Below you will find a list of critical deadlines and important events that new graduate students at Stevens Institute of Technology need to be aware of. Be sure that you are familiar with these dates to stay organized and ensure a smooth and successful transition into your graduate studies.
Access the Stevens Academic Calendar for a comprehensive overview of important dates, including semester start and end dates, holidays, and deadlines for registration, add/drop periods, and exams. Additionally, you can take a look at the Charge Adjustment Schedule by clicking here.
Fall 2026 Semester
August
August 24: Ph.D. Student Orientation
August 27: Master's Student Orientation
September
September 1: First day of Fall 2026 semester classes
September 15: Last day to add or drop Fall 2026 semester classes
September 15: Deadline to submit official admissions documents (E.g., Transcripts, test scores, etc.)
October
To be determined: Spring 2027 registration begins for current graduate students
November
To be determined: Spring 2027 registration begins for incoming graduate students
December
December 7: Last day to withdraw from Fall 2026 semester courses
December 22: Last day of Fall 2026 semester
Spring 2026 Semester
January
January 8 - 16: New Graduate Student Check-In
January 14: Master's Student Orientation
January 14: Ph.D. Student Orientation
January 20: First day of 2026 Spring semester classes
*New students can also visit the Graduate Admissions office on the 11th Floor of the Howe Center Monday through Friday between 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
February
February 2: Last day to add or drop Spring 2026 semester classes
February 2: Deadline to submit official admissions documents (E.g., Transcripts, test scores, etc.)
March
March 25: Fall 2026 registration begins for current graduate students
April
April 29: Last Day to withdraw from Spring 2026 semester courses
May
May 1: Fall 2026 registration begins for incoming graduate students
May 18: Last Day of Spring 2026 spring semester