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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 Summer 2025

 

 

May
29 Thursday 8-Week Classes Begin
29 Thursday Graduation Clearance Begins
June
16 Monday Enrollment Census Drop (Attendance Purge)
16 Monday Class Schedules Purged for Non-payment of Tuition and Fees
21 Saturday Graduate Area Comprehensive Exam (GACE) Test Date
July
7 Monday Last Defense Date for Dissertations, Theses, and Projects (Summer)
7 Monday Last Day to submit Graduation Clearance Application
24 Thursday Graduate 8-week Summer Session Ends
28 Monday Summer Grades Due

 

 

IMPORTANT DATES Fall 2025

 

 

August
18 Monday Classes Begin
22 Friday Last Day to Register/Add a Course/Schedule Change
25 Monday Graduation Clearance Begins
29 Friday Last Day to Drop a Course with No Grade
September
3 Wednesday Class Schedule Purged for Non-payment of Tuition and Fees
22 Monday Last Defense Date for Dissertations, Theses, and Projects (Fall)
October
3 Friday ProQuest Upload Deadline for December 2025 Graduation
3 Friday Last Day to submit Graduation Clearance Application
24 Friday Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”
November
1 Saturday Graduate Area Comprehensive Exam (GACE) Test Date
21 Friday Last Day to Withdraw from the University
December
5 Friday Commencement

 

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