Fall 2026 Academic Calendar
Find important dates and deadlines with the BYU-Idaho academic calendar. This calendar has every academic deadline for the entire semester. You can also view a PDF version of the semester dates and deadlines.
Key Dates & Deadlines
Full Semester
Classes Begin
Monday, Sept. 14, 2026
Full Semester
Tuition Payment Deadline
Monday, Sept. 14, 2026
Full Semester
Drop Deadline
Monday, Sept. 21, 2026
Full Semester
Withdrawal Deadline
Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
Full Semester
Semester Ends
Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2026
Full Semester Dates & Deadlines
Financial Deadline
Academic Deadline
| WedSept 9 |
Move-In DayBYUI Approved Housing open for new and returning students ahead of the semester. |
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| Thu-FriSept 10-11 |
New Student OrientationOrientation sessions to help new students get acquainted with campus resources, policies, and expectations. |
| MonSept 14 |
Classes BeginFirst day of instruction for Full Semester and First Block courses. |
| MonSept 14 |
Payment Deadline
Tuition, fees, and health plan are due.
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| SunSept 20 |
Waitlist Deadline
Last day to add your name to a Full Semester or First Block waitlist.
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| MonSept 21 |
Tuition Payment Deadline — 5% Late Fee Begins
Tuition must be paid by 11:59 p.m. MDT. A 5% late fee applies to any outstanding balance after this time.
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| MonSept 21 |
Registration Deadline
Last day to add Full Semester or First Block courses.
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| MonSept 21 |
Drop Deadline — Full Tuition Refund
Last day to drop individual courses and receive a full tuition refund.
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| MonSept 21 |
Health Plan Deadline
Deadline for new students to enroll dependents and for all students to waive the Student Health Plan.
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| TueSept 22 |
Book Return Deadline
Return books with receipt to the University Store for a full credit refund.
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| TueOct 6 |
Drop Deadline
Last day to drop Full Semester or First Block courses without a "W" appearing on your transcript.
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| TueOct 6 |
Audit Enrollment Change Deadline
Last day to change enrollment from credit to audit, or audit to credit.
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| TueOct 6 |
Financial Aid Determination Date
Enrollment as of this date is used to determine financial aid eligibility for the term. Learn more about the Financial Aid Determination Date policy.
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| FriOct 9 |
Tuition Refund Deadline — First Block
Last day for students enrolled only in First Block courses to completely withdraw from all courses and receive a pro-rated tuition refund.
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| MonOct 12 |
Withdrawal Deadline — First Block
Last day to withdraw from individual First Block courses and receive a "W" grade.
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| SunOct 18 |
Christmas Break Housing Contract Cancellation DeadlineLast day to cancel a BYUI Approved Housing contract for Christmas Break 2026. |
| TueOct 20 |
Discontinuance Deadline — First Block
Last day for students enrolled only in First Block courses to completely withdraw and receive "W" grades.
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| TueOct 20 |
Winter 2027 Registration Holds PlacedHolds are applied to student accounts and must be cleared before registering for Winter 2027. |
| TueOct 27 |
Last Day of Classes — First BlockOfficial last day of instruction for First Block courses. |
| TueOct 27 |
Move-Out Day — First BlockStudents finishing after First Block must check out of BYUI Approved Housing by 6:00 p.m. |
| TueOct 27 |
Move-In Day — Second BlockBYUI Approved Housing open for students beginning Second Block courses. |
| WedOct 28 |
Classes Begin — Second BlockFirst day of instruction for Second Block courses. |
| WedOct 28 |
Payment Deadline — Second Block
Tuition, fees, and health plan are due.
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| TueNov 3 |
Waitlist Deadline — Second Block
Last day to add your name to the Second Block waitlist.
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| Tue-FriNov 3-13 |
Winter 2027 Priority RegistrationPriority registration window for Winter 2027 courses. Your assigned registration date depends on your class standing. |
| WedNov 4 |
Grade Submission Deadline — First BlockFirst Block grades must be submitted by faculty by 12:00 noon MST. |
| WedNov 4 |
Tuition Payment Deadline — 5% Late Fee Begins — Second Block
Tuition must be paid by 11:59 p.m. MST. A 5% late fee applies to any outstanding balance after this time.
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| WedNov 4 |
Registration Deadline — Second Block
Last day to add Second Block courses.
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| WedNov 4 |
Drop Deadline — Full Tuition Refund — Second Block
Last day to drop individual courses and receive a full tuition refund.
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| WedNov 4 |
Health Plan Deadline — Second Block
Deadline for new students to enroll dependents and for all students to waive the Student Health Plan.
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| WedNov 4 |
Book Return Deadline — Second Block
Return books with receipt to the University Store for a full credit refund.
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| WedNov 4 |
Winter 2027 Housing Contract Cancellation DeadlineLast day to cancel a BYUI Approved Housing contract for Winter 2027. |
| ThuNov 5 |
Grades Available — First BlockFirst Block final grades are posted and accessible to students at my.byui.edu. |
| ThuNov 5 |
Tuition Refund Deadline
Last day to completely withdraw from all Full Semester courses and receive a pro-rated tuition refund.
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| MonNov 9 |
Withdrawal Deadline
Last day to withdraw from individual Full Semester courses and receive a "W" grade.
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| ThuNov 12 |
Drop Deadline — Second Block
Last day to drop Second Block courses without a "W" appearing on your transcript.
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| ThuNov 12 |
Audit Enrollment Change Deadline — Second Block
Last day to change enrollment from credit to audit, or audit to credit.
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| ThuNov 12 |
Financial Aid Determination Date — Second Block
Enrollment as of this date is used to determine financial aid eligibility for the term. Learn more about the Financial Aid Determination Date policy.
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| MonNov 16 |
Graduation Application Deadline
Students must submit their graduation application by this date for their name to be printed in the official December 2026 commencement program.
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| MonNov 23 |
Withdrawal Deadline — Second Block
Last day to withdraw from individual Second Block courses and receive a "W" grade.
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| MonNov 23 |
Tuition Refund Deadline — Second Block
Last day for students enrolled only in Second Block courses to completely withdraw from all courses and receive a pro-rated tuition refund.
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| WedNov 25 |
Non-Teaching Day — No Classes |
| Thu-FriNov 26-27 |
Thanksgiving Holiday — No Classes |
| TueDec 1 |
Discontinuance Deadline
Last day for students enrolled only in Full Semester courses to completely withdraw and receive "W" grades.
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| TueDec 1 |
Deferment Request Deadline
Last day to request a deferment for Fall Semester.
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| ThuDec 3 |
Discontinuance Deadline — Second Block
Last day for students enrolled only in Second Block courses to completely withdraw and receive "W" grades.
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| Tue-WedDec 15-16 |
Testing DaysDesignated days for final exams and assessments at the end of the semester. |
| WedDec 16 |
Semester EndsOfficial last day of instruction for Full Semester and Second Block courses. |
| ThuDec 17 |
GraduationIncludes commencement and convocation ceremonies recognizing graduates. See the official graduation page for schedules, tickets, and event details. |
| FriDec 18 |
Move-Out DayStudents must check out of BYUI Approved Housing by 6:00 p.m. |
| WedDec 23 |
Grade Submission DeadlineFull Semester and Second Block grades must be submitted by faculty by 12:00 noon MST. |
| ThuDec 24 |
Grades AvailableFull Semester and Second Block final grades are posted and accessible to students at my.byui.edu. |
Key Dates & Deadlines
First Block
Classes Begin
Monday, Sept. 14, 2026
First Block
Tuition Payment Deadline
Monday, Sept. 14, 2026
First Block
Drop Deadline
Monday, Sept. 21, 2026
First Block
Withdrawal Deadline
Monday, Oct. 12, 2026
First Block
Last Day of Classes
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
First Block Dates & Deadlines
Financial Deadline
Academic Deadline
| WedSept 9 |
Move-In DayBYUI Approved Housing open for new and returning students ahead of the semester. |
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| Thu-FriSept 10-11 |
New Student OrientationOrientation sessions to help new students get acquainted with campus resources, policies, and expectations. |
| MonSept 14 |
Classes BeginFirst day of instruction for Full Semester and First Block courses. |
| MonSept 14 |
Payment Deadline
Tuition, fees, and health plan are due.
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| SunSept 20 |
Waitlist Deadline
Last day to add your name to a Full Semester or First Block waitlist.
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| MonSept 21 |
Tuition Payment Deadline — 5% Late Fee Begins
Tuition must be paid by 11:59 p.m. MDT. A 5% late fee applies to any outstanding balance after this time.
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| MonSept 21 |
Registration Deadline
Last day to add Full Semester or First Block courses.
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| MonSept 21 |
Drop Deadline — Full Tuition Refund
Last day to drop individual courses and receive a full tuition refund.
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| MonSept 21 |
Health Plan Deadline
Deadline for new students to enroll dependents and for all students to waive the Student Health Plan.
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| TueSept 22 |
Book Return Deadline
Return books with receipt to the University Store for a full credit refund.
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| TueOct 6 |
Drop Deadline
Last day to drop Full Semester or First Block courses without a "W" appearing on your transcript.
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| TueOct 6 |
Audit Enrollment Change Deadline
Last day to change enrollment from credit to audit, or audit to credit.
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| TueOct 6 |
Financial Aid Determination Date
Enrollment as of this date is used to determine financial aid eligibility for the term. Learn more about the Financial Aid Determination Date policy.
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| FriOct 9 |
Tuition Refund Deadline — First Block
Last day for students enrolled only in First Block courses to completely withdraw from all courses and receive a pro-rated tuition refund.
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| MonOct 12 |
Withdrawal Deadline — First Block
Last day to withdraw from individual First Block courses and receive a "W" grade.
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| TueOct 20 |
Discontinuance Deadline — First Block
Last day for students enrolled only in First Block courses to completely withdraw and receive "W" grades.
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| TueOct 27 |
Last Day of Classes — First BlockOfficial last day of instruction for First Block courses. |
| TueOct 27 |
Move-Out Day — First BlockStudents finishing after First Block must check out of BYUI Approved Housing by 6:00 p.m. |
| WedNov 4 |
Grade Submission Deadline — First BlockFirst Block grades must be submitted by faculty by 12:00 noon MST. |
| ThuNov 5 |
Grades Available — First BlockFirst Block final grades are posted and accessible to students at my.byui.edu. |
Key Dates & Deadlines
Second Block
Classes Begin
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
Second Block
Tuition Payment Deadline
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
Second Block
Drop Deadline
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
Second Block
Withdrawal Deadline
Monday, Nov. 23, 2026
Second Block
Semester Ends
Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2026
Second Block Dates & Deadlines
Financial Deadline
Academic Deadline
| TueOct 27 |
Move-In Day — Second BlockBYUI Approved Housing open for students beginning Second Block courses. |
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| WedOct 28 |
Classes Begin — Second BlockFirst day of instruction for Second Block courses. |
| WedOct 28 |
Payment Deadline — Second Block
Tuition, fees, and health plan are due.
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| TueNov 3 |
Waitlist Deadline — Second Block
Last day to add your name to the Second Block waitlist.
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| WedNov 4 |
Tuition Payment Deadline — 5% Late Fee Begins — Second Block
Tuition must be paid by 11:59 p.m. MST. A 5% late fee applies to any outstanding balance after this time.
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| WedNov 4 |
Registration Deadline — Second Block
Last day to add Second Block courses.
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| WedNov 4 |
Drop Deadline — Full Tuition Refund — Second Block
Last day to drop individual courses and receive a full tuition refund.
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| WedNov 4 |
Health Plan Deadline — Second Block
Deadline for new students to enroll dependents and for all students to waive the Student Health Plan.
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| WedNov 4 |
Book Return Deadline — Second Block
Return books with receipt to the University Store for a full credit refund.
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| WedNov 4 |
Winter 2027 Housing Contract Cancellation DeadlineLast day to cancel a BYUI Approved Housing contract for Winter 2027. |
| ThuNov 12 |
Drop Deadline — Second Block
Last day to drop Second Block courses without a "W" appearing on your transcript.
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| ThuNov 12 |
Audit Enrollment Change Deadline — Second Block
Last day to change enrollment from credit to audit, or audit to credit.
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| ThuNov 12 |
Financial Aid Determination Date — Second Block
Enrollment as of this date is used to determine financial aid eligibility for the term. Learn more about the Financial Aid Determination Date policy.
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| MonNov 16 |
Graduation Application Deadline
Students must submit their graduation application by this date for their name to be printed in the official December 2026 commencement program.
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| MonNov 23 |
Withdrawal Deadline — Second Block
Last day to withdraw from individual Second Block courses and receive a "W" grade.
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| MonNov 23 |
Tuition Refund Deadline — Second Block
Last day for students enrolled only in Second Block courses to completely withdraw from all courses and receive a pro-rated tuition refund.
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| WedNov 25 |
Non-Teaching Day — No Classes |
| Thu-FriNov 26-27 |
Thanksgiving Holiday — No Classes |
| ThuDec 3 |
Discontinuance Deadline — Second Block
Last day for students enrolled only in Second Block courses to completely withdraw and receive "W" grades.
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| Tue-WedDec 15-16 |
Testing DaysDesignated days for final exams and assessments at the end of the semester. |
| WedDec 16 |
Semester EndsOfficial last day of instruction for Full Semester and Second Block courses. |
| ThuDec 17 |
GraduationIncludes commencement and convocation ceremonies recognizing graduates. See the official graduation page for schedules, tickets, and event details. |
| FriDec 18 |
Move-Out DayStudents must check out of BYUI Approved Housing by 6:00 p.m. |
| WedDec 23 |
Grade Submission DeadlineFull Semester and Second Block grades must be submitted by faculty by 12:00 noon MST. |
| ThuDec 24 |
Grades AvailableFull Semester and Second Block final grades are posted and accessible to students at my.byui.edu. |