QCC Academic Calendar 2026- 2027: Important Dates and Deadlines

QCC academic calendar 2026–2027 provides the official schedule of class start dates, registration cutoffs, add/drop windows, holiday closures, and final examination periods for students attending Queensborough Community College.

Staying aligned with key academic deadlines—from monitoring when the QCC Fall semester starts to tracking the QCC Spring 2027 calendar deadlines—is vital for maintaining continuous enrollment and protecting your financial aid.

Whether you are planning coursework for QCC Fall 2026, enrolling in QCC academic calendar Summer 2026 sessions, or preparing for the upcoming QCC Spring 2027 registration deadline, having quick access to CUNY registrar timelines keeps your degree on target.

Queensborough Community College operates on a traditional CUNY semester system, featuring two main 15-week terms in the Fall and Spring, a concentrated 3-week Winter Session in January, and multiple flexible Summer Session modules (ranging from 4 to 7 weeks).

Standard full-time status requires enrollment in 12 to 18 credits per semester, with full-time New York State resident tuition set at approximately $2,400 per semester ($210 per credit for part-time study).

The QCC Fall 2026 term officially begins in late August, running through mid-December for final exams, followed immediately by the January Winter Session and the Spring term kickoff in late January.

Understanding the QCC academic calendar 2026–2027 is crucial for navigating CUNYfirst registration schedules, submitting ePermit requests for cross-campus study, and meeting key tuition refund deadlines (which drop from 100% down to 25% over the first three weeks of classes).

Knowing official cutoff dates—such as the CUNY census date and the final day to drop a class with a “W” grade—ensures you make informed decisions about your course load without risking academic or financial penalties.

This guide summarizes all major registration periods, term dates, campus breaks, and final exam weeks to help Queensborough students navigate the upcoming academic year smoothly.

QCC Academic Calendar Fall 2026

1. The last day to file an ePermit request is Friday, August 21, 2026.
2. The last day to drop for a 100% tuition refund is Thursday, August 27, 2026.
3. The Fall Term begins, and classes start on Friday, August 28, 2026.
4. The last day to add a course and the last day to drop for a 75% tuition refund are Thursday, September 3, 2026.
5. Verification of Enrollment Rosters is available to faculty on Friday, September 4, 2026.
6. A grade of WD is assigned to students who officially drop a course on Friday, September 4, 2026.
7. The college is closed for the Labor Day Holiday on Monday, September 7, 2026, and no classes are scheduled.
8. The last day to drop for a 50% tuition refund is Thursday, September 10, 2026.
9. No classes are scheduled from Friday, September 11, 2026, through Sunday, September 13, 2026.
10. The last day to drop for a 25% tuition refund is Thursday, September 17, 2026.
11. The last day to change a Plan/Curriculum for Fall 2026 is Thursday, September 17, 2026.
12. Verification of Enrollment Rosters is due from faculty on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
13. The Census date is Thursday, September 17, 2026.
14. A 100% tuition obligation applies for course drops beginning Friday, September 18, 2026.
15. WN grades are assigned on Friday, September 18, 2026.
16. A grade of W is assigned to students who officially withdraw from a course beginning Friday, September 18, 2026.
17. No classes are scheduled on Monday, September 21, 2026.
18. The college is closed on Monday, October 12, 2026, and no classes are scheduled.
19. Classes follow a Monday schedule on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
20. The last day to drop a course with a grade of W is Friday, November 6, 2026.
21. No classes are scheduled on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
22. No classes are scheduled on Wednesday, November 25, 2026.
23. The college is closed from Thursday, November 26, 2026, through Friday, November 27, 2026, and no classes are scheduled.
24. No classes are scheduled on Saturday, November 28, 2026.
25. The last day of classes is Monday, December 14, 2026.
26. INC grades for Winter 2026, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 lapse to FIN grades on Monday, December 14, 2026.
27. Final examinations take place from Tuesday, December 15, 2026, through Monday, December 21, 2026. Students should check with their instructors for exam dates and times.
28. No room reservations are accepted from Tuesday, December 15, 2026, through Monday, December 21, 2026.
29. The Fall Term ends on Monday, December 21, 2026.
30. The college is closed from Thursday, December 24, 2026, through Friday, December 25, 2026.
31. The final grade submission deadline is Monday, December 28, 2026, which is 48 hours after the last exam date.
32. The college is closed on Thursday, December 31, 2026.

QCC Academic Calendar Winter 2027

1. The last day to file an ePermit request for Winter Session is Monday, December 28, 2026.
2. The college is closed on Friday, January 1, 2027.
3. The last day to drop for a 100% tuition refund is Sunday, January 3, 2027.
4. The Winter Session begins, and classes start on Monday, January 4, 2027.
5. The last day to drop for a 50% tuition refund is Monday, January 4, 2027.
6. The last day to add a course is Monday, January 4, 2027.
7. Verification of Enrollment Rosters is available to faculty on Tuesday, January 5, 2027.
8. A grade of WD is assigned to students who officially drop a course on Tuesday, January 5, 2027.
9. The last day to drop for a 25% tuition refund is Wednesday, January 6, 2027.
10. Verification of Enrollment Rosters is due from faculty on Wednesday, January 6, 2027.
11. The Census date for Winter Session is Wednesday, January 6, 2027.
12. A 100% tuition obligation applies for course drops beginning Thursday, January 7, 2027.
13. WN grades are assigned on Thursday, January 7, 2027.
14. A grade of W is assigned to students who officially withdraw from a course beginning Thursday, January 7, 2027.
15. The last day to drop a course with a grade of W is Sunday, January 17, 2027.
16. The college is closed on Monday, January 18, 2027, and no classes are scheduled.
17. The last day of classes is Sunday, January 24, 2027.
18. Final examinations take place on Monday, January 25, 2027.
19. The Winter Session ends on Monday, January 25, 2027.
20. No room reservations are accepted on Monday, January 25, 2027.
21. The final grade submission deadline is Tuesday, January 26, 2027.
22. The Winter 2027 Degree Conferral Date is to be determined.

QCC Academic Calendar Spring 2027

1. The last day to file an ePermit request is Thursday, January 21, 2027.
2. The last day to drop for a 100% tuition refund is Wednesday, January 27, 2027.
3. The Spring Term begins, and classes start on Thursday, January 28, 2027.
4. The last day to add a course and the last day to drop for a 75% tuition refund are Wednesday, February 3, 2027.
5. Verification of Enrollment Rosters is available to faculty on Thursday, February 4, 2027.
6. A grade of WD is assigned to students who officially drop a course on Thursday, February 4, 2027.
7. No classes are scheduled on Saturday, February 6, 2027.
8. The last day to drop for a 50% tuition refund is Wednesday, February 10, 2027.
9. The college is closed on Friday, February 12, 2027, and no classes are scheduled.
10. The college is closed on Monday, February 15, 2027, and no classes are scheduled.
11. The last day to drop for a 25% tuition refund is Wednesday, February 17, 2027.
12. The last day to change a Plan/Curriculum for Spring 2027 is Wednesday, February 17, 2027.
13. Verification of Enrollment Rosters is due from faculty on Wednesday, February 17, 2027.
14. The Census date is Wednesday, February 17, 2027.
15. A 100% tuition obligation applies for course drops beginning Thursday, February 18, 2027.
16. WN grades are assigned on Thursday, February 18, 2027.
17. A grade of W is assigned to students who officially withdraw from a course beginning Thursday, February 18, 2027.
18. No classes are scheduled on Wednesday, March 10, 2027.
19. Classes follow a Wednesday schedule on Thursday, March 11, 2027.
20. No classes are scheduled on Sunday, March 28, 2027.
21. Classes follow a Monday schedule on Tuesday, March 30, 2027.
22. The last day to drop a course with a grade of W is Monday, April 5, 2027.
23. Spring Recess takes place from Wednesday, April 21, 2027, through Thursday, April 29, 2027, and no classes are scheduled.
24. No classes are scheduled on Monday, May 17, 2027.
25. The last day of classes is Thursday, May 20, 2027.
26. INC grades for Fall 2026 lapse to FIN grades on Thursday, May 20, 2027.
27. Final examinations take place from Friday, May 21, 2027, through Thursday, May 27, 2027. Students should check with their instructors for exam dates and times.
28. No room reservations are accepted from Friday, May 21, 2027, through Thursday, May 27, 2027.
29. The Spring Term ends on Thursday, May 27, 2027.
30. The college is closed on Monday, May 31, 2027.
31. The final grade submission deadline is Tuesday, June 1, 2027, which is 48 hours after the last exam date.

For more information on the QCC Academic Calendar 2026–2027, visit the Queensborough Community College Calendar Website.