Navigating the Academic Calendar at Boise State University

Boise State University, a public institution founded in 1932, operates on a semester-based academic calendar. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the academic calendar, including key dates, deadlines, and important events for prospective, current, and graduate students. Understanding these dates is crucial for planning academic endeavors and ensuring a smooth educational experience.

Boise State University Overview

Boise State University is ranked No. #301 in National Universities and No. #164 in Top Public Schools. The university has a total undergraduate enrollment of 24,030 (fall 2024), its setting is urban, and the campus size is 192 acres. The student-faculty ratio at Boise State University is 20:1. The school's in-state tuition and fees are $9,364; out-of-state tuition and fees are $28,478. Forty-six percent of first-year students receive need-based financial aid, and the average net price for federal loan recipients is $18,016. The four-year graduation rate is 41%. Six years after graduation, the median salary for graduates is $45,251. Boise State University does not accept the Common Application.

Key Dates and Deadlines

Application and Scholarship Deadlines

Nonresident Application and Scholarship Priority Deadline: December 15 for 2025.
Idaho Resident Application and Scholarship Priority Deadline: February 15. In order to be considered for automatic scholarships for the 2026-2027 school year, all admission materials for prospective Idaho resident first-year and transfer students must be received in Admissions. The 2026-2027 FAFSA must be filed by this date to be considered for need-based scholarships. Priority deadline for the Boise State Scholarship Application (online) to be submitted to the Financial Aid Office.
Standard Application Deadline: May 1. This is the standard application deadline for undergraduate, degree-seeking applicants to have all admission materials received by Admissions. Applicants who miss this application deadline will be considered for degree-seeking status on a space-available basis.
Graduate School Application Deadlines: January 15 is the recommended fall priority application deadline for graduate degree-seeking applicants to have all admission materials received by the Graduate College. September 15 is the recommended spring priority application deadline for graduate degree-seeking applicants to have all admission materials received by the Graduate College.
Spring Scholarship Deadline: October 1. This is the last day to have all admission materials received in Admissions for prospective first-year and transfer students who want to be considered for scholarships for Spring 2026.

Financial Aid Deadlines

FAFSA Filing Priority Date: February 15. This is the 2026-2027 FAFSA filing priority date for continuing students and prospective first-year and transfer students. Eligible students must apply by this date to maximize the amount of aid you receive.
Fall Financial Aid Pell Recalculation Date: September 4.
Spring Financial Aid Pell Recalculation Date: January 26.

Graduation Application Deadlines

December Graduation: August 28 is the deadline to apply for graduation for graduate and undergraduate degrees and certificates to be awarded in December 2026.
May Graduation: January 16 is the deadline to apply for graduation for graduate and undergraduate degrees and certificates to be awarded in May 2026. Students apply for graduation on myBoiseState.

Semester Schedules

Boise State University's regular academic year consists of two semesters (fall and spring) of approximately 15 weeks each.

Fall Semester 2025

September 3 (Wed): Fall classes begin
October 13 (Mon): Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day - No classes
October 22 (Wed): First quarter ends
October 23 (Thu): Second quarter begins
November 11 (Tue): Veterans’ Day (observed) - No classes
November 12 (Wed): Tuesday Class schedule (Wed classes will not meet on 11/12)
November 26 (Wed): Thanksgiving Recess Begins at the close of Day classes on Wednesday (Evening classes will not meet on 11/26)
November 27 (Thu): Thanksgiving recess
December 1 (Mon): Classes Resume
December 9 (Tue): Tuesday evening class final exam
December 10 (Wed): Last Day of Instruction - Day Classes.
December 11 (Thu): Reading Day (day classes only)
December 11 (Thu): Thursday evening class final exam
December 12 (Fri): Day class final examinations begin
December 15 (Mon): Monday evening class final exam
December 17 (Wed): Wednesday evening class final exam
December 18 (Thu): Day class final examinations end
December 19 (Fri): Snow Day final examinations (This is an extra day in the event of a snow day during finals week)

Note: Final examinations must be administered as scheduled, unless the appropriate College Dean has granted an exemption. Final grades are due by Tuesday, December 23rd.

Spring Semester 2026

January 21 (Wed): First Day of Classes
February 16 (Mon): Presidents’ Day - No classes
February 18 (Wed): Monday schedule of classes (Wednesday classes will not meet on 2/18)
March 9 (Mon): Spring break begins
March 13 (Fri): Spring break ends
March 17 (Tue): Third quarter ends
March 18 (Wed): Fourth quarter begins
April 20 (Mon): Patriots’ Day - No classes
April 30 (Thu): Thursday evening class final exam
May 4 (Mon): Last Day of Instruction - day classes
May 5 (Tue): Reading Day (day classes only)
May 5 (Tue): Tuesday evening class final exam
May 6 (Wed): Day class final examinations begin
May 6 (Wed): Wednesday evening class final exam
May 11 (Mon): Monday evening class final exam
May 12 (Tue): Day class final examinations end
May 14 (Thu): Graduate Commencement
May 15 (Fri): Undergraduate Commencement

Note: Final examinations must be administered as scheduled, unless the appropriate College Dean has granted an exemption.

Fall Semester 2026

September 2 (Wed): Fall classes begin
September 7 (Mon): Labor Day
October 12 (Mon): Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day - No classes
October 15 (Thu): Monday Class schedule (Thursday classes will not meet)
October 21 (Wed): First quarter ends
October 22 (Thu): Second quarter begins
November 11 (Wed): Veterans’ Day (observed) - No classes
November 25 (Wed): Thanksgiving Recess Begins at the close of Day classes (Evening classes will not meet on 11/25)
November 26 (Thu): Thanksgiving recess
November 30 (Mon): Classes Resume
December 8 (Tue): Tuesday evening class final exam
December 10 (Thu): Last Day of Instruction - Day Classes.
December 11 (Fri): Reading Day (day classes only)
December 14 (Mon): Day class final examinations begin
December 14 (Mon): Monday evening class final exam
December 16 (Wed): Wednesday evening class final exam
December 17 (Thu): Thursday evening class final exam
December 18 (Fri): Day class final examinations end

Note: Final examinations must be administered as scheduled, unless the appropriate College Dean has granted an exemption. Final grades are due by Wednesday, December 23

Spring Semester 2027

January 20 (Wed): First Day of Classes
February 15 (Mon): Presidents’ Day - No classes
February 17 (Wed): Monday class schedule (Wednesday classes will not meet on 2/17)
March 8 (Mon): Spring break begins
March 12 (Fri): Spring break ends
March 16 (Tue): Third quarter ends
March 17 (Wed): Fourth quarter begins
April 19 (Mon): Patriots’ Day - No classes
April 29 (Thu): Thursday evening class final exam
May 3 (Mon): Last Day of Instruction - day classes
May 4 (Tue): Reading Day (day classes only)
May 4 (Tue): Tuesday evening class final exam
May 5 (Wed): Day class final examinations begin
May 5 (Wed): Wednesday evening class final exam
May 10 (Mon): Monday evening class final exam
May 11 (Tue): Day class final examinations end
May 13 (Thu): Graduate Commencement
May 14 (Fri): Undergraduate Commencement

Note: Final examinations must be administered as scheduled, unless the appropriate College Dean has granted an exemption. Final grades are due by Friday, May 14th.

Summer Sessions 2027

May 24 (Mon): Summer Session I classes begin
May 31 (Mon): Memorial Day
June 18 (Fri): Juneteenth (observed) - no classes
June 28 (Mon): Summer Session I classes end
July 12 (Mon): Summer Session II classes begin
August 13 (Fri): Summer Session II classes end

Note: Summer final examinations will be given on the last scheduled meeting of the class. Final examinations must be administered as scheduled, unless the appropriate College Dean has granted an exemption. Final grades for Summer I are due by Thursday, July 1.

Holidays and Breaks

The academic calendar includes several holidays and breaks, including:

Labor Day
Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day
Veterans’ Day
Thanksgiving Recess
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Presidents’ Day
Spring Break
Patriots’ Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth

Important Considerations for Students

Application Deadlines: Meeting application deadlines is crucial for prospective students, especially those seeking scholarships or specific programs.
Financial Aid: Students should pay close attention to FAFSA filing dates and other financial aid deadlines to maximize their eligibility for assistance.
Graduation: Students planning to graduate must adhere to the deadlines for submitting their graduation applications.
Final Examinations: Final examinations must be administered as scheduled, unless the appropriate College Dean has granted an exemption.

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