Important dates and deadlines
| 2007–2008 (Spring Semester) | |
|---|---|
| May 9 | Last class day |
| May 11 | Exams begin |
| May 17 | Exams end |
| May 16–18 | Commencement weekend (View schedule of ceremonies.) |
| May 16–18 | Residence Hall move-out |
| 2008–2009 (Fall Semester) | |
|---|---|
| August 4 | First quarter housing bill (PDF) due |
| August 25 | Advising Available |
| August 27–28 | University Residence Halls open |
| September 1 | Labor Day (no class) |
| September 2 | Instruction begins |
| September 10 | Last day to drop courses without a DR or W grade notation on transcript |
| September 12 | Last day to add courses without departmental approval |
| September 12 | Last day for 100% tuition adjustment on dropped classes |
| October 13 | Second quarter housing bill (PDF) due |
| October 26 | Last day to drop for 50% tuition adjustment on dropped classes |
| October 31 | Last day to drop courses |
| November 14–16 | First-Year Parents Weekend |
| November 27–30 | Thanksgiving recess* |
| December 12 | Last class day |
| December 13 | Study day |
| December 14 | Exams begin |
| December 20 | Exams end |
| December 21 | Commencement |
*Policy on Classes during Thanksgiving
The university discourages professors from canceling class on the Wednesday before
Thanksgiving in order to fulfill the required amount of credit hours per semester.
On some occasions, a professor will offer makeup sessions or alternative assignments
to accommodate out-of-state students with immovable travel plans. Once your student
finalizes his or her class schedule, we encourage contacting his or her Wednesday
professors to determine their individual policies. It is recommended that
students attend class on this day.
More calendars
- Academic calendar
Projects important dates several years into the future, including the first day of classes, holidays, and breaks. - Admissions
Application information dates and deadlines. - Campus Area Housing
Best time to look for off-campus housing. - Commencement
Commencement ceremonies at UW–Madison. - Enrollment and registration dates and deadlines
Key enrollment, course add, drop, withdrawal deadlines and policies. - Financial Aid
How and when to apply and answers to your frequently asked questions. - Student
Health Insurance Program (SHIP) open enrollment periods
SHIP, offered through University Health Services, provides valuable health care coverage for eligible UW–Madison students. - Student Orientation,
Advising & Registration (SOAR)
For more information and to sign up for SOAR. - Tuition
and Fees
Due dates and tuition information. - University Housing dates
A list of important dates for students living in residence halls, including move-in and move-out dates as well as contract, payment, and cancellation deadlines. - UW fraternities and sororities recruitment dates
- Wisconsin Union Event Calendar
A list of theater, arts, films, meetings and fun events happening at the Memorial Union and Union South. - University Events Calendar
A calendar of art exhibitions, guest lectures, and many more opportunities on campus. - Athletic Events Calendar
Find schedules and ticket information for all Badger Athletic teams. - Greater Madison Visitor and Convention Bureau
A calendar of events for the greater Madison area.