Navigating the Academic Calendar at Bentley University

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Understanding Semester Dates

The academic calendar is structured around semesters, with specific dates for the beginning and end of classes, add/drop periods, holidays, and final exams. Below is a detailed look at the Spring semester dates for both 2026 and 2027, including full semester, twelve-week sessions, and six-week sessions.

Spring 2026 Semester Dates

The Spring 2026 semester at Bentley University includes several session options to accommodate different scheduling needs: full semester, twelve-week session, and two six-week sessions.

Key Dates for Spring 2026:

First day of classes: January 20, 2026 (for full semester, twelve-week session, and first six-week session) and March 16, 2026 (for the second six-week session).
Last day to add/swap a course: January 26, 2026 (Monday) for the full semester, January 23, 2026 for the twelve-week session, January 22, 2026 for the first six-week session, and March 18, 2026 for the second six-week session.
Last day to apply for Spring degree completion: January 26, 2026 (for all sessions).
Last day to drop courses for 100% refund: January 26, 2026. Please visit the Student Accounts site here.
Last day to drop a course without a W grade: February 2, 2026 for the full semester and twelve-week session, January 25, 2026 for the first six-week session, and March 21, 2026 for the second six-week session.
Last day to request pass/fail grading for a course: February 2, 2026 for the full semester and twelve-week session.
Last day to declare an internship: February 9, 2026 (for all sessions).
Last day to withdraw from a course with a W grade: April 3, 2026 for the full semester and twelve-week session, February 16, 2026 for the first six-week session, and April 12, 2026 for the second six-week session.
Monday Schedule (all classes): April 29, 2026.
Last day of classes: April 29, 2026 for undergraduates, May 6, 2026 for graduate students, April 20, 2026 for the twelve-week session, March 2, 2026 for the first six-week session, and April 26, 2026 for the second six-week session.
Undergraduate final week schedule begins: April 30, 2026.
Final grades due: 72 hours after the Final Class Meeting.

Spring 2027 Semester Dates

The Spring 2027 semester follows a similar structure to 2026, with full semester, twelve-week session, and two six-week session options.

Key Dates for Spring 2027:

First day of classes: January 19, 2027 (for full semester, twelve-week session, and first six-week session) and March 15, 2027 (for the second six-week session).
Last day to add/swap a course: January 25, 2027 (Monday) for the full semester, January 22, 2027 for the twelve-week session, January 21, 2027 for the first six-week session, and March 17, 2027 for the second six-week session.
Last day to drop all courses for 100% refund: January 25, 2027.
Last day to drop a course without a W grade: February 1, 2027 for the full semester and twelve-week session, January 24, 2027 for the first six-week session, and March 20, 2027 for the second six-week session.
Last day to request pass/fail grading for a course: February 1, 2027 for the full semester and twelve-week session.
Last day to apply for Spring degree completion: January 25, 2027, February 5, 2027, February 5, 2027, February 5, 2027.
Last day to declare an internship: February 15, 2027 (for all sessions).
Last day to withdraw from a course with a W grade: March 26, 2027 for the full semester and twelve-week session, February 15, 2027 for the first six-week session, and April 11, 2027 for the second six-week session.
Last day of regularly scheduled classes: April 28, 2027 for undergraduates, May 5, 2027 for graduate students, April 26, 2027 for the twelve-week session, March 1, 2027 for the first six-week session, and April 26, 2027 for the second six-week session.
Reading Day: April 29, 2027.
Undergraduate final week schedule begins: April 30 - May 6, 2027.
Make-Up Day for Final Exams: May 7, 2027.
Commencement: May 14-15, 2027.

Observed Holidays

Bentley University observes several holidays throughout the academic year, during which university offices are closed, and no classes are held.

Key Holidays:

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: January 19, 2026, and January 18, 2027. University offices are closed, and no classes are held.

Understanding Key Academic Deadlines

Navigating the academic calendar effectively requires understanding the various deadlines associated with course registration, grading options, and degree applications.

Add/Swap Courses

The initial period at the beginning of each semester or session allows students to adjust their course schedules. The "Last day to add/swap a course" is a crucial deadline for finalizing enrollment.

Refund Policies

Students should be aware of the deadlines for dropping courses and receiving a refund. The "Last day to drop courses for 100% refund" is the date by which students must drop a course to receive a full refund of tuition and fees.

Grading Options

Bentley University provides the option for students to request pass/fail grading for certain courses. The "Last day to request pass/fail grading for a course" is the deadline to make this request.

Internships

For students participating in internships, the "Last day to declare an internship" is an important deadline for ensuring proper academic credit and recognition.

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Course Withdrawal

Students may need to withdraw from a course after the initial drop period. The "Last day to withdraw from a course with a W grade" is the deadline to withdraw while still receiving a "W" (Withdrawal) grade on their transcript.

Final Grades

Final grades are typically due 72 hours after the final class meeting, providing a structured timeline for instructors to submit grades promptly.

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