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Division of Graduate Studies

Important Dates

At Jackson State University, it is important to stay informed and be aware of important dates and deadlines related to your academic program, financial aid, and other university-related matters.

Some important dates to keep in mind include:

  • Application deadlines: the deadline for submitting your application for admission to the university, varies by program and level of study.
  • Financial aid deadlines: the deadline for submitting your financial aid application, varies by program and level of study.
  • Registration deadlines: the deadline for registering for classes for a given semester or term.
  • Payment deadlines: the deadline for paying tuition and fees for a given semester or term.
  • Withdrawal deadlines: the deadline for withdrawing from a class or the university without penalty.
  • Graduation application deadlines: the deadline for submitting your graduation application, varies by program and level of study.
  • Commencement dates: the date of the graduation ceremony, varies by program and level of study.

It is important to keep in mind that these dates and deadlines may vary depending on your program or level of study, and that they are subject to change. We encourage you to regularly check the university’s calendar and website for the most up-to-date information.

In addition, to stay informed and be aware of important dates and deadlines, please also refer to your program’s handbook, academic calendar or contact the appropriate office.

Important Dates

IMPORTANT DATES SPRING 2024
All dates and deadlines will end at 5:00 pm unless otherwise stated. Dates are subject to change

January

16

Tuesday

Classes Begin

16

Tuesday

Late Registration Begin

16

Tuesday

Last Day for Course Cancellations/Adjustments (Low Enrollment Courses)

19

Friday

Last Day to Register/Add a Course/Schedule Change

29

Monday

Last Day to Drop a Course (With No Grade)

30

Tuesday

Class Schedule Purge for Non-payment of Tuition and Fees

30

Tuesday

Class Schedule Purge for Enrollment Census (Attendance)

February

6

Tuesday

Deadline to Petition for Course Reinstatement (Census and Financial)

March

3

Sunday

Last Final Defense Date

4

Monday

Last Day to submit Graduation Clearance Application

23

Saturday

Graduate Area Comprehensive Exam (GACE Test Date)

April

2

Tuesday

Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W” Grade

19

Friday

Last Day to Withdraw from the University

19

Friday

ProQuest Upload Deadline (Dissertation/Thesis)

26

Friday

Last Proposal Defense Date

29

Monday

Final Exams Begin

May

2

Thursday

Doctoral Hooding Ceremony

3

Friday

Final Exams End

3

Friday

Graduate Commencement

* Enrollment Management includes Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment, Office of the Registrar and Records,  Financial Aid Office, C2C, and the Bursar Office.
 
Dates, times, and/or fees are subject to change
 
For a more comprehensive calendar:
Graduate Academic Calendar 2023-2024

 

Division of Graduate Studies

Location

Division of Graduate Studies
1400 John R. Lynch Street
Jackson, MS 39217-0280

Division of Graduate Studies
Jackson State University
P.O. Box 17095
Jackson, MS  39217

Phone: 601.979.2455