University Academic Calendar: Northwestern Events Calendar

Upcoming Events for University Academic Calendar

Welcome to the Northwestern University Academic Calendar, a listing of administrative milestones and deadlines for Northwestern's undergraduate students. This calendar is maintained by the Office of the Registrar.

Contact: Office of the Registrar, (847) 491-5234, nu-registrar@northwestern.edu

Web Site: https://www.registrar.northwestern.edu/calendars/

Friday, January 30, 2026

ALL DAY Application for degree due to The Graduate School to receive a degree in Winter
Academic - No Location
ALL DAY Last day to withdraw from a five-week course ending in week 5 of the Winter…
Academic - No Location

Friday, February 6, 2026

ALL DAY Application for degree due to The Graduate School to receive a degree in Spring
Academic - No Location

Monday, February 9, 2026

ALL DAY Spring quarter courses viewable in CAESAR for the following: Communication,…
Academic - No Location

Friday, February 13, 2026

ALL DAY Last day to drop a FULL-TERM class for Winter in CAESAR. Any requests after…
Academic - No Location

Saturday, February 14, 2026

ALL DAY Last day for full term withdrawals to receive 50% refund, Schedule A programs…
Academic - No Location

Monday, February 16, 2026

ALL DAY Pre-registration for Spring quarter begins
Academic - No Location

Monday, February 23, 2026

ALL DAY Registration for Spring Quarter begins
Academic - No Location

Friday, February 27, 2026

ALL DAY Dissertation, PhD Final Exam, and change of grade forms due to TGS for Winter…
Academic - No Location
ALL DAY Last day to change grading status PN
Academic - No Location
ALL DAY Last day to drop a five-week course ending in week 10 of the Winter term (5W2)
Academic - No Location

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