Texas A&M Academic Calendar 2026-2027
College Station, Texas
Public | Semester System | ~79000 Students
Looking for important Texas A&M 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
Texas A&M University
School's City
College Station
School's State
Texas
School Semester System
Semester
School's Enrollment
79000
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
November 15, 2026
Fall Finals Week Start Date
December 6, 2026
Fall Finals Week End Date
December 9, 2026
Spring Semester
Spring Semester Begins
January 18, 2027
Spring Add/Drop Deadline
January 24, 2027
Spring Break Start Date
March 14, 2027
Spring Break End Date
March 18, 2027
Spring Withdrawal Deadline
April 20, 2027
Spring Finals Week Start Date
May 5, 2027
Spring Finals Week End Date
May 10, 2027
Other Important Dates
Commencement Date
Texas A&M University
Summer Semester Begins
College Station
University Overview
Texas A&M University is a public research university in College Station, Texas. Texas A&M follows a semester-based academic calendar with Fall and Spring semesters, along with multiple Summer terms. The Office of the Registrar maintains the university's official academic calendar.
Semester Overview
Fall Semester
The Fall 2026 semester begins August 24, 2026. The last day to add or drop courses is August 28, the official census date is September 9, Thanksgiving Holiday is November 26-27, classes end December 3, and final examinations are December 7-10. Fall Commencement and Commissioning takes place December 11-12.
Spring Semester
The Spring 2027 semester begins January 19, 2027. The last day to add or drop courses is January 25, Spring Break runs March 15-19, the Q-Drop and withdrawal deadline is April 20, classes end May 4, and final examinations begin May 6. Spring Commencement and Commissioning is scheduled for May 12-15.
Texas A&M does not have a traditional Winter semester. The university's standard academic calendar transitions from the Fall semester to the Spring semester, with the university's holiday period occurring between the terms.
Summer Semester
Texas A&M offers several Summer terms, including Summer I, Summer II, and a 10-week Summer semester. Summer 2027 Summer I and the 10-week semester begin June 1, while Summer II begins July 6.
Registration Overview
Texas A&M maintains registration and preregistration periods through the Office of the Registrar. For Fall 2026, the last day of open registration is August 21. Preregistration for Spring 2027 takes place November 5-20. For Spring 2027, the last day of open registration is January 15.
Finals Overview
Fall 2026 final examinations are scheduled for December 7-10. Spring 2027 final examinations are scheduled for May 6, 7, 10, and 11, with May 5 serving as a Reading Day.
Graduation Overview
Fall 2026 Commencement and Commissioning is scheduled for December 11-12. Spring 2027 Commencement and Commissioning is scheduled for May 12-15. Summer 2027 Commencement and Commissioning is scheduled for August 12-14.
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 Summer courses separately
Pay attention to Q-Drop and withdrawal 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 Texas A&M academic calendar?
The University of Houston Enrollment Services and Registrar publish the official academic calendar with semester dates, registration deadlines, examinations, holidays, and commencement information.
Does Texas A&M use semesters or quarters?
Texas A&M University uses a semester-based academic calendar with Fall and Spring semesters, along with multiple Summer terms.
Does Texas A&M offer Summer courses?
Yes. Texas A&M offers Summer I, Summer II, and a 10-week Summer semester. Summer I and the 10-week semester begin June 1, 2027, while Summer II begins July 6.
When is Spring Break at Texas A&M?
Texas A&M's Spring 2027 Spring Break runs from March 15 through March 19.
Final Thoughts
The Texas A&M academic calendar is more than a schedule of important dates. It helps students coordinate coursework, registration, Summer sessions, exams, internships, employment, and graduation throughout the academic year. Reviewing it regularly can help you stay organized and avoid missing important academic deadlines.
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 Texas A&M University's official academic calendar before making academic decisions.
