Important Dates & Deadlines
Stay on track with important academic dates and deadlines at Kishwaukee College. From registration and financial aid to drop dates and graduation, this page helps you plan ahead and avoid last-minute surprises.
Academic Calendar
View Kishwaukee College’s academic calendars for upcoming years. Each calendar includes key dates for semesters, breaks, holidays, and important deadlines.
2025-2026 Academic Calendar (SU25-SP26)
Looking ahead? View the 2026–2027 Academic Calendar for future planning.
Spring Semester 2026
| Event | Date |
| Online only Registration begins | 6 am Monday, Nov. 3 |
| Waitlist Ends | Monday, Jan. 5 |
| Refunds for Course Drops - 100% through first 12% of course Withdrawal Deadlines — withdrawals do not receive a refund |
Spring 2026 Drop/Withdrawal Dates |
| Classes Begin (Day and Evening) | Monday, Jan. 12 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (College Closed) | Monday, Jan. 19 |
| Professional Development Day | Tuesday, Jan. 20 |
| Spring Break | March 9-14 |
| Second Eight-Week Classes Begin | Monday, March 16 |
| Deadline for Spring Graduation Applications | Wednesday, April 1 |
| Spring Friday (College Closed) | Friday, April 3 |
| Final Examinations | May 9-15 |
| Final Grades Due | Saturday, May 16 |
| Commencement | Saturday, May 16 |
Summer 2026
| Event | Date |
| Online only Registration begins | 6 am Monday, April 6 |
| Classes Begin (Day and Evening) | Tuesday, May 26 |
| Juneteenth (College Closed) | Thursday, June 18 |
| Independence Day (College Closed) | Thursday, July 2 |
| End of Summer Semester | Thursday, July 30 |
| Final Grades Due | Friday, July 31 |
| Fall 2026 Semester Begins | Monday, Aug. 17 |
Fall 2026
| EVENT | DATE |
| Online only Registration begins | 6 am Monday, April 6 |
| Waitlist Ends | Thursday, Aug. 6 |
| Classes Begin (Day and Evening) | Monday, Aug. 17 |
| Labor Day (College Closed) | Monday, Sept. 7 |
| Second Eight-Week Classes Begin | Monday, Oct. 12 |
| Deadline for Fall Graduation Applications | Sunday, Nov. 1 |
| Thanksgiving Holiday (College Closed) | Nov. 25-28 |
| Final Examinations | Dec. 7-11 |
| Final Grades Due | Saturday, Dec. 12 |
| Commencement | Saturday, Dec. 12 |
| Spring 2026 Semester Begins | Monday, Jan. 12 |