Academics
Last Day to Add or Drop Any Class with No Record – Matriculated Undergraduate and Non-degree Students
The last day to add or drop any class with no record for matriculated undergraduate and non-degree students is Wednesday, Feb. 4.
Final examinations begin
Final examinations begin on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025.
Monday Class Schedule Will Be Followed
A Monday class schedule will be followed on Feb. 19.
Monday class schedule will be followed
For a complete list of important academic dates, please see the UMass Amherst Academic Calendar.
Final grades due by Midnight
Final grades are due by midnight on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025.
Last Day to Drop with "DR" - Graduate
The last day to drop with "DR" for graduate students is April 2.
Reading Day
For a complete list of important academic dates, please see the UMass Amherst Academic Calendar.
What's Next After Candidacy?
Join Eileen to learn about setting up your thesis committee, proposing your thesis, and eventually defending it! We will review all requirements for the PhD.
Holiday - Patriot's Day
The campus will be closed on April 20 for Patriot's Day.
Commencement Weekend Begins
Commencement Weekend Begins
Test Anxiety: Management Techniques and Coping Skills
This workshop will help you to identify and manage test anxiety when it arises so you're better equipped in a test-taking environment.
Reading Day
A reading day will be held on May 9.