Clarkson University Academic Calendar 2026-2027: Important Dates

Clarkson University Academic Calendar 2026-2027 provides the complete schedule of class start dates, registration cutoffs, add/drop deadlines, final examination periods, and campus holidays for undergraduate and graduate students at Clarkson University.

Whether you are setting up your schedule in the myCU portal, tracking project deadlines in Potsdam, or planning travel around term recesses, keeping up with the official schedule helps ensure smooth degree progression.

Clarkson University operates on a primary semester-based system consisting of Fall and Spring terms, supported by optional Summer sessions and specialized quarter terms for select graduate modules.

Standard semesters span 15 weeks, inclusive of instructional class days, reading days, and final exam windows. Most standard undergraduate courses carry 3 to 4 credit hours—following federal standards where 1 credit hour represents 1 hour of direct classroom or lab instruction plus at least 2 hours of outside study weekly.

Full-time undergraduate status requires a minimum of 12 credits (typically 12 to 18 credit hours per semester), while select online and professional graduate programs offer accelerated 7.5-week module sessions within the main term framework.

Navigating the Clarkson academic calendar 2026 2027 structure helps students optimize course selection, meet add/drop tuition refund deadlines, and prepare for academic milestones.

From New Student Orientation and Fall Move-In Day to mid-semester evaluations, Clarkson University Spring Break 2027, and the annual Clarkson graduation 2027 schedule, tracking key dates keeps your academic obligations organized.

Below is the complete section-by-section breakdown of key dates and deadlines for the upcoming academic year.

Clarkson University Academic Calendar Fall 2026

1. Clarkson University New Student Move-In is on Friday, August 21, 2026.
2. Returning Student Move-In is from Saturday, August 22, 2026, through Sunday, August 23, 2026.
3. Clarkson University Fall 2026 classes start on Monday, August 24, 2026. It is the first day of classes.
4. The Career Fair is held on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
5. Clarkson University Fall Break 2026 is from Monday, October 12, 2026, through Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
6. Midterm grades are due on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
7. Clarkson University Freshman Family Weekend is held from Friday, October 16, 2026, through Sunday, October 18, 2026.
8. Enrollment for Spring Classes begins on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
9. Sophomore and Junior Family Weekend is held from Friday, November 6, 2026, through Sunday, November 8, 2026.
10. Fall RAPS (Research and Project Showcase) is held on Friday, November 13, 2026.
11. Clarkson University Thanksgiving Break 2026 is from Wednesday, November 25, 2026, through Friday, November 27, 2026. Classes resume on Monday, November 30, 2026.
12. The last day of class is Friday, December 4, 2026.
13. Final Exams are held from Monday, December 7, 2026, through Friday, December 11, 2026.
14. The Fall Graduates Recognition Ceremony is held on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
15. Final grades are due by 9:00 a.m. on Monday, December 14, 2026.

Clarkson University Academic Calendar Spring 2027

1. New Student Move-In is on Tuesday, January 5, 2027.
2. Returning Student Move-In is on Wednesday, January 6, 2027.
3. Clarkson University Spring 2027 classes begin on Thursday, January 7, 2027.
4. The Career Fair is held on Wednesday, February 3, 2027.
5. Clarkson University February Break is from Thursday, February 18, 2027, through Friday, February 19, 2027. Classes resume on Monday, February 22, 2027.
6. Midterm grades are due on Friday, March 5, 2027.
7. Clarkson University Spring Break 2027 is from Monday, March 15, 2027, through Friday, March 19, 2027. Classes resume on Monday, March 22, 2027.
8. Enrollment for Fall Classes begins on Wednesday, March 31, 2027.
9. Spring RAPS (Research and Project Showcase) is held on Friday, April 16, 2027.
10. University Recognition Day is held on Saturday, April 17, 2027.
11. The last day of class is Friday, April 23, 2027.
12. Reading Days are from Monday, April 26, 2027, through Tuesday, April 27, 2027.
13. Final Exams are held from Wednesday, April 28, 2027, through Tuesday, May 4, 2027.
14. Final grades are due by 9:00 a.m. on Friday, May 7, 2027.
15. The Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony is held on Saturday, May 8, 2027.

Clarkson University Academic Calendar Summer 2027

1. The 10 Week Summer Full Session classes begin on Monday, June 7, 2027.
2. The 10 Week Summer Full Session classes end on Friday, August 6, 2027.
3. The 10 Week Summer Full Session Finals are held from Monday, August 9, 2027, through Monday, August 16, 2027. Not all classes have final examinations.
4. Grades for the 10 Week Summer Full Session are due by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 17, 2027.
5. The 5 Week Summer Session 1 classes begin on Monday, June 7, 2027.
6. The 5 Week Summer Session 1 classes end on Friday, July 9, 2027.
7. Grades for the 5 Week Summer Session 1 are due by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 13, 2027.
8. The 5 Week Summer Session 2 classes begin on Monday, July 12, 2027.
9. The 5 Week Summer Session 2 classes end on Friday, August 13, 2027.
10. Grades for the 5 Week Summer Session 2 are due by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 17, 2027.

For more on the Clarkson University Academic Calendar 2026-2027, including real-time schedule updates, registration portals, and official registrar guidelines, visit the official Clarkson University Calendar webpage.