Baylor University Academic Calendar 2026-2027
Waco, Texas
Private | Semester System | ~21000 Students
Source:
Baylor University's Registrar
Baylor University
- Office of the Registrar.
Last Verified:
August 10, 2026
Table of Contents
Looking for important Baylor University academic calendar dates? Below you'll find registration periods, semester information, finals, commencement, and other resources.
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Important Academic Dates
Fall Semester
Fall Semester Begins
August 23, 2026
Fall Add/Drop Deadline
Not listed on the official academic calendar
Fall Withdrawal Deadline
Not listed on the official academic calendar
Fall Finals Week Start Date
December 10, 2026
Fall Finals Week End Date
December 15, 2026
Spring Semester
Spring Semester Begins
January 18, 2027
Spring Add/Drop Deadline
Not listed on the official academic calendar
Spring Break Start Date
March 7, 2027
Spring Break End Date
March 11, 2027
Spring Withdrawal Deadline
Not listed on the official academic calendar
Spring Finals Week Start Date
Not listed on the official academic calendar
Spring Finals Week End Date
Not listed on the official academic calendar
Other Important Dates
Commencement Date
Not listed on the official academic calendar
Summer Semester Begins
Not listed on the official academic calendar
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Baylor University's Fall term begin?
Baylor University's Fall begins on Aug, 24 2026.
When is Baylor University’s Spring Break?
Baylor University's Spring Break is from Mar, 8 2027 through Mar, 12 2027.
When are Baylor University’s final exams?
Baylor University's Fall final exams are scheduled from Dec, 11 2026 through Dec, 16 2026.
Does Baylor University use semesters or quarters?
Baylor University uses a semester academic calendar.
Semester Overview
Fall Semester
The Fall 2026 semester begins August 24, 2026. Fall classes end December 9, followed by a Study Day on December 10 and final examinations from December 11-16. Fall 2026 Commencement is scheduled for December 19.
Spring Semester
The Spring 2027 semester begins January 19, 2027. Spring Break runs March 8-12, followed by Easter Holidays from March 26-29. Diadeloso, a Baylor tradition, is scheduled for April 6 with no classes.
Baylor does not use a traditional Winter semester. Instead, Baylor offers a Wintermester session. The Spring 2027 Wintermester begins December 28, 2026, and ends with examinations on January 15, 2027.
Summer Semester
Baylor offers multiple Summer sessions, including Minimester, Summer 1, Summer 2, and full-term Summer courses. Individual session dates and deadlines vary.
Important Note
This page is intended for informational and planning purposes only. Academic calendars may vary by academic program, degree level, and course format. Always confirm registration dates, add/drop deadlines, withdrawal deadlines, examination schedules, and commencement information using Baylor University's official academic calendar before making academic decisions.
University Overview
Baylor University is a private research university in Waco, Texas. Baylor follows a semester-based academic calendar with Fall and Spring semesters, a Wintermester, and multiple Summer sessions. Baylor also maintains a separate trimester calendar primarily for its incentivized professional online programs.
Registration Overview
Baylor uses registration periods that vary according to student classification and term. Students can have different deadlines for full-term and seven-week courses, making it important to check the applicable academic calendar before registering or changing a schedule.
Finals Overview
Fall 2026 final examinations run December 11-16. Spring 2027 final examination dates should be confirmed on Baylor's official academic calendar because the university publishes separate dates for its various academic terms and course formats.
Graduation Overview
Fall 2026 Commencement is scheduled for December 19, 2026. Baylor also holds Spring Commencement ceremonies at the conclusion of the Spring semester.