Academic Calendar
Events
Spring 2026 Classes End
Spring Classes end Saturday, May 2. Next week are final exams! Make sure to study and enjoy your break after!
Spring 2026 Final Exams
Get ready to start your final exams! Final exams run from Monday, May 4, through Saturday, May 9.
Spring 2026 Commencement
Congratulations to PNW graduates! We look forward to celebrating with you at Commencement.
Graduate Students – Final Exam Deadline for August CAND 99100 Registrants
Graduate students for whom a final examination is required must complete all requirements for the examination by July 22, 2026.
Fall 2026 Classes Begin
PNW is welcoming back all students for another semester. First day of classes is Monday, August 24, 2026.
Graduate Students – December Graduate Plan of Study Deadline
The last day for a plan of study to be received by the Graduate Studies Office to graduate in December is Friday, August 28, 2026.
Campus Closed: Labor Day
There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 7.
Graduate Students – December Graduate Candidacy Deadline
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is the last day to declare candidacy for degree for December 2026 graduation. Please notify your program of your intent to graduate.
Deadline to Submit Fall 2026 Application to Graduate
The deadline to submit your Fall 2026 Application to Graduate is September 13, 2026.
Fall Break
PNW will observe Fall Break on Monday and Tuesday, October 12 and 13, 2026. There are no classes, but campus offices are open, with some exceptions.