Cleveland State University Academic Calendar: A Comprehensive Guide
Navigating the academic year at Cleveland State University (CSU) requires familiarity with its academic calendar. This calendar outlines important dates such as registration periods, holidays, deadlines, and exam schedules. Being aware of these dates is crucial for students, faculty, and staff to effectively plan their academic activities. It is important to note that academic calendar dates are subject to change, and individuals should check CampusNet for the most up-to-date information about specific course dates.
Understanding Alternative Session Courses
Courses scheduled outside of the traditional semester schedule are indicated in CampusNet as ALT (alternative) session courses. Add/drop/withdrawal deadlines for ALT courses are adjusted according to the length of the session.
University Holidays and Closures
The University is closed on University Holidays unless otherwise noted. In case of an emergency closing of the University during a final examination period, the following regulations will apply: The regular examination schedule will be observed for the day(s) remaining when the University reopens. The first missed examination day will be scheduled on the next weekday following the normal examination period, the second missed on the following weekday, etc.
Fall 2025: Key Dates and Deadlines
The Fall 2025 semester at Cleveland State University includes the following important dates:
- Priority Registration Begins: Monday, March 10, 2025
- Open Enrollment Begins: Monday, April 28, 2025
- Term Begins: Saturday, August 23, 2025
- First Weekday Class: Monday, August 25, 2025
- Last Day to Join a Course Waitlist: Friday, August 29, 2025
- Last Day to Add (CampusNet Registration): Sunday, August 31, 2025
- Labor Day (University Holiday): Monday, September 01, 2025
- Last Day to Drop with Full Refund: Friday, September 5, 2025 (click to view refund schedule)
- Course Withdrawal Period Begins - 'W' Grade Assigned: Saturday, September 06, 2025
- University Census Date: Monday, September 08, 2025
- Indigenous Peoples' Day / Columbus Day Observed (No Classes - Offices Open): Monday, October 13, 2025
- Mid-Semester Grading Deadline: Monday, October 20, 2025
- Last Day to Withdraw from Courses: Friday, October 31, 2025
- Veterans Day Observed (University Holiday): Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Thanksgiving Recess (No classes Thursday to Sunday): November 27-28, 2025
- Last Day of Classes: Friday, December 05, 2025
- Exam Week (Monday - Saturday): December 8-13, 2025
- Commencement: Saturday, December 13, 2025
- Final Grades Submission Deadline (All Sessions): Tuesday, December 16, 2025
- Final Grades Available to Students: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
- Fall Semester Student Incomplete Work Deadline: Friday, May 01, 2026
- Fall Semester Incomplete Grade Submission Deadline: Tuesday, May 05, 2026
Fall 2025 Final Exam Schedule
The final exam schedule for Fall 2025 is determined by the regular class meeting time:
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| Class Meeting Time | Final Exam Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00a-7:50a (MWF) | Mon December 8, 2025 | 8:00a-10:00a |
| 7:00a-8:15a (TTh) | Tue December 9, 2025 | 8:00a-10:00a |
| 7:30a-8:35a (MWF) (4-credit) | Mon December 8, 2025 | 8:00a-10:00a |
| 8:00a-9:50a (TTh) (4-credit) | Tue December 9, 2025 | 8:00a-10:00a |
| 8:05a-8:55a (MWF) | Wed December 10, 2025 | 8:00a-10:00a |
| 8:30a-9:45a (TTh) | Thu December 11, 2025 | 8:00a-10:00a |
| 9:10a-10:00a (MWF) | Fri December 12, 2025 | 8:00a-10:00a |
| 10:00a-11:15a (TTh) | Tue December 9, 2025 | 10:15a-12:15p |
| 10:15a-11:05a (MWF) | Mon December 8, 2025 | 10:15a-12:15p |
| 11:20a-12:10p (MWF) | Wed December 10, 2025 | 10:15a-12:15p |
| Free for off-grid (large class) exams | Thu December 11, 2025 | 10:15a-12:15p |
| Free for off-grid (large class) exams | Fri December 12, 2025 | 10:15a-12:15p |
| 12:15p-1:20p (MWF) (4-credit) | Mon December 8, 2025 | 12:30p-2:30p |
| 12:25p-1:15p (MWF) | Mon December 8, 2025 | 12:30p-2:30p |
| 12:30p-1:45p (TTh) | Tue December 9, 2025 | 12:30p-2:30p |
| 12:30p-2:20p (TTh) (4-credit) | Tue December 9, 2025 | 12:30p-2:30p |
| 1:30p-2:20p (MWF) | Wed December 10, 2025 | 12:30p-2:30p |
| 2:00p-3:50p (MW) (4-credit) | Wed December 10, 2025 | 12:30p-2:30p |
| 2:00p-3:50p (TTh) (4-credit) | Thu December 11, 2025 | 12:30p-2:30p |
| 2:00p-3:15p (TTh) | Thu December 11, 2025 | 12:30p-2:30p |
| 2:35p-3:25p (MWF) | Fri December 12, 2025 | 12:30p-2:30p |
| 4:00p-5:50p (MW) (4-credit) | Mon December 8, 2025 | 4:00p-6:00p |
| 4:00p-5:50p (TTh) (4-credit) | Tue December 9, 2025 | 4:00p-6:00p |
| 4:30p-5:45p (MW) | Mon December 8, 2025 | 4:00p-6:00p |
| 4:30p-5:45p (TTh) | Tue December 9, 2025 | 4:00p-6:00p |
| 6:00p-7:15p (MW) | Wed December 10, 2025 | 6:00p-8:00p |
| 6:00p-7:15p (TTh) | Thu December 11, 2025 | 6:00p-8:00p |
| 6:00p-7:50p (MW) (4-credit) | Wed December 10, 2025 | 6:00p-8:00p |
| 6:00p-7:50p (TTh) (4-credit) | Thu December 11, 2025 | 6:00p-8:00p |
| 8:00p-9:15p (MW) | Mon December 8, 2025 | 8:00p-10:00p |
| 8:00p-9:15p (TTh) | Tue December 9, 2025 | 8:00p-10:00p |
| 8:00p-9:50p (MW) (4-credit) | Mon December 8, 2025 | 8:00p-10:00p |
| 8:00p-9:50p (TTh) (4-credit) | Tue December 9, 2025 | 8:00p-10:00p |
Exams for classes that meet one day a week will be held the same day and time the class normally meets during the week of final exams.
Spring Semester Important Dates
- January 9, 2026: Student/Supervisor Orientation/ Child Abuse Recognition Training (Off-Cycle Interns and SLPs only - Click for Info)
- January 12, 2026: Begining of Semester - First Day in the Field
- January 22, 2026: Mentor Orientation
- January 22, 2026: Week 2 Supervisor Community Meeting 1pm-2pm: Coffee & Conversation (Click for Info)
- February 5, 2026: Week 4 Supervisor Community Meeting 1pm-2pm: Coffee & Conversation (Click for Info)
- February 9-13, 2026: OFS CSU Career Fair Prep
- February 25, 2026 (Tentative): CSU Career Fair - Registration can be found in Handshake!
- March 6, 2026: Week 8 Supervisor Community IN-PERSON Meeting (Click for Info)
- March 6, 2026: Week 8: Mid Semester TRAID & Mid Attendance Form DEADLINE
- March 10-13, 2026: CSU Spring Break (All Interns follow the District's Spring Break Schedule)
- March 16-20, 2026: OFS edTPA - Compress & Trim Support
- March 27, 2026: Last Day to Withdraw from Courses
- March 31, 2026: edTPA DEADLINE (IT2/AT2/Student Teachers only)
- April 3, 2026: Outstanding Student Teacher Application DUE
- April 9, 2026: Week 12 Supervisor Community Meeting 1pm-2pm: Coffee & Conversation (Click for Info)
- May 1, 2026: Non-Academic Pre-Reqs Due for Fall 2026 Experiences
- May 1, 2026: Last Day in the Field (Final's week can be use to add and make-up hours May 4-8, 2026)
- May 4, 2026: Supervisor Community Meeting: Program Area Wrap Ups (Click for Info)
- August 20, 2026: Final Year Interns Only: Mandatory Student Orientation and Child Abuse Recognition Training 10am-4pm
Please continue to check calendar.
Academic Programs and Career Preparation
Cleveland State University offers a variety of academic programs designed to prepare students for specific careers and professional certifications. For instance, students can:
- Prepare for a career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in an accounting firm or in the public or private sectors. You will receive the preparation needed to sit for the Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Internal Audit (CIA), Certificate in Financial Management and Certified Information Systems Audit (CISA) examinations.
- Enhance your career prospects by complementing your major field of study with practical skills in accounting. Gain the foundational knowledge and skills in financial principles, budgeting and cost analysis. The minor consists of 18 credit hours.
- Grow your career as a teacher, researcher or community consultant on the cognitive, motor, perceptual, social emotional and behavioral functioning of adults throughout their life span. Prepare for a faculty position in teaching and research at two-year and four-year institutions of higher education or for a research position at a research institute. The program is offered jointly by Cleveland State University and the University of Akron.
- Gain the expertise to help other adults reach their educational goals in a variety of settings, including, but not limited to, technical/vocational colleges; proprietary schools; four-year colleges; literacy, ABE and GED programs; and training programs within healthcare, business and industrial settings.
Additional Resources
- To schedule an appointment Click HERE. (Closed December 24 - January 2, 2026.)
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