CU Boulder Academic Calendar 2026-2027

CU Boulder Academic Calendar 2026-2027

The CU Boulder Academic Calendar 2026–2027 is a helpful resource that lays out all the important dates and events for the upcoming academic year. It is designed to keep students, faculty, and staff informed so they can plan their schedules with confidence. Whether you are registering for classes, preparing for exams, or arranging time away from campus, this calendar offers a reliable reference to guide you through each semester.

It serves as the central source for deadlines related to course registration, add and drop periods, withdrawal dates, financial aid, the Colorado Opportunity Fund, tuition and bill payment dates, and the submission of necessary paperwork. These details apply specifically to CU Boulder Main Campus courses that run for the entire semester.
In addition to academic deadlines, the calendar includes campus holidays, scheduled breaks, and dates when the university will be closed. It also provides the timeline for midterm and final exams, as well as the commencement schedule.

Break periods such as Thanksgiving, winter recess, and spring break are clearly outlined, helping students and staff plan personal activities or travel well in advance. By keeping an eye on the CU Boulder Academic Calendar 2026–2027, students can stay on top of important tasks, meet deadlines with ease, and avoid last-minute challenges. It is a valuable planning tool that supports both academic success and work-life balance. Whether you are new to CU Boulder or a returning member of the community, this calendar is an essential part of staying organized throughout the year.

CU Boulder Academic Calendar 2026-2027

Spring 2026

Classes begin: Thursday, January 8, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (no classes; university closed): Monday, January 19, 2026
Midsemester Reading Day (no classes; no exams): Thursday, February 26, 2026
First day of Spring Break: Monday, March 16, 2026
Last day of Spring Break (no classes; university closed March 20): Friday, March 20, 2026
Last day of classes: Friday, April 24, 2026
End of term Reading Day 1 (no classes; no exams): Saturday, April 25, 2026
End of term Reading Day 2 (no classes; no exams): Sunday, April 26, 2026
First day of final exams: Monday, April 27, 2026
Last day of final exams: Friday, May 1, 2026
Degree conferral date and commencement: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Summer 2026

Maymester classes begin: Monday, May 4, 2026
Maymester final exams and last day of classes: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Memorial Day Holiday (no classes; university closed): Monday, May 25, 2026
Session A, C, and D classes begin: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Juneteenth Holiday (no classes; university closed): Friday, June 19, 2026
Session A final exams and last day of classes: Friday, June 26, 2026
Session B classes begin: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Independence Day Holiday observed (no classes; university closed): Friday, July 3, 2026
Session C final exams and last day of classes: Friday, July 17, 2026
Augustmester classes begin: Monday, July 27, 2026
Session B and D final exams and last day of classes: Friday, July 31, 2026
Augustmester final exams and last day of classes: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Degree conferral date (no campuswide ceremony): Thursday, August 13, 2026

Fall 2026

Classes begin: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Payment due for tuition and fees (11:59 p.m. MT): Saturday, September 5, 2026
Labor Day Holiday (no classes; university closed): Monday, September 7, 2026
Payment due for new or unpaid charges (11:59 p.m. MT): Monday, October 5, 2026
Midsemester Reading Day (no classes; no exams): Thursday, October 8, 2026
First day of Fall Break: Monday, November 23, 2026
Last day of Fall Break: Wednesday, November 25, 2026
Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes; university closed): Thursday, November 26, 2026
Day after Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes; university closed): Friday, November 27, 2026
Last day of classes: Friday, December 4, 2026
End of term Reading Day 1 (no classes; no exams): Saturday, December 5, 2026
End of term Reading Day 2 (no classes; no exams): Sunday, December 6, 2026
First day of final exams: Monday, December 7, 2026
Degree conferral date (no campuswide ceremony): Friday, December 11, 2026
Last day of final exams: Friday, December 11, 2026

Fall 2027

Housing move-in: To be announced
Fall Welcome: To be announced
First day of classes: Thursday, August 19, 2027
First day of classes (Law): Monday, August 23, 2027
Tuition due: Sunday, September 5, 2027
Labor Day (campus closed): Monday, September 6, 2027
Homecoming weekend: To be announced
Family weekend: To be announced
Midsemester Reading Day: Thursday, October 7, 2027
Fall Break: Monday to Wednesday, November 22–24, 2027
Thanksgiving (campus closed): Thursday to Friday, November 25–26, 2027
Last day of classes: Friday, December 3, 2027
Reading days: Saturday to Sunday, December 4–5, 2027
Final exams: Monday to Friday, December 6–10, 2027
Degree conferral date (no campuswide ceremony): Friday, December 10, 2027

Summer 2027

Housing move-in: To be announced

First Day of Classes

Monday, May 3, 2027 – Maymester
Monday, May 24, 2027 – Sessions A, C, and D
Tuesday, June 29, 2027 – Session B
Monday, July 26, 2027 – Augmester

Tuition Due

Due dates depend on registration date for summer classes; check your bill

Holidays (Campus Closed)

Memorial Day: Monday, May 31, 2027
Juneteenth observed: Friday, June 18, 2027
Independence Day observed: Monday, July 5, 2027
Last Day of Classes
Thursday, May 20, 2027 – Maymester
Friday, June 25, 2027 – Session A
Friday, July 16, 2027 – Session C
Friday, July 30, 2027 – Sessions B and D
Thursday, August 12, 2027 – Augmester

Final Exams

Thursday, May 20, 2027 – Maymester
Friday, June 25, 2027 – Session A
Friday, July 16, 2027 – Session C
Friday, July 30, 2027 – Sessions B and D
Thursday, August 12, 2027 – Augmester

Degree Conferral Date

Thursday, August 12, 2027 – Augmester (no campuswide ceremony)

Spring 2027

Housing move-in: To be announced
First day of classes: Thursday, January 7, 2027
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (campus closed): Monday, January 18, 2027
Tuition due: Friday, February 5, 2027
Midsemester Reading Day: Thursday, February 25, 2027
Spring Break: Monday to Friday, March 15–19, 2027 (campus closed Friday, March 19)
Last day of classes: Friday, April 23, 2027 (campus follows Monday class schedule)
End of term Reading Days: Saturday to Sunday, April 24–25, 2027
Final exams: Monday to Friday, April 26–30, 2027
University commencement ceremony: Saturday, May 1, 2027
Degree conferral date: Saturday, May 1, 2027 .

Contact CU Boulder

Office of the Registrar

Regent Administrative Centre, room 101 20 UCB

 Boulder, CO 80309
Phone: 303-492-6970

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