Miami University Academic Calendar 2026-2027
Oxford, Ohio
Public | Semester System | ~19000 Students
Looking for important Miami University 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
Miami University
School's City
Oxford
School's State
Ohio
School Semester System
Semester
School's Enrollment
19000
School's Type
Public
Important Academic Dates
Fall Semester
Fall Semester Begins
August 23, 2026
Fall Add/Drop Deadline
August 27, 2026
Fall Withdrawal Deadline
October 30, 2026
Fall Finals Week Start Date
December 6, 2026
Fall Finals Week End Date
December 10, 2026
Spring Semester
Spring Semester Begins
January 24, 2027
Spring Add/Drop Deadline
January 28, 2027
Spring Break Start Date
March 21, 2027
Spring Break End Date
March 27, 2027
Spring Withdrawal Deadline
April 19, 2027
Spring Finals Week Start Date
May 9, 2027
Spring Finals Week End Date
May 13, 2027
Other Important Dates
Commencement Date
Miami University
Summer Semester Begins
Oxford
University Overview
Miami University is a public university located in Oxford, Ohio. The university follows a semester-based academic calendar with Fall and Spring semesters, a Winter Term, and a Summer Term. The Office of the University Registrar publishes the official academic calendar with important dates for registration, instruction, holidays, final examinations, and degree conferral.
Semester Overview
Fall Semester
The Fall 2026 semester begins on August 24, 2026. Classes end on December 4, followed by final examinations from December 7 through December 11. Miami University also has a Fall Break from October 9 through October 11 and a Thanksgiving Break from November 26 through November 29.
Spring Semester
The Spring 2027 semester begins on January 25, 2027. Classes end on May 7, followed by final examinations from May 10 through May 14. Spring Break is scheduled for March 22 through March 28, with classes resuming March 29.
Miami University offers a Winter Term from January 2 through January 22, 2027. Because individual Winter Term courses can have different meeting dates, students should consult their course schedules and syllabi for exact class dates.
Summer Semester
The Summer 2027 term begins May 17, with full-term Summer classes beginning May 24. Miami offers multiple Summer session lengths, including four-, six-, and eight-week options.
Registration Overview
Miami University publishes registration time tickets and important registration deadlines through its academic calendar. For Fall 2026, Spring 2027 registration time tickets become available October 19, with ticketed registration beginning October 28. Students should check their individual registration windows and meet with their academic advisors before enrolling.
Finals Overview
Fall 2026 final examinations are scheduled for December 7 through December 11. Spring 2027 final examinations are scheduled for May 10 through May 14. Students should verify their individual examination schedules before making travel plans.
Graduation Overview
Miami University has a Fall 2026 degree conferral and commencement ceremony scheduled for December 11, 2026. Spring 2027 degree conferral and the University Commencement Ceremony are scheduled for May 15, with divisional ceremonies taking place May 15–16.
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
Pay attention to course-specific deadlines
Begin preparing for final exams before finals week
Check the official academic calendar regularly for updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the official Miami University academic calendar?
The Xavier University Office of the Registrar publishes the official academic calendar with semester dates, registration deadlines, holidays, withdrawal dates, final examinations, graduation dates, and commencement information.
Does Miami University use semesters or quarters?
Miami University follows a semester-based academic calendar with Fall and Spring semesters, a Winter Term, and a Summer Term.
Does Miami University offer a Winter Term and Summer sessions?
Yes. Miami University offers a Winter Term in January and multiple Summer session options, allowing students to earn credits, complete degree requirements, and potentially accelerate graduation outside the traditional Fall and Spring semesters.
Why should I check the Miami University academic calendar throughout the semester?
Reviewing the academic calendar regularly helps students stay informed about registration deadlines, add/drop periods, withdrawal dates, holidays, final examinations, commencement, and other important academic milestones throughout the academic year.
Final Thoughts
The Miami University academic calendar is more than a schedule of important dates. It helps students coordinate coursework, registration, Winter and Summer courses, internships, and graduation throughout the academic year. Reviewing it regularly can help you stay organized and avoid missing important academic deadlines.
Important Note
Academic calendars may change because of administrative updates or unforeseen circumstances. Miami University states that academic calendar information is subject to change. Always use the official Miami University academic calendar as the final authority for semester dates, examination schedules, commencement, and other important academic deadlines.
