MABS Academic Calendar
Stay on top of important dates and deadlines throughout the academic year with our interactive calendar. From term start and end dates to registration deadlines and holidays, this calendar is your guide to staying informed and organized. Whether planning your coursework or scheduling around breaks, you’ll find everything you need to navigate your academic journey easily. Explore the calendar below to ensure you never miss a key moment in your path to success!
Academic Year 2025-2026 (On-Campus)
Spring Semester
January 5 – May 15, 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| First day of the Spring Semester | 1/5/26 (Mon) |
| Census date for all classes | 1/12 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 1/13 (Tue) |
| Appalachian Outreach | TBD |
| Last day to withdraw from a class | 3/24 (Tue) |
| Easter Break (no classes) | 4/3 – 4/6 (Fri-Sun) |
| Graduate Commencement | 5/1 (Sat) |
| Last day of the Spring Semester | 5/15 (Fri) |
| “C” or below grades are due | 5/15 (Fri) |
| Final grades due | 5/20 (Wed) |
Academic Year 2026-2027 (On-Campus)
Fall Semester
July 20 – November 24, 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| First day of the Fall Semester | 7/20/26 (Wed) |
| Orientation Day | 7/20 (Wed) |
| Census date for all classes | 8/3 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 8/5 (Wed) |
| Labor Day (No classes) | 9/7 (Mon) |
| Last day to withdraw from a class | 10/2 (Fri) |
| Last day of the Fall Semester | 11/24 (Tue) |
| Final grades due | 12/4 (Fri) |
Spring Semester
January 4 – May 14, 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| First day of the Spring Semester | 1/4/27 (Mon) |
| Census date for all classes | 1/11 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 1/12 (Tue) |
| Appalachian Outreach | TBD |
| Last day to withdraw from a class | 3/23 (Tue) |
| Easter Break (no classes) | 3/26 – 3/29 (Fri-Mon) |
| Last day of the Spring Semester | 5/14 (Fri) |
| “C” or below grades are due | 5/14 (Fri) |
| Commencement | 5/15 (Sat) |
| Final grades due | 5/19 (Wed) |
At Bluefield University, the MABS program is offered year-round with Fall and Spring semesters, each divided into three 8-week terms.
This structure allows online students to complete their studies flexibly while maintaining steady progress throughout the year. Some courses may extend across multiple terms; please refer to the University Catalog or consult your advisor for specific course details.
Academic Year 2025-2026 (Online)
Spring Term 1
January 5 – February 20, 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of term 1 | 1/5/26 (Mon) |
| Orientation day | 1/5 (Mon) |
| Census date | 1/12 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 1/13 (Tue) |
| Last day to drop with a “W” | 2/6 (Fri) |
| Last day of term 1 | 2/20 (Fri) |
| Grades for term 1 due | 2/27 (Fri) |
Spring Term 2
February 23 – April 17, 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of term 2 | 2/23 (Mon) |
| Census date | 3/2 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 3/3 (Tue) |
| Last day to drop with a “W” | 3/20 (Fri) |
| Last day of term 2 | 4/17 (Fri) |
| Grades for term 2 due | 4/24 (Fri) |
Spring Term 3
April 20 – June 12, 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of term 3 | 4/20 (Mon) |
| Census date | 4/27 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 4/28 (Tue) |
| Graduate Commencement | 5/1 (Sat) |
| Last day to drop with a “W” | 5/15 (Fri) |
| Last day of term 3 | 6/12 (Fri) |
| Grades for term 3 due | 6/19 (Fri) |
At Bluefield University, the MABS program is offered year-round with Fall and Spring semesters, each divided into three 8-week terms.
This structure allows online students to complete their studies with flexibility while maintaining steady progress throughout the year. Some courses may extend across multiple terms; please refer to the University Catalog or consult your advisor for specific course details.
At Bluefield University, the MABS program is offered year-round with Fall and Spring semesters, each divided into three 8-week terms.
This structure allows online students to complete their studies flexibly while maintaining steady progress throughout the year. Some courses may extend across multiple terms; please refer to the University Catalog or consult your advisor for specific course details.
Academic Year 2026-2027 (Online)
Fall Term 1
July 6 – August 28, 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of term 1 | 7/6/26 (Mon) |
| Orientation day | 7/6 (Mon) |
| Census date | 7/13 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 7/14 (Tue) |
| Last day to drop with a “W” | 8/7 (Fri) |
| Last day of term 1 | 8/28 (Fri) |
| Grades for term 1 due | 9/4 (Fri) |
Fall Term 2
August 31 – October 23, 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of term 2 | 8/31/26 (Mon) |
| Census date | 9/8 (Tue) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 9/9 (Wed) |
| Last day to drop with a “W” | 10/2 (Fri) |
| Last day of term 2 | 10/23 (Fri) |
| Grades for term 2 due | 10/30 (Fri) |
Fall Term 3
October 26 – December 23, 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of term 3 | 10/26 (Mon) |
| Census date | 11/2 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 11/1 (Sun) |
| Last day to drop with a “W” | 11/30 (Mon) |
| Last day of term 3 | 12/23 (Wed) |
| Grades for term 3 due | 12/28 (Mon) |
Spring Term 1
January 4 – February 19, 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of term 1 | 1/4/27 (Mon) |
| Orientation day | 1/4 (Mon) |
| Census date | 1/11 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 1/12 (Tue) |
| Last day to drop with a “W” | 2/5 (Fri) |
| Last day of term 1 | 2/19 (Fri) |
| Grades for term 1 due | 2/26 (Fri) |
Spring Term 2
February 22 – April 16, 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of term 2 | 2/22/27 (Mon) |
| Census date | 3/1 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 3/2 (Tue) |
| Last day to drop with a “W” | 3/19 (Fri) |
| Last day of term 2 | 4/16 (Fri) |
| Grades for term 2 due | 4/24 (Fri) |
Spring Term 3
April 19 – June 11, 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of term 3 | 4/19 (Mon) |
| Census date | 4/26 (Mon) |
| Students not financially cleared dropped | 4/27 (Tue) |
| Last day to drop with a “W” | 5/14 (Fri) |
| Commencement | 5/15 (Sat) |
| Last day of term 3 | 6/11 (Fri) |
| Grades for term 3 due | 6/18 (Fri) |