Important Dates

These calendars are subject to change at any time prior to or during an academic term due to emergencies or causes beyond the reasonable control of the institution, including severe weather, loss of utility services or orders by federal or state agencies.

Academic Calendar
Academic Calendar
Part of Term in Class Schedule
Classes Begin
Classes End
Last Day to Apply 
Final Exams
 Term 1 (10 weeks)  May 27  August 4  May 22 Final exams are given on the last class day during regular class meeting times.
 1st Term (5 weeks)  May 27  June 30  May 22
 2nd Term (5 weeks)  July 1  August 4  June 26


Any terms offered within the Summer Semester will be within the dates of May 11 and August 5.  Dates for all parts of term are posted online at https://www.columbiastate.edu/refunds-drops-withdrawals. Students enrolling in TN eCampus online classes must adhere to the TN eCampus Academic Calendar posted online at https://tnecampus.org/academic-calendar. All supporting documents for an applicant must be submitted within three working days of the last day to apply. Final grades for the Summer 2026 semester will be available in myChargerNet on August 11.

Registration Calendar
Tuition and Fees Calendar
Financial Aid Calendar
Class Holidays and Campus Closings