Summer 2026

University calendars are accurate at the time of publication/posting, but subject to change. Some school and/or departmental calendars may differ from the university's academic calendar. Please check with the specific program of study to ensure the appropriate calendar is followed.

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May 2026

M-F	18 - Jun 5	3-week session (add/drop & withdraw deadlines)
M-R	18 - Jun 18	5-week session (add/drop & withdraw deadlines)
M-R	18 - Jul 9	8-week session, classes beginning 3 p.m. or later (add/drop & withdraw deadlines)
M	25	University closed

June 2026

M-W	8 - Jul 8	4 1/2-week session (add/drop & withdraw deadlines)
M-R	8 - Jul 16	6-week session (add/drop & withdraw deadlines)
M-R	8 - Jul 30	8-week session, classes beginning 3 p.m. or later (add/drop & withdraw deadlines)
F	19	University closed [This is a new entry]
M-R	22 - Jul 23	5-week session (add/drop & withdraw deadlines)
F	26	Last day for degree candidates to submit graduation applications for August degrees

July 2026

F	3	University closed
R-F	9 - Aug 7	4 1/2-week session (add/drop & withdraw deadlines)
M-F	20 - Aug 7	3-week session (add/drop & withdraw deadlines)
F	24	Last day to defend thesis/dissertation for graduate students planning to graduate Summer 2026. Check with the graduate program director regarding internal schedules for submission of copy and school/college dean approval.

August 2026

F	7	Final deadline to submit all materials for thesis/dissertation to the Graduate School, including the ETD form, upload of thesis/dissertation to VCU Scholars Compass, and Survey of Earned Doctorates (for Ph.D. students only).
F	7	Summer sessions end
T	11	Final grades are due by noon using Faculty eServices
Sa	15	Official date for certifying August diplomas