Angelo State University Fall Semester Academic Calendar: A Comprehensive Guide

This article provides a detailed overview of the Angelo State University (ASU) Fall Semester academic calendar, encompassing key dates, deadlines, and holiday breaks. It covers important events from the Fall semester through the subsequent Winter Mini-session and provides a glimpse into future academic years. This information is useful for students, faculty, and staff to effectively plan their academic year.

Fall Semester Key Dates and Deadlines

The Fall semester at Angelo State University is packed with important dates and deadlines that students, faculty, and staff need to be aware of. This section breaks down those dates into manageable segments.

October

October 20: First Class Day of the 2nd 8-Week Session. This marks the commencement of the accelerated second half of the Fall semester.
October 20 Noon: Grades Due for the 1st 8-Week Session by Noon. Instructors must submit grades for the first half of the semester by this deadline.
October 21: Last Day to Register or Make Schedule Changes for the 2nd 8-Week Session. Students have until this day to finalize their course selections for the second 8-week session.
October 27: Census Day for the 2nd 8-Week Session. This is the official enrollment count date for the second 8-week session.
October 28: "W" Period Begins for the 2nd 8-Week Session. Online drop forms are now required for 2nd 8-week courses. After this date, withdrawing from a course results in a "W" on the transcript.
October: Priority Registration opens for Seniors, Post-Baccalaureates, and Graduate Students.

November

November: Priority Registration opens for Juniors.
November: Priority Registration opens for Sophomores.
November: Priority Registration opens for Freshmen.
November 10: Last Day for Graduate Students to Schedule the Thesis/Dissertation Defense and Comprehensive Exam for December Graduation. Graduate students aiming to graduate in December must schedule these crucial evaluations by this date.
November 10: Last Day to Apply for Graduation, Fall 2025. Students intending to graduate in the Fall semester must submit their graduation application by this deadline.
November: Open Registration for Everyone.
November 17: Last Day for Graduate Students to Defend Thesis/Dissertation and Submit to the Graduate Dean for December Graduation. This is the final deadline for completing and submitting thesis/dissertation for December graduates.
November 24: Last Day for Graduate Students to Take and Pass the Comprehensive Examination for December Graduation. Graduate students have until this date to successfully complete their comprehensive exams for December graduation.
November 26: Thanksgiving Holiday Break for Students and Faculty. University offices will remain open.
November 27 until November 28: Thanksgiving Holiday Break. The University will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving.

December

December 1: Graduate Proposal Form Deadline for May Graduates. Graduate students planning to graduate in May must submit their proposal forms by this date.
December 1 until December 5: Lab Finals, Juries. This period is dedicated to lab finals and juries for relevant courses.
December 8 until December 12: Final Exams for Fall 2025. The final examination period for the Fall semester.
December 12: Last Class Day of Fall 2025 (Includes regular term and 2nd 8-week / Fall ‘B’ sessions). This marks the end of classes for both regular and accelerated sessions.
December 13: Fall 2025 Commencement. For more information and links to watch the live stream events, please visit angelo.edu/commencement.
December 15 Noon: Final Grades for Fall 2025 Due by Noon. Instructors are required to submit final grades by this deadline.
December 22: First Class Day of the Winter Mini-session of Spring 2026 Semester. The Winter Mini-session, an accelerated term, begins on this date.
December 22: Last Day to Register or Make Schedule Changes for the Winter Mini-session of Spring 2026 Semester. Students have a limited time to register or adjust their schedules for the Winter Mini-session.
December 23: Census Day, Winter Mini-session Spring 2026. Official enrollment count for the Winter Mini-session.
December 23 until January 2, 2026: Closed in Observance of Winter Holidays. The university will be closed for the winter holiday season.

Winter Mini-Session and Spring Semester 2026

Following the Fall semester, Angelo State University offers a Winter Mini-session and prepares for the Spring semester. Here's a breakdown of important dates:

January 2026

January 9, 2026: Last Class Day, Winter Mini-session, Spring 2026. The Winter Mini-session concludes on this day.
January 10, 2026 until January 11, 2026: Registration for Spring 2026 Closed for Financial Aid and Refund Processing. Registration is temporarily suspended for financial processing.
January 12, 2026 Midnight until 5:00pm on January 15, 2026: Registration Open. Classes added during this time MUST be paid before the payment deadline or entire schedule may be canceled.
January 12, 2026 Noon: Grades Due for Winter Mini-session by Noon. Instructors must submit grades for the Winter Mini-session by this deadline.
January: Payment Deadline for Spring 2026 or Schedule will be Canceled.
January 16, 2026 until January 23, 2026: Late Registration Period, Spring 2026. Students can register for Spring classes during this late registration period.
January 19, 2026: University Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The university will be closed for the holiday.
January 20, 2026: First Class Day of Regular Term and 1st 8-Week Session, Spring 2026. The Spring semester officially begins.
January 21, 2026: Last Day to Register or Make Schedule Changes for the 1st 8-Week Session. Deadline to adjust schedules for the first 8-week session of the Spring semester.
January 23, 2026: Last Day to Register or Make Schedule Changes for the Regular Spring 2026 Semester. Final day to modify Spring semester schedules.
January 27, 2026: Census Day, 1st 8-Week Session. Official enrollment count for the first 8-week session.
January 28, 2026: “W” Period Begins for 1st 8-Week Session. Drops and withdrawals will now be recorded on transcripts.

February 2026

February 4, 2026: Census Day, Regular Spring 2026 Semester. Official enrollment count for the regular Spring semester.
February 5, 2026: “W” Period Begins for Regular Spring 2026 Semester. Drops and withdrawals will now be recorded on transcripts.

May 2026

May: Priority Registration opens for Summer and Fall 2026.
May 11, 2026 until May 15, 2026: Final Exams for Spring 2026. Final exams period for the Spring semester.
May 15, 2026: Last Class Day of Spring 2026 (Includes regular term and 2nd 8-week / Spring ‘B’ sessions). Last day of classes for the Spring semester.
May 15, 2026: Spring 2026 Commencement. For more information and links to watch the live stream events, please visit angelo.edu/commencement.
May 16, 2026: Spring 2026 Commencement. For more information and links to watch the live stream events, please visit angelo.edu/commencement.
May 18, 2026 Noon: Final Grades for Spring 2026 Due by Noon. Deadline for instructors to submit final grades for the Spring semester.
May 25, 2026: University Closed in Observance of Memorial Day. The university will be closed for Memorial Day.

Summer Sessions 2026

Angelo State University offers two summer sessions, Summer I and Summer II, providing opportunities for students to accelerate their studies.

June - August 2026

June 1, 2026: First Class Day of Summer I 2026.
July 3, 2026: Last Class Day of Summer I 2026.
July 3, 2026: Final Exams for Summer I 2026.
July 6, 2026: First Class Day of Summer II 2026.
August 7, 2026: Final Exams for Summer II 2026.
August 7, 2026: Last Class Day of Summer II 2026.

Fall Semester 2026 and Beyond

Looking ahead, here are some key dates for future Fall semesters at Angelo State University:

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August - December 2026

August 24, 2026: First Class Day of Regular Term and 1st 8-Week Session of Fall 2026.
September 7, 2026: University Closed in Observance of Labor Day. No classes. University offices closed.
October 15, 2026: Spring Textbook Adoptions Due. Faculty: Textbook Adoptions are due to the ASU Bookstore for the spring semester.
November 25, 2026: Thanksgiving Holiday Break for Students and Faculty (Pending Approval). University offices will remain open.
November 26, 2026 until November 27, 2026: Thanksgiving Holiday Break Angelo State will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
November 30, 2026 until December 4, 2026: Lab Finals, Juries.
December 7, 2026 until December 11, 2026: Final Exams for Fall 2026.
December 11, 2026: Last Class Day of Fall 2026 Includes regular term and second 8-week/Fall ‘B’ sessions.
December 12, 2026: Fall 2026 Commencement. For more information and links to watch the live stream events, please visit angelo.edu/commencement.
December 23, 2026 until January 1, 2027: Closed in Observance of Winter Holidays.

Future Semesters: 2027-2028

The calendar provides a glimpse into future academic years, including:

January 18, 2027: University Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
January 19, 2027: First Class Day of Regular Term and 1st 8-Week Session, Spring 2027.
March 15, 2027 until March 19, 2027: Spring Break.
March 26, 2027: University Closed for the Spring Holiday.
May 3, 2027 until May 7, 2027: Lab Finals, Juries.
May 10, 2027 until May 14, 2027: Final Exams for Spring 2027.
May 14, 2027: Last Class Day of Spring 2027 Includes regular term and second 8-week/Spring ‘B’ sessions.
May 14, 2027: Spring 2027 Commencement. For more information and links to watch the live stream events, please visit angelo.edu/commencement.
May 15, 2027: Spring 2027 Commencement. For more information and links to watch the live stream events, please visit angelo.edu/commencement.
May 31, 2027: University Closed in Observance of Memorial Day.
June 7, 2027: First Class Day of Summer I 2027.
July 9, 2027: Last Class Day of Summer I 2027.
July 9, 2027: Final Exams for Summer I 2027.
July 12, 2027: First Class Day of Summer II 2027.
August 13, 2027: Final Exams for Summer II 2027.
August 13, 2027: Last Class Day of Summer II 2027.
August 23, 2027: First Class Day of Regular Term and 1st 8-Week Session of Fall 2027.
September 6, 2027: University Closed in Observance of Labor Day (Pending Approval). No classes; University offices closed.
November 24, 2027: Thanksgiving Holiday Break for Students and Faculty (Pending Approval). University offices will remain open.
November 25, 2027 until November 26, 2027: Thanksgiving Holiday Break (Pending Approval). The University will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
November 29, 2027 until December 3, 2027: Lab Finals, Juries.
December 6, 2027 until December 10, 2027: Final Exams for Fall 2027.
December 10, 2027: Last Class Day of Fall 2027 (Includes regular term and 2nd 8-week / Fall ‘B’ sessions).
December 11, 2027: Fall 2027 Commencement For more information and links to watch the live-streamed events, please visit angelo.edu/commencement.
January 17, 2028: University Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Pending Approval)
January 18, 2028: First Class Day of Regular Term and 1st 8-Week Session, Spring 2028
March 13, 2028 until March 17, 2028: Spring Break
April 14, 2028: University Closed for the Spring Holiday (Pending Approval)
May 1, 2028 until May 5, 2028: Lab Finals, Juries
May 8, 2028 until May 12, 2028: Final Exams for Spring 2028
May 12, 2028: Last Class Day of Spring 2028 (Includes regular term and 2nd 8-week / Spring ‘B’ sessions)
May 12, 2028: Spring 2028 Commencement For more information and links to watch the live-streamed events, please visit angelo.edu/commencement.
May 13, 2028: Spring 2028 Commencement For more information and links to watch the live stream events, please visit angelo.edu/commencement.
May 29, 2028: University Closed in Observance of Memorial Day (Pending Approval)
June 5, 2028: First Class Day of Summer I 2028
July 7, 2028: Last Class Day of Summer I 2028
July 7, 2028: Final Exams for Summer I 2028
July 10, 2028: First Class Day of Summer II 2028
August 11, 2028: Final Exams for Summer II 2028
August 11, 2028: Last Class Day of Summer II 2028

Understanding Registration Periods

Angelo State University utilizes a priority registration system. This system gives certain student populations earlier access to course registration. Typically, registration opens in the following order:

Seniors, Post-Baccalaureates, and Graduate Students: These students are given the first opportunity to register for courses.
Juniors: Following seniors, juniors are able to register.
Sophomores: Sophomores are then granted access to registration.
Freshmen: Freshmen have the last priority registration window.
Open Registration: After the priority windows close, registration opens to all students.

It's crucial to check the specific dates and times for each registration period on the ASU website, as they may vary.

Key Considerations for Students

Registration Deadlines: Pay close attention to registration deadlines for each session (regular term, 1st 8-week, 2nd 8-week, and Winter Mini-session). Missing these deadlines can result in late fees or being unable to enroll in desired courses.
"W" Period: Be aware of the "W" period for each session. After this period begins, withdrawing from a course will result in a "W" on your transcript.
Payment Deadlines: Ensure that tuition and fees are paid by the specified deadlines. Failure to do so may result in your classes being dropped.
Graduation Applications: If you plan to graduate, submit your graduation application well in advance of the deadline.
Commencement Information: Visit the Angelo State University website (angelo.edu/commencement) for the most up-to-date information regarding commencement ceremonies, including live stream links.

Holidays and Breaks

Angelo State University observes several holidays throughout the academic year. Be sure to note these dates, as the university will be closed, and classes will not be held:

Thanksgiving Holiday Break: Typically observed in late November. University offices may have varying hours during this break.
Winter Holidays: The university is closed for an extended period during the winter holiday season, usually spanning from late December to early January.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Observed in January.
Spring Holiday: Observed in March.
Memorial Day: Observed in late May.
Labor Day: Observed in early September.

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