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Academic Calendar

Academic calendar dates are subject to change. Some programs may vary or deviate from the posted calendar dates. In such cases, students should consult their department chair or program director for clarification. Refer to the Course Schedule each semester for the most up-to-date calendar information.

Fall 2023 Semester

Date Activity
August 21 Classes begin
August 21 Last day to change schedule without a late fee (if class has not met)
August 27 Last day to register; last day to add/drop classes
October 23-27 Discovery Days
October 30 Deadline for submitting graduation applications
November 12 Last day to withdraw from a course
November 20-26 Fall Break & Thanksgiving Day observance
December 4-10 Last week of class – final exams
December 30 Grades available through BHU student portal

Spring 2024 Semester

Date Activity
January 8 Classes begin
January 8 Last day to change schedule without a late fee (if class has not met)
January 14 Last day to register; last day to add/drop class
January 15 Holiday – Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday
February 19 Holiday – President's Day
March 11-15 Discovery Days
March 14 International Day
March 29 Observance of Good Friday
March 31 Observance of Easter
March 31 Last day to withdraw from a course
April 1-7 Spring Break
April 22 28 Last week of class – Final Exams
April 27 Graduate Brunch
May 1 Commencement
May 30 Grades available through BHU student portal

Summer 2024 Semester

Date Activity
May 20 Classes begin
May 20 Last day to change schedule without a late fee (if class has not met)
May 26 Last day to register; last day to add/drop class
May 27 Holiday – Memorial Day
June 23 Last day to withdraw from a class
June 24-28 Discovery Days
July 4 Holiday – Independence Day
July 8-14 Last week of class – Final Exams
July 31 Grades available through BHU student portal