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

 

1st 4-Week Session:
May
23 Thursday 1st Session 4-week Graduate Classes Begin
29 Wednesday Last Day to Add a Course
29 Wednesday Last Day to Drop a Course
30 Thursday Purge Date
June
11 Tuesday Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”
13 Thursday Last Day to Withdraw from the University
19 Wednesday 1st Session 4-week Classes End

 

 
8-Week Session:
May
30 Thursday 8-week Graduate Classes Begin
June
6 Thursday Last Day to Add a Course
13 Thursday Last Day to Drop a Course
13 Thursday Purge Date (8-week classes)
22 Saturday GACE (Test Date)
July
4 Thursday Holiday
5 Friday Last Defense Date
5 Friday Last Day to submit Graduation Clearance Application
12 Friday Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”
18 Thursday Last Day to Withdraw from the University
25 Thursday 8-week Classes End

 

2nd 4-Week Session:
June
24 Monday 2nd Session 4-week Graduate Classes Begin
28 Friday Last Day to Add a Course
28 Friday Last Day to Drop a Course
July
1 Monday Purge Date
12 Friday Last Day to Drop a Course with a “W”
18 Thursday Last Day to Withdraw from the University
25 Thursday 2nd Session 4-week Classes End
 
 
* 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