • February 15, 2027 鈥� March 19, 2027
  • March 29, 2027 鈥� April 30, 2027 
Summer Semester

Semester 鈥� June 7, 2027 鈥� August 13, 2027

8-week session

  • June 7, 2027 鈥� July 30, 2027

5-week sessions

  • June 7, 2027 鈥� July 9, 2027
  • July 12, 2027 鈥� August 13, 2027

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION & ADMISSION POLICIES

New Student Admission & Registration Policy

To register for classes in a session, new students must:

  • Be accepted to 天涯海角APP University
  • Pay the enrollment deposit in Slate
  • Complete these steps by the Wednesday prior to the start of the session

Advisors have the authority to waive the enrollment deposit when appropriate.

Enrollment Without Full Program Admission

Students may enroll in up to 9 credit hours without being fully admitted to a degree program.

Important to note:

  • Students are financially responsible for all enrolled coursework
  • Enrollment without admission does not guarantee future program acceptance
  • Advisors can help determine whether this option is appropriate for you
Key Planning Tips for Adult & Graduate Students
  • Always confirm the term and session when registering in MuskieLink
  • Check session dates carefully鈥攁ccelerated courses move quickly
  • Confirm with your academic advisor that you are registering for the right classes
  • Review deadlines for add/drop and withdrawal early in each session
Questions About Dates or Sessions?

If you have questions about session timing, registration deadlines, or course sequencing, contact your academic advisor for guidance.

Academic Advisors

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