Know key academic dates for fall 2026
Be in the know—mark your calendars for these key academic dates for the fall semester.
| Thursday | Aug. 20 | First day of classes |
| Monday | Sept. 7 | Labor Day (university closed) |
| Thursday | Oct. 8 | Midsemester reading day (no classes/no exams) |
| Monday–Friday | Nov. 23–27 | Fall break (no classes) |
| Thursday–Friday | Nov. 26–27 | Thanksgiving holiday (university closed) |
| Friday | Dec. 4 | Last day of classes |
| Saturday–Sunday | Dec. 5–6 | Reading days (no classes/no exams) |
| Monday–Friday | Dec. 7–11 | Final exams |
Note: Colorado Law follows a different academic calendar. See the complete fall 2026 academic calendar.
Categories: Announcements & Deadlines