Dartmouth College Academic Calendar 2026-2027
Hanover, New Hampshire
Private | Quarter System | ~6800 Students
Looking for important Dartmouth College academic calendar dates? Below you'll find registration periods, semester information, finals, commencement, and other resources.
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School Facts Card
School's Name
Dartmouth College
School's City
Hanover
School's State
New Hampshire
School Semester System
Quarter
School's Enrollment
6800
School's Type
Private
Important Academic Dates
Fall Semester
Fall Semester Begins
September 13, 2026
Fall Add/Drop Deadline
September 19, 2026
Fall Withdrawal Deadline
November 2, 2026
Fall Finals Week Start Date
November 19, 2026
Fall Finals Week End Date
November 24, 2026
Spring Semester
Spring Semester Begins
March 28, 2027
Spring Add/Drop Deadline
April 3, 2027
Spring Break Start Date
Spring Break End Date
Spring Withdrawal Deadline
May 10, 2027
Spring Finals Week Start Date
June 3, 2027
Spring Finals Week End Date
June 7, 2027
Other Important Dates
Commencement Date
Dartmouth College
Summer Semester Begins
Hanover
University Overview
Dartmouth College is a private Ivy League research university in Hanover, New Hampshire. Dartmouth uses a distinctive four-term academic calendar consisting of Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer terms. The Arts & Sciences Registrar's Office maintains the official academic calendar.
Semester Overview
Fall Semester
Dartmouth's Fall 2026 term begins September 14, 2026. The first week of schedule adjustment runs September 14-20, followed by a second add/drop period from September 21-27. Fall classes end November 17, followed by a pre-examination break and final examinations from November 20-25.
Spring Semester
Dartmouth's Spring 2027 term begins March 29, 2027. The first week of schedule adjustment runs March 29-April 4, followed by a second add/drop period from April 5-11. Spring classes end June 2, followed by a pre-examination break and final examinations from June 4-8. Commencement is June 13.
Dartmouth's Winter 2027 term begins January 5, 2027. The first schedule adjustment period runs January 5-11, followed by a second period from January 12-18. Winter classes end March 9, with final examinations running March 12-16.
Summer Semester
Dartmouth's Summer 2026 term begins June 25, 2026, and classes end August 26. The final examination period begins August 29 and ends September 1. Dartmouth also publishes a separate Summer term calendar for its academic schedule.
Registration Overview
Dartmouth uses term-specific course election and registration periods. Students should review the Registrar's registration schedules for course election, course changes, and add/drop periods applicable to each term.
Finals Overview
Fall 2026 final examinations run from November 20 through November 25. Winter 2027 final examinations run from March 12 through March 16. Spring 2027 final examinations run from June 4 through June 8. The final day of each examination period is an unscheduled examination day available for faculty scheduling.
Graduation Overview
Dartmouth's Spring 2027 Class Day is scheduled for June 12, with Commencement scheduled for June 13, 2027.
What Actually Works
Add every important academic deadline to one calendar
Review every course syllabus during the first week
Meet with your academic advisor before registration
Register as soon as your enrollment window opens
Track each Dartmouth term separately
Pay attention to D-Plan requirements
Begin preparing for final exams before the examination period
Check the official academic calendar regularly for updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the official Dartmouth College academic calendar?
Brown University's Office of the Registrar publishes the official academic calendar with semester dates, registration deadlines, course-change deadlines, breaks, examinations, and commencement information.
Does Dartmouth College use semesters or quarters?
Dartmouth uses a four-term academic calendar consisting of Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer terms rather than a traditional two-semester calendar.
Does Dartmouth College offer Summer courses?
Yes. Dartmouth offers a Summer term with its own class schedule, registration periods, and final examination period.
When is Spring Break at Dartmouth College?
Dartmouth does not have a traditional week-long Spring Break between semesters. The Winter term ends March 9, 2027, final examinations conclude March 16, and the Spring term begins March 29.
Final Thoughts
The Dartmouth College academic calendar is more than a schedule of important dates. Its four-term structure and flexible D-Plan make it especially important for students to track each term independently. Reviewing the calendar regularly can help students stay organized and make the most of Dartmouth's flexible academic system.
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 Dartmouth College's official academic calendar before making academic decisions.
