University of Memphis Academic Calendar 2026-2027
Memphis, Tennessee
Public | Semester System | ~21000 Students
Looking for important University of Memphis 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
University of Memphis
School's City
Memphis
School's State
Tennessee
School Semester System
Semester
School's Enrollment
21000
School's Type
Public
Important Academic Dates
Fall Semester
Fall Semester Begins
August 23, 2026
Fall Add/Drop Deadline
Fall Withdrawal Deadline
Fall Finals Week Start Date
December 3, 2026
Fall Finals Week End Date
December 9, 2026
Spring Semester
Spring Semester Begins
January 18, 2027
Spring Add/Drop Deadline
Spring Break Start Date
March 7, 2027
Spring Break End Date
March 13, 2027
Spring Withdrawal Deadline
Spring Finals Week Start Date
April 29, 2027
Spring Finals Week End Date
May 5, 2027
Other Important Dates
Commencement Date
University of Memphis
Summer Semester Begins
Memphis
University Overview
The University of Memphis is a public research university located in Memphis, Tennessee. The university follows a semester-based academic calendar with Fall, Spring, and Summer terms, along with multiple parts of term. The Registrar publishes official academic calendars covering class dates, registration, add/drop and withdrawal deadlines, holidays, breaks, and final examinations.
Semester Overview
Fall Semester
The Fall 2026 semester begins on August 24, 2026. Fall Break is October 10-13, Thanksgiving holidays are November 25-29, and the last day of full-term classes is December 2. Study Day is December 3, followed by final examinations from December 4-10.
Spring Semester
The Spring 2027 semester begins on January 19, 2027. Spring Break is March 8-14, the last day of full-term classes is April 28, and Study Day is April 29. Final examinations run from April 30 through May 6.
Summer Semester
The University of Memphis offers multiple Summer parts of term, including pre-Summer, extended Summer, full Summer, first-half, and second-half sessions. The exact 2027 Summer dates should be checked against the Registrar's published Summer calendar when available.
Registration Overview
Fall 2026 registration begins April 3 for UofM Global undergraduate students, followed by registration windows beginning April 6 for several priority groups and April 7 for seniors, juniors, and other eligible students. Spring 2027 registration begins November 6 for UofM Global undergraduate students, with additional priority groups beginning November 9 and November 10.
Finals Overview
Fall 2026 full-term final examinations are scheduled for December 4-10. Spring 2027 full-term examinations are scheduled for April 30-May 6. First- and second-half courses may have final exams on their last class meeting instead.
Graduation Overview
The University of Memphis directs students to its Commencement Office for current commencement ceremony dates and application deadlines. Commencement dates are not included as fixed dates in the main academic-year calendar.
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 first-half and second-half courses separately
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 University of Memphis academic calendar?
The University of Louisville Office of the Registrar maintains the official academic calendars with semester dates, registration deadlines, add/drop periods, withdrawal dates, examinations, degree dates, and commencement information.
Does the University of Memphis use semesters or quarters?
The University of Memphis follows a semester-based academic calendar with Fall, Spring, and Summer terms. The university also divides some terms into first-half and second-half parts of term.
Does the University of Memphis offer shorter academic sessions?
Yes. The University offers first-half and second-half courses during Fall and Spring, as well as multiple Summer parts of term. These sessions have their own class and examination dates.
Why should I check the University of Memphis academic calendar throughout the semester?
Reviewing the academic calendar regularly helps students stay informed about registration deadlines, drop and withdrawal periods, holidays, breaks, final examinations, and other important academic milestones. Students taking shorter courses should also check the deadlines for their specific part of term.
Final Thoughts
The University of Memphis academic calendar is more than a schedule of important dates. It helps students coordinate coursework, registration, shorter sessions, internships, and graduation throughout the academic year. Reviewing it regularly can help you stay organized and avoid missing important academic deadlines.
Important Note
The University of Memphis publishes separate academic-year, semester dates and deadlines, and final-exam calendars. Dates can also differ by part of term and program. Always use the official University of Memphis Registrar calendar as the final authority for dates and deadlines.
