Last day to apply for May 2026 graduation
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.
Last day to drop a course with 100% refund
For students who want to drop individual courses, but remain registered (if you are dropping all courses, refer to withdraw from all courses deadlines). Refer to Full-time Undergraduates-Refund Schedule for Drops, Part-Time Undergraduates-Refund Schedule for Drops, or Refund Schedule for Drops for Graduate Students for additional information.
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.
First day of classes
Late registration begins on the first day of classes. All students initiating registration for the semester on or after this date will be assessed a $20 late registration fee.
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.
Mandatory waitlist check-in period
Students are required to check-in every business day to remain on the waitlist.
Feb 9, 2026 (Mon)
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.
Schedule adjustment period
Students can add and drop classes, change credit level, grading method; no appointment required.
Feb 6, 2026 (Fri)
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.
Last day to cancel registration
Last day to drop all courses (cancel) and get a 100% refund.
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.
General registration
Returning students may make changes to their schedule by adding and dropping classes. No appointment required. New students will register at their orientation.
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.
Early registration
Currently enrolled students can register for Spring 2026 on their scheduled day and time.
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.
Priority registration and graduate student registration begins
Students in these populations can begin registering for Spring 2026.
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.
Registration appointment and blocks available
Students can view the day and time that they can first register and see any registration blocks they may have. This is not an appointment with an academic advisor or Office of the University Registrar but is the earliest time that a student can log into Testudo Drop/Add to register for classes. Students should start preparing for registration by reviewing the Steps to Register.
Dates below marked with an asterisk (*) were adjusted due to a UMD inclement weather closure from January 26 to January 30, 2026. The original dates remain listed with a strikethrough for reference.