Important Dates & Events

From Move-in Day excitement to Homecoming & Family Weekend fun, this page keeps all the key dates and must-know info in one easy spot. Mark your calendar, set those reminders, and get ready to make the most of your year — you won't want to miss a thing! 🎉

Academic Calendar

All dates are subject to change. OWU's academic calendar is the official source for important dates and deadlines during the academic year.

2026-2027 Academic Calendar

BEFORE ARRIVAL + FIRST WEEK

  • Enrollment Deposit Due – May 1, 2026
  • Housing Application & Roommate Selection Deadline - June 15, 2026
  • Financial Aid Acceptance - Before Payment Setup
  • Billing & Payment Plan Setup - July 24, 2026
  • Move-In & Orientation/Convocation - August 20, 2026 
  • Camp Oh-Wooo - August 21-23, 2026
  • Welcome Week - August 24-28, 2026

FALL SEMESTER

  • Classes Begin - August 26, 2026

  • Connection Conference (No Classes) - September 24, 2026

  • Homecoming (Family Weekend) - October 2-3, 2026

  • Freshman Spring Course Registration Opens - October 7, 2026

  • Mid-Semester Break - October 7-11, 2026

  • End of Fall Semester - December 17, 2026

  • Thanksgiving Break - November 21-29, 2026

  • Last Day of Classes - December 11, 2026

  • Final Exams - December 14-17, 2026

  • Residence Halls Close (Winter Break) - December 2026 (After exams)

SPRING SEMESTER

  • Spring Classes Begin - January 13, 2027

  • Spring Break - March 6-14, 2027

  • Housing Selection for Sophomore Year - March 16, 2027

  • Returning Freshman Fall Registration - April 12, 2027

  • Last Day of Classes - April 27, 2027

  • Final Exams - April 29-May 4, 2027

  • Residence Halls Close - May 2027 (After exams end)