Academics
MS Orientation - Fall 2024
Orientation for MS students.
Classes resume
Classes resume Monday, Dec. 1, 2025.
Last day of final examinations, semester ends - Fall 2024
For a complete list of important academic dates, please see the UMass Amherst Academic Calendar.
Accelerated MS and Scholarship Programs
Learn about our scholarship programs to assist with graduate school costs.
Final examinations begin
Final examinations begin on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025.
Holiday – Christmas Day
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 "W" or “DR” and select 'P/F'
For a complete list of important academic dates, please see the UMass Amherst Academic Calendar.
Synthesis Proposal & Portfolio Webinar
Learn about the synthesis proposal process, requirements to submit the portfolio, and how portfolios are reviewed!
First day of classes - Spring 2025
For a complete list of important academic dates, please see the UMass Amherst Academic Calendar.
Summer 2025 CPT Information Session
Interested in requesting CPT for Summer 2025? Join us for an in-depth presentation on every step of the process!
Holiday - Presidents’ Day
For a complete list of important academic dates, please see the UMass Amherst Academic Calendar.