Get ready to plan your future academic year with the release of the MTSU Academic Calendar for 2024-2025! This comprehensive schedule outlines important dates and deadlines for students, faculty, and staff alike. Whether you’re an incoming freshman or a seasoned graduate student, this calendar will serve as your essential guide throughout the academic year. So, mark your calendars and get ready to make the most of your time at Middle Tennessee State University.
The fall semester of 2024 kicks off on August 19th with new student orientation. Classes commence on August 26th and continue through December 6th. The semester will feature a fall break from October 14th to 16th, giving students a well-deserved respite from their studies. Thanksgiving break will take place from November 25th to 27th, allowing students to travel home and celebrate the holiday with family and friends. Final exams will be held from December 10th to 16th, marking the conclusion of the fall semester.
The spring semester of 2025 begins on January 13th with classes starting on January 15th. Students will enjoy a spring break from March 10th to 14th, providing an opportunity to relax and recharge before the final push of the semester. Classes will continue through May 2nd, and final exams will be held from May 5th to 9th. The academic year will officially conclude with commencement ceremonies on May 11th, celebrating the achievements of our graduating students.
Fall 2024 Semester (New and Transfer Students)
Important Dates
Orientation: August 12-16, 2024
Classes Begin: August 26, 2024
Last Day to Add a Class: September 2, 2024
Last Day to Drop a Class Without a “W”: September 9, 2024
Midterm: October 14-18, 2024
Thanksgiving Break: November 25-29, 2024
Final Exams: December 9-13, 2024
Academic Advising
New students must attend orientation and meet with their academic advisor before registering for classes. Transfer students should contact the Office of Transfer Services for advising.
Course Registration
Course registration for new and transfer students will take place in June 2024. Students will be able to register for classes online through the MTSU Student Information System (SIS).
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 15, 2024 | Registration opens for new students |
| June 22, 2024 | Registration opens for transfer students |
| July 15, 2024 | Registration closes |
Spring 2025 Semester (Continuing Students)
The Spring 2025 semester for continuing students at MTSU will begin on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, and end on Saturday, May 3, 2025. The semester will include a total of 16 weeks of instruction, with a spring break from Sunday, March 9, 2025, to Sunday, March 16, 2025.
Key Dates
Spring 2025 (Continuing Students)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Classes Begin | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 |
| Spring Break | Sunday, March 9, 2025 – Sunday, March 16, 2025 |
| Last Day of Classes | Friday, May 2, 2025 |
| Final Exams | Monday, May 5, 2025 – Saturday, May 10, 2025 |
Important Reminders
Please note that these dates are subject to change. Students are encouraged to check the official MTSU academic calendar for the most up-to-date information. It is also important for students to register for classes early to ensure that they get the courses they need.
Summer 2025 (Semester I and II)
Summer 2025 at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) will be divided into two semesters, with Semester I commencing on May 12th, 2025, and ending on June 27th, 2025, spanning seven weeks. Semester II, on the other hand, will commence on June 30th, 2025, and conclude on August 8th, 2025, lasting six weeks.
Summer Semester I Dates
The 2025 Summer Semester I schedule at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is as follows:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 12th, 2025 | First day of classes |
| June 27th, 2025 | Last day of classes |
Summer Semester II Dates
The 2025 Summer Semester II schedule at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is as follows:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 30th, 2025 | First day of classes |
| August 8th, 2025 | Last day of classes |
Fall 2025 Semester (Continuing Students)
The Fall 2025 semester for continuing students at MTSU begins on Monday, August 18, 2025 and ends on Friday, December 12, 2025. The semester includes a total of 16 weeks of instruction, with a two-week break for Thanksgiving. Classes begin on the first day of the semester and end on the last day of the semester, with the exception of the following holidays:
- Labor Day: Monday, September 1, 2025
- Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 26 – Friday, November 28, 2025
The final exam schedule for the Fall 2025 semester is as follows:
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, December 8, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM | TBA |
| Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | TBA |
| Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | TBA |
| Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM | TBA |
Continuing students who have any questions about the Fall 2025 semester should contact the Office of the Registrar at (615) 898-2800.
Spring 2026 Semester (Continuing Students)
Continuing students who wish to enroll in the Spring 2026 semester must adhere to the following academic calendar:
Registration Dates
Continuing students can register for classes on the following dates:
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| October 31, 2025 | 8:00 AM |
| November 4, 2025 | 11:59 PM |
Add/Drop Period
The add/drop period for the Spring 2026 semester begins on January 19, 2026, and ends on January 25, 2026. During this period, students can add or drop classes without penalty.
Withdrawal Deadline
The withdrawal deadline for the Spring 2026 semester is March 10, 2026. After this date, students who withdraw from a class will receive a grade of “W” on their transcript.
Final Exam Schedule
Final exams for the Spring 2026 semester will be held from May 2, 2026, to May 7, 2026. The final exam schedule will be published on the university website in February 2026.
Commencement
The Spring 2026 commencement ceremony will be held on May 15, 2026. All graduating students are required to attend the ceremony.
Important Academic Dates
Fall 2024
August 14: New student orientation
August 19: Fall semester classes begin
October 14-15: Fall break
November 21: Thanksgiving break begins
December 5: Fall semester classes end
December 8-12: Final exams
Spring 2025
January 13: Spring semester classes begin
March 10-14: Spring break
April 17-18: Easter break
May 2: Spring semester classes end
May 5-9: Final exams
Summer 2025
May 12: Summer session I begins
June 16: Summer session I ends
June 19: Summer session II begins
July 25: Summer session II ends
Important Holidays and Dates
The following holidays and dates will be observed by the university and will not have classes:
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| September 1: | Labor Day |
| November 11: | Veterans Day |
| November 27-28: | Thanksgiving Break |
| December 24-25: | Christmas Break |
| January: | New Year’s Day |
| January 19: | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| March 10-14: | Spring Break |
| April 17-18: | Easter Break |
| May 26: | Memorial Day |
| July: | Independence Day |
Deadlines and Registration Information
Registration Dates
Registration for the 2024-2025 academic year typically opens in March 2024. Specific registration dates will be announced closer to that time.
Deadlines
Important deadlines for the 2024-2025 academic year include:
- Priority Registration Deadline: June 1, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: August 25, 2024
- Drop/Add Deadline: September 5, 2024
Registration Steps
To register for classes, follow these steps:
- Log into your MyMTSU account.
- Select “Registration” from the menu.
- Choose the appropriate term.
- Search for and select the courses you want to take.
- Add the courses to your cart.
- Review your cart and submit your registration.
- Pay your tuition and fees.
Additional Information
Students who have questions about registration or deadlines can contact the Office of Academic Advising at (615) 898-2200 or advising@mtsu.edu.
Graduate School Calendar
The Graduate School at MTSU operates on a semester schedule, with fall and spring semesters each lasting approximately 15 weeks. Graduate courses are also offered during the summer term, which consists of two sessions, each lasting approximately six weeks.
Fall Semester 2024
Classes begin: August 25, 2024
Classes end: December 12, 2024
Final exams: December 15-19, 2024
Spring Semester 2025
Classes begin: January 13, 2025
Classes end: May 8, 2025
Final exams: May 12-16, 2025
Summer Term 2025
Session I
Classes begin: May 19, 2025
Classes end: June 26, 2025
Final exams: June 29-July 1, 2025
Session II
Classes begin: July 7, 2025
Classes end: August 8, 2025
Final exams: August 11-13, 2025
Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 25, 2024 | Fall semester classes begin |
| January 13, 2025 | Spring semester classes begin |
| May 19, 2025 | Summer term Session I classes begin |
| July 7, 2025 | Summer term Session II classes begin |
| December 15-19, 2024 | Fall semester final exams |
| May 12-16, 2025 | Spring semester final exams |
| June 29-July 1, 2025 | Summer term Session I final exams |
| August 11-13, 2025 | Summer term Session II final exams |
Holidays and Closures
Fall Semester 2024
- Labor Day: Monday, September 2, 2024
- Fall Break: Monday, October 21 – Friday, October 25, 2024
- Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 27 – Friday, November 29, 2024
- Winter Break: Tuesday, December 17, 2024 – Saturday, January 4, 2025
Spring Semester 2025
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, January 20, 2025
- Spring Break: Monday, March 10 – Friday, March 14, 2025
Summer Term 2025
- Memorial Day: Monday, May 26, 2025
- Independence Day: Friday, July 4, 2025
Other Closures
- August 23-25, 2024: Move-In Weekend
- December 12-13, 2024: Final Exams
- May 4-7, 2025: Final Exams
- May 9-11, 2025: Commencement
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 23-25, 2024 | Move-In Weekend |
| September 2, 2024 | Labor Day (University Closed) |
| October 21-25, 2024 | Fall Break (No Classes) |
| November 27-29, 2024 | Thanksgiving Break (No Classes) |
| December 12-13, 2024 | Final Exams |
| December 17, 2024 – January 4, 2025 | Winter Break (No Classes) |
| January 20, 2025 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day (University Closed) |
| March 10-14, 2025 | Spring Break (No Classes) |
| May 4-7, 2025 | Final Exams |
| May 9-11, 2025 | Commencement |
| May 26, 2025 | Memorial Day (University Closed) |
| July 4, 2025 | Independence Day (University Closed) |
Contact Information for Academic Advising
The Academic Advising Center (AAC) at MTSU provides academic advising and support services to all undergraduate students. The AAC is located in the Student Success Center (SSC) on the first floor of the James Union Building (JUB).
Contact Information
- Phone: (615) 898-2728
- Fax: (615) 898-5852
- Email: advising@mtsu.edu
- Website: https://www.mtsu.edu/advising/
Walk-In Hours
The AAC offers walk-in hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. During walk-in hours, students can meet with an advisor without an appointment.
Appointments
Students can also schedule an appointment to meet with an advisor. Appointments can be scheduled online or by phone.
Online Advising
The AAC also offers online advising services. Students can submit questions to an advisor online and receive a response within 24 hours.
Additional Support Services
In addition to academic advising, the AAC provides a variety of other support services to students, including:
- Tutoring
- Counseling
- Career services
- Financial aid advising
- Disability services
- Veterans’ services
| Contact Information |
|---|
| Phone: (615) 898-2728 |
| Fax: (615) 898-5852 |
| Email: advising@mtsu.edu |
| Website: https://www.mtsu.edu/advising/ |
MTSU Academic Calendar 2024-2025
The Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) Academic Calendar 2024-2025 provides important dates and deadlines for the upcoming academic year. This calendar is designed to assist students, faculty, and staff in planning their academic and administrative activities. Key dates included in the calendar are the start and end dates of each semester, breaks and holidays, registration deadlines, and final exam schedules.
The academic year at MTSU is divided into two semesters, fall and spring, with an optional summer session. The fall semester typically begins in late August and ends in mid-December, while the spring semester starts in mid-January and concludes in early May. The summer session, if offered, typically runs from late May to early August.
The MTSU Academic Calendar 2024-2025 is subject to change. Students are advised to consult the official university website or contact the Office of the Registrar for the most up-to-date information.
People Also Ask About MTSU Academic Calendar 2024-2025
When does the fall semester 2024 start at MTSU?
The fall semester 2024 at MTSU is scheduled to begin on Monday, August 26, 2024.
When does the spring semester 2025 end at MTSU?
The spring semester 2025 at MTSU is scheduled to end on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Are there any breaks during the academic year at MTSU?
Yes, there are several breaks during the academic year at MTSU, including fall break, Thanksgiving break, winter break, and spring break. The specific dates for these breaks can be found on the MTSU Academic Calendar 2024-2025.
Where can I find more information about the MTSU Academic Calendar 2024-2025?
More information about the MTSU Academic Calendar 2024-2025 can be found on the official university website or by contacting the Office of the Registrar.
