Purdue University Northwest Events
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Fall 2025 Final Exams
Get ready to start your final exams! Final exams run from Monday, December 15, through Saturday, December 20.
Fall 2025 Final Grades Due
A reminder to all faculty that final grades are due by Monday, December 22 at 5 p.m. (Central Time Zone). Enjoy your break!
Deadline to Apply to Graduate for Spring 2026
Speak with your academic advisor to make sure you are eligible to graduate and submit your application.
Spring 2026 Commencement
Congratulations to PNW graduates! We look forward to celebrating with you at Commencement.
Summer 2026 First Day of Classes
First day of Summer 2026 Classes, including twelve week, first six-week and first four-week modules.
Graduate Students – August Plan of Study Deadline
May 22, 2026, is the last day for a plan of study to be received by the Graduate Studies Office to graduate in August.
Memorial Day Holiday – No Classes & Campuses are Closed
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, there are no classes and campus offices are closed.
Graduate Students: August Graduate Candidacy Deadline
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 is the last day to declare candidacy for degree for August 2026 graduation. Please notify your program of your intent to graduate.
First Four-Week Module Ends
The first Four-Week Module ends on June 12, 2026.
Deadline to Submit Summer 2026 Application to Graduate
The deadline to submit your Summer 2026 Application to Graduate is June 19, 2026.