The Brooklyn College academic calendar for 2026 includes registration dates, class schedules, refund deadlines, recess periods, and graduation dates across Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall terms.
The Spring 2026 semester begins Monday, January 26, 2026, with classes ending Tuesday, May 26, 2026, while Fall 2026 starts Friday, August 28, 2026.
Brooklyn College, a public senior college within the City University of New York (CUNY) system located at 2900 Bedford Avenue in Midwood, Brooklyn, operates on a semester-based academic structure with accelerated session options.
The Office of the Registrar maintains the official calendar at brooklyn.edu, which serves approximately 14,000 undergraduate and graduate students across five academic schools.
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Understanding Brooklyn College’s Academic Structure
Brooklyn College operates distinct from Brooklyn Law School (a private law school at 250 Joralemon Street in Brooklyn Heights) and Brooklyn College Canada (a Toronto-based high school). The institution follows CUNY’s standardized semester system with specialized session formats designed for accelerated completion.
Semester System Components
The academic year divides into four primary periods: Winter Intersession (3-week condensed format), Spring semester (15-week standard format), Summer sessions (multiple 6-week and 8-week options), and Fall semester (15-week standard format). Each term operates independently with separate registration windows, tuition structures, and academic policies.
Brooklyn College offers 8-week accelerated sessions during Spring and Fall semesters, allowing students to complete courses in half the traditional timeframe. Spring 2026’s 8-Week Session I runs Wednesday, March 4, 2026 through Tuesday, June 16, 2026, overlapping with the main semester but following condensed meeting schedules.
Winter Intersession 2026 Calendar
Winter Intersession 2026 operates Friday, January 2, 2026 through Friday, January 23, 2026, providing a 3-week accelerated term between Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters.
| Deadline | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Last Day for ePermit Requests | Thursday, December 26, 2025 | For taking courses at other CUNY colleges |
| Last Day to Drop (100% Refund) | Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Full tuition refund processed |
| Classes Begin | Friday, January 2, 2026 | First day of instruction |
| Last Day to Drop (50% Refund) | Friday, January 2, 2026 | Same day as session start |
| Last Day to Add/Swap Courses | Friday, January 2, 2026 | Registration modifications deadline |
| WD Grade Assignment Begins | Saturday, January 3, 2026 | Withdrawal notation starts |
| Last Day to Drop (25% Refund) | Saturday, January 4, 2026 | Final partial refund opportunity |
| Census Date | Saturday, January 4, 2026 | Enrollment verification finalized |
| WN Grade Assignment | Monday, January 5, 2026 | Never attended notation begins |
| W Grade Assignment Begins | Wednesday, January 7, 2026 | Official withdrawal grade starts |
| R2T4 60% Date | Thursday, January 15, 2026 | Federal financial aid return threshold |
| Last Day to Withdraw (W Grade) | Friday, January 16, 2026 | Final withdrawal deadline |
| College Closed | Monday, January 19, 2026 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| Last Day for WN Reversals | Thursday, January 22, 2026 | Faculty deadline for grade corrections |
| Final Examinations | Friday, January 23, 2026 | Last day of session |
| Grade Rosters Open | Saturday, January 24, 2026 | Faculty grade submission begins |
| Grade Submission Deadline | Monday, January 26, 2026 | All grades due by this date |
| Official Degree Conferral | Sunday, February 1, 2026 | Degrees awarded for completers |
Winter Intersession accommodates students seeking to accelerate degree completion or fulfill prerequisites during the semester break. The compressed 3-week format requires intensive daily class meetings, typically 3-4 hours per session for 3-credit courses.
Winter Intersession Financial Aid Considerations
The Financial Aid Certification Enrollment Status Date occurs Friday, January 2, 2026, the same day classes begin. Students must be enrolled by this date for financial aid to process for Winter Intersession courses. The R2T4 (Return to Title IV) 60% threshold date of Thursday, January 15, 2026 determines federal financial aid retention—students withdrawing after this date may owe repayment of disbursed aid.
Brooklyn College Academic Calendar Spring 2026
Spring 2026 semester spans Monday, January 26, 2026 through Tuesday, May 26, 2026, encompassing 15 weeks of instruction, a week-long recess, and final examination periods.
Spring 2026 Registration and Enrollment Deadlines
| Action | Deadline | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Opens | Monday, October 27, 2025 | Priority registration by appointment |
| ePermit Request Deadline | Friday, January 16, 2026 | For cross-registration at other CUNY colleges |
| 100% Tuition Refund Deadline | Sunday, January 25, 2026 | Day before classes begin |
| Classes Begin | Monday, January 26, 2026 | First day of Spring 2026 instruction |
| Add/Swap Courses Deadline | Sunday, February 1, 2026 | Final day for schedule modifications |
| 75% Tuition Refund Deadline | Sunday, February 1, 2026 | Partial refund with drop |
| Financial Aid Certification Date | Sunday, February 1, 2026 | Enrollment status locked for aid processing |
| Verification of Enrollment Available | Monday, February 2, 2026 | Faculty can access VOE rosters |
| WD Grade Assignment Begins | Monday, February 2, 2026 | For students dropping after add/swap |
| 50% Tuition Refund Deadline | Sunday, February 8, 2026 | Mid-level partial refund |
| Pass/Fail Request Deadline | Monday, February 9, 2026 | For eligible elective courses |
| Major Declaration Deadline (Students) | Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | Last day for student-initiated declarations |
| College Closed | Thursday, February 12, 2026 | Lincoln’s Birthday observance |
| Departmental Major Approval Deadline | Friday, February 13, 2026 | For changes/deletions/declarations |
| 25% Tuition Refund Deadline | Sunday, February 15, 2026 | Final partial refund opportunity |
| Census Date | Sunday, February 15, 2026 | Official enrollment count and Form-A cutoff |
| Spring 2026 Graduation Filing Deadline | Sunday, February 15, 2026 | For June 1, 2026 degree conferral |
| College Closed | Monday, February 16, 2026 | Presidents’ Day |
| WN Grade Assignment | Monday, February 16, 2026 | Never attended notation begins |
| W Grade Assignment Begins | Monday, February 16, 2026 | Official withdrawal grade starts |
| No Classes Scheduled | Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | Campus open but instruction suspended |
| WA Grade Assignment | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | For immunization non-compliance |
| Comprehensive Exam Application Deadline | Friday, February 27, 2026 | Graduate students only |
| Summer 2026 Graduation Filing Deadline | Sunday, March 15, 2026 | For September 1, 2026 degree conferral |
| No Classes Scheduled | Friday, March 20, 2026 | Campus open but instruction suspended |
| Fall 2026 Major Declaration Opens | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Effective for Fall 2026 term |
| Spring Recess Begins | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | No classes through April 9 |
| Spring Recess Ends | Thursday, April 9, 2026 | Classes resume April 10 |
| R2T4 60% Date | Sunday, April 12, 2026 | Federal aid return threshold |
| Last Day to Withdraw (W Grade) | Monday, April 13, 2026 | Final withdrawal deadline for semester |
| Classes Follow Thursday Schedule | Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | Make-up day for lost instruction |
| Fall 2025 INC Grade Deadline (Students) | Friday, May 1, 2026 | Students submit incomplete work to faculty |
| Thesis Submission Deadline | Friday, May 1, 2026 | Graduate students final thesis due |
| Medical Release Request Deadline | Friday, May 8, 2026 | For Winter/Spring 2026 retroactive withdrawals |
| WN Reversal Deadline (Faculty) | Friday, May 15, 2026 | Faculty grade correction cutoff |
| Fall 2025 INC Grade Deadline (Faculty) | Friday, May 15, 2026 | Faculty submit replacement grades |
| NYS Residency Proof Deadline | Friday, May 15, 2026 | For Spring 2026 tuition adjustment |
| Maintenance of Matriculation Filing Deadline | Friday, May 15, 2026 | For students not enrolling Fall 2026 |
| Final Grade Rosters Open | Friday, May 16, 2026 | Faculty can begin submitting final grades |
| Final Examinations Begin | Saturday, May 16, 2026 | First examination period (Saturday-Monday) |
| Last Day of Classes | Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | Final instructional day |
| Final Examinations Continue | Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | Main examination period begins |
| College Closed | Monday, May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day |
| End of Spring 2026 Term | Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | Final examinations conclude |
| Final Grade Submission Deadline | Friday, May 29, 2026 | All faculty grades due |
| Spring 2026 Degree Conferral | Monday, June 1, 2026 | Official graduation date |
| End-of-Term Processing | Monday, June 8, 2026 | Registrar runs degree audits after 98% grade submission |
Registration for Spring 2026 opened Monday, October 27, 2025, using CUNYfirst’s appointment-based system. Students receive individualized registration time slots based on earned credits, with seniors receiving earliest access followed by juniors, sophomores, and first-year students.
Spring 2026 Tuition Refund Schedule
Brooklyn College operates a tiered refund system based on official drop dates, not class attendance:
- 100% refund: Drop by Sunday, January 25, 2026 (day before classes begin)
- 75% refund: Drop by Sunday, February 1, 2026 (last day to add/swap)
- 50% refund: Drop by Sunday, February 8, 2026 (one week after add/swap deadline)
- 25% refund: Drop by Sunday, February 15, 2026 (census date)
- 0% refund: Any drop after Sunday, February 15, 2026
Students who drop courses receive grade notations based on timing: WD (withdrawal-dropped) appears on transcripts for drops between February 2-15, 2026, while W (withdrawal) appears for withdrawals between Monday, February 16, 2026 and Monday, April 13, 2026. The W grade does not affect GPA but remains visible on academic records.
Spring Recess 2026 at Brooklyn College
Spring Recess spans Wednesday, April 1, 2026 through Thursday, April 9, 2026, with classes resuming Friday, April 10, 2026. This 9-day break differs from NYC Public Schools’ Spring Recess (April 2-10, 2026) by one day.
The college remains open during Spring Recess for administrative services, though most academic departments operate on limited schedules. Students should note that Monday, April 13, 2026—three days after recess ends—is the last day to withdraw from courses with a W grade.
Spring 2026 Final Examinations
Final examinations occur in two phases:
- Saturday, May 16, 2026 through Monday, May 18, 2026 (first examination period)
- Wednesday, May 20, 2026 through Tuesday, May 26, 2026 (main examination period)
The last regular day of classes is Tuesday, May 19, 2026, creating a one-day gap before the main examination period. The college closes Monday, May 25, 2026 for Memorial Day, so no examinations are scheduled that day.
Faculty must submit all final grades by Friday, May 29, 2026, three days after the term ends. Students can view grades through CUNYfirst approximately 48-72 hours after faculty submission.
Spring 2026 Eight-Week Accelerated Session
Brooklyn College offers an 8-week accelerated session during Spring 2026, running Wednesday, March 4, 2026 through Tuesday, June 16, 2026. This condensed format allows students to complete full-semester courses in half the standard timeframe.
| Eight-Week Session Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Classes Begin | Wednesday, March 4, 2026 |
| Last Day to Add/Drop | Wednesday, March 11, 2026 |
| Withdrawal Deadline | Wednesday, April 23, 2026 |
| Classes End | Tuesday, June 16, 2026 |
The 8-week session follows an intensive meeting schedule, with classes typically meeting twice as frequently as traditional semester courses. A 3-credit course meets approximately 6 hours per week instead of the standard 3 hours, requiring concentrated study and accelerated assignment completion.
Students enrolled in 8-week sessions remain subject to the same academic policies as main semester students, including the Spring 2026 census date (Sunday, February 15, 2026) for financial aid purposes, despite 8-week classes not beginning until March.
Summer 2026 Session Calendar
Summer 2026 operates from Wednesday, May 28, 2026, through Wednesday, August 19, 2026, with multiple session formats. While Brooklyn College has published tentative Summer 2026 dates, detailed session-specific calendars await formal release by the Office of the Registrar.
Projected Summer 2026 Structure
Based on historical patterns and preliminary institutional documentation:
- Session 1: Approximately 6 weeks (late May through early July)
- Session 2: Approximately 6 weeks (early July through mid-August)
- Full Summer Session: Approximately 12 weeks (late May through mid-August)
- Specialized Intensive Sessions: 3-4 week formats for specific programs
Summer session registration typically opens in March for continuing students and April for new/returning students. Specific dates for Summer 2026 registration will be published on the brooklyn.edu registrar page in early 2026.
Brooklyn College Academic Calendar Fall 2026
Fall 2026 semester begins Friday, August 28, 2026 and runs through Tuesday, December 21, 2026, encompassing 15 weeks of instruction and final examinations.
Key Fall 2026 Dates Currently Published
| Event | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Classes Begin | Friday, August 28, 2026 | First day of Fall 2026 instruction |
| College Closed | Monday, September 7, 2026 | Labor Day |
| Anticipated Add/Swap Deadline | Early September 2026 | Specific date pending official release |
| Anticipated Census Date | Mid-September 2026 | Specific date pending official release |
| Anticipated Withdrawal Deadline | Late November 2026 | Specific date pending official release |
| Anticipated Final Examinations | Mid-December 2026 | Before December 21 conclusion |
| End of Fall 2026 Term | Tuesday, December 21, 2026 | Last day of semester |
Complete Fall 2026 calendar details—including registration opening dates, refund deadlines, and specific college closure days—will be published by the Office of the Registrar in Spring 2026. Students should monitor brooklyn.edu/registrar/academic-calendars/ for updates.
Brooklyn College Commencement 2026
Brooklyn College Commencement occurs Friday, May 29, 2026 at Barclays Center, located at 620 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn (not on the Brooklyn College campus at 2900 Bedford Avenue).
Graduation Logistics and Requirements
The off-campus venue at Barclays Center accommodates approximately 19,000 attendees, allowing graduates to invite family members to the ceremony. Key commencement details:
- Ceremony Date: Friday, May 29, 2026 (tentative; subject to Barclays Center availability)
- Venue: Barclays Center, 620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
- Transit Access: Accessible via 2/3/4/5/B/D/N/Q/R subway lines at Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center station
- Parking: Limited paid parking at Barclays Center garages; public transit strongly recommended
Graduation Application Deadlines
Students planning to graduate in 2026 must file graduation applications through CUNYfirst by specific deadlines:
- Spring 2026/June 1, 2026 conferral: Apply by Sunday, February 15, 2026 (Spring census date)
- Summer 2026/September 1, 2026 conferral: Apply by Sunday, March 15, 2026
Graduation applications require DegreeWorks audit review to confirm all degree requirements will be completed by the intended conferral date. The Office of the Registrar reviews applications after end-of-term processing completes following final grade submission.
Degree Conferral vs. Commencement Ceremony
Brooklyn College distinguishes between degree conferral dates (official graduation) and commencement ceremonies (celebratory events):
- June 1, 2026 degree conferral: Degrees officially awarded after Spring 2026 grade processing
- May 29, 2026 commencement: Celebratory ceremony occurs before official conferral
- September 1, 2026 degree conferral: Degrees awarded after Summer 2026 completion (no separate ceremony)
Students completing requirements in Summer 2026 or Fall 2026 may petition to participate in May 2027 commencement, as Brooklyn College typically holds one ceremony annually for the preceding academic year’s graduates.
Academic Calendar System Integration at Brooklyn College
Brooklyn College uses CUNYfirst as the central registration and records management system, integrated with complementary platforms for academic planning and degree auditing.
CUNYfirst Registration Functionality
CUNYfirst handles:
- Course registration with real-time seat availability
- Waitlist management (students dropped from waitlists Sunday, February 1, 2026 for Spring 2026)
- Add/swap/drop transactions within published deadlines
- Tuition billing with refund processing based on drop dates
- Grade access after faculty submission
Students access CUNYfirst at home.cunyfirst.cuny.edu using their CUNY Login credentials. The system enforces academic calendar deadlines automatically—attempting to add a course after Sunday, February 1, 2026 for Spring 2026 generates an error message directing students to contact their academic department.
Schedule Builder for Course Planning
Schedule Builder, accessible through CUNYfirst, allows students to construct trial schedules before registration appointments open. The tool displays:
- Course meeting times and locations
- Instructor names
- Seat availability
- Prerequisite requirements
- Course attribute codes (writing intensive, general education categories)
For Spring 2026, Schedule Builder became available in early October 2025, several weeks before registration opened Monday, October 27, 2025.
DegreeWorks for Progress Monitoring
DegreeWorks provides automated degree audits showing:
- Completed requirements highlighted in green
- In-progress requirements in yellow
- Outstanding requirements in red
- GPA calculations (overall, major, minor)
- Credit totals by category
Students use DegreeWorks to verify graduation eligibility before filing applications by Sunday, February 15, 2026 for Spring 2026 conferral or Sunday, March 15, 2026 for Summer 2026 conferral.
Grade Assignment and Academic Standing Policies
Brooklyn College assigns specific grade notations based on student actions and timing within the academic calendar.
Grade Notation Definitions
| Grade Code | Meaning | Transcript Impact | When Assigned |
|---|---|---|---|
| WD | Withdrawal-Dropped | Appears on transcript; no GPA impact | Drops between add/swap deadline and census date (Feb 2-15, 2026 for Spring) |
| W | Withdrawal | Appears on transcript; no GPA impact | Official withdrawals between census date and withdrawal deadline (Feb 16 – Apr 13, 2026 for Spring) |
| WN | Withdrawal-Never Attended | Appears on transcript; no GPA impact | Faculty-initiated for students who never attended; begins Feb 16, 2026 for Spring |
| WA | Withdrawal-Administrative | Appears on transcript; no GPA impact | Assigned for immunization non-compliance (Feb 25, 2026 for Spring) |
| INC | Incomplete | Temporary grade; converts to F if not resolved | Faculty-assigned for documented hardship; must resolve within one semester |
WN Grade Reversal Process
Faculty can assign WN (Withdrawal-Never Attended) grades starting Monday, February 16, 2026 for Spring 2026 to students who never participated in courses. If students later provide evidence of attendance, faculty may submit WN reversal requests through CUNYfirst until Friday, May 15, 2026 (last day for WN reversals).
WN grades prevent students from receiving undeserved F grades for courses they never attended, but they do trigger financial aid issues if the WN reduces enrollment below the required credit threshold for aid eligibility.
Incomplete Grade Resolution
Students receiving INC (Incomplete) grades for Fall 2025 must submit all outstanding work to faculty by Friday, May 1, 2026. Faculty then have until Friday, May 15, 2026 to submit replacement grades converting INC to earned letter grades.
If INC grades remain unresolved after the faculty deadline, they automatically convert to F grades and calculate into GPA, potentially affecting academic standing and financial aid eligibility.
Major Declaration and Academic Program Changes
Brooklyn College requires students to declare majors by specific deadlines aligned with the academic calendar.
Spring 2026 Major Declaration Timeline
| Action | Deadline | Process |
|---|---|---|
| Student-Initiated Major Declarations | Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | Students submit declarations through CUNYfirst |
| Departmental Approval Deadline | Friday, February 13, 2026 | Departments review and approve/deny requests |
| Major Changes Effective Date | Spring 2026 term | Approved changes take effect for current semester |
| Fall 2026 Declaration Queue Opens | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | Students can declare majors effective Fall 2026 |
Students must declare majors before accumulating 60 credits to maintain good academic standing. Departments may restrict major declarations to students meeting GPA thresholds or prerequisite course completion requirements.
Minor and Concentration Modifications
The same Friday, February 13, 2026 departmental deadline applies to:
- Minor declarations: Secondary area of study (typically 18 credits)
- Concentration selections: Specialization within major programs
- Major deletions: Removing previously declared majors
- Program changes: Switching between B.A. and B.S. degree tracks
Students switching majors late in their academic careers should consult academic advisors to assess credit transfer and graduation timeline impacts.
Brooklyn College Financial Aid and Census Date Implications
The census date serves as the critical enrollment verification point for financial aid, tuition billing, and academic record-keeping.
Spring 2026 Census Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
On census date, Brooklyn College:
- Locks enrollment counts for federal/state financial aid reporting
- Finalizes tuition charges (no further refunds after this date)
- Closes Form-A submissions (academic accommodations documentation)
- Verifies Verification of Enrollment (VOE) rosters from faculty
Faculty must submit VOE rosters by Sunday, February 15, 2026, confirming which students actively attend their courses. Students marked as never attended receive WN grades starting Monday, February 16, 2026.
Financial Aid Certification Enrollment Status Date
The Financial Aid Certification Enrollment Status Date occurs Sunday, February 1, 2026 for Spring 2026—two weeks before census date. This earlier date determines enrollment levels (full-time, three-quarter-time, half-time) for federal aid disbursement calculations.
Students dropping below 12 credits after February 1, 2026 may retain full-time aid eligibility if they remain enrolled at that level on the certification date, but subsequent drops could trigger aid recalculation or repayment requirements.
Return to Title IV (R2T4) Calculation
The R2T4 60% date marks the point in the semester when students have “earned” 60% of their disbursed federal financial aid. For Spring 2026, this date is Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Students who withdraw before the R2T4 60% date may owe repayment of unearned federal aid (grants and loans) based on the percentage of the semester completed. The Office of Financial Aid calculates repayment amounts using federal formulas considering:
- Disbursed aid amounts (Pell Grant, SEOG, Direct Loans)
- Percentage of semester completed at withdrawal
- Institutional charges (tuition, fees)
- Attendance periods (number of days enrolled vs. total days in semester)
Students withdrawing after April 12, 2026 have earned 100% of disbursed Title IV aid and typically owe no federal aid repayment, though state aid (TAP) follows different calculation rules.
College Closures and Holiday Observances 2026
Brooklyn College observes the following closures during 2026 academic terms:
Winter Intersession 2026
- Monday, January 19, 2026: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Spring 2026
- Thursday, February 12, 2026: Lincoln’s Birthday
- Monday, February 16, 2026: Presidents’ Day
- Tuesday, February 17, 2026: No classes scheduled (college open)
- Friday, March 20, 2026: No classes scheduled (college open)
- Wednesday, April 1, 2026 – Thursday, April 9, 2026: Spring Recess
- Monday, May 25, 2026: Memorial Day
Fall 2026
- Monday, September 7, 2026: Labor Day
- Additional closures to be published with complete Fall 2026 calendar
On days marked “no classes scheduled,” the campus remains open for administrative services, library access, and student support offices, but no instructional activities occur. Students should verify individual office hours during these periods.
Immunization Compliance and WA Grades
Brooklyn College enforces New York State immunization requirements for enrolled students. The WA (Withdrawal-Administrative) grade assignment date of Wednesday, February 25, 2026 for Spring 2026 represents the deadline for immunization compliance.
Students who have not submitted required immunization documentation by this date receive WA grades in all enrolled courses, resulting in:
- Removal from all classes without refund
- WA grade notations on transcripts (no GPA impact but enrollment loss)
- Registration holds preventing future enrollment until compliance
Required immunizations include:
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR): Two doses for students born after 1957
- Meningococcal (Meningitis): One dose for students under 22 living in campus housing
- COVID-19: Current CUNY policy requires vaccination documentation (subject to updates)
Students submit immunization records to Student Health Services. Missing documentation generates CUNYfirst holds blocking registration for subsequent terms until compliance is achieved.
Brooklyn College vs. Brooklyn Law School Calendar Differences
Brooklyn College (public CUNY institution at 2900 Bedford Avenue in Midwood) operates on a different academic calendar than Brooklyn Law School (private law school at 250 Joralemon Street in Brooklyn Heights).
Critical Distinctions
| Characteristic | Brooklyn College | Brooklyn Law School |
|---|---|---|
| Domain | brooklyn.edu | brooklaw.edu |
| Institution Type | Public comprehensive college | Private law school |
| Parent Organization | City University of New York (CUNY) | Independent accredited law school |
| Academic Structure | Semester system with undergraduate and graduate programs | Semester system with J.D., LL.M., and M.S. law programs |
| Location | 2900 Bedford Avenue, Midwood, Brooklyn (40.6347° N, 73.9516° W) | 250 Joralemon Street, Brooklyn Heights |
| Spring 2026 Start | Monday, January 26, 2026 | Separate law school calendar (not synchronized) |
| Calendar Authority | Office of the Registrar, 306 West Quad, 718-951-5441 | Law school registrar office |
Students should verify they are accessing calendars from brooklyn.edu (Brooklyn College) rather than brooklaw.edu (Brooklyn Law School) or brooklyncollege.ca (Toronto-based Canadian high school), as these institutions maintain completely separate academic schedules despite naming similarities.
Medical Release Requests and Retroactive Withdrawals
Students who withdraw from Brooklyn College due to documented medical circumstances may request retroactive administrative withdrawals (medical releases) from courses.
The deadline for submitting medical release requests for Winter 2026 and Spring 2026 is Friday, May 8, 2026. Students must provide:
- Medical documentation from licensed healthcare providers
- Detailed explanation of how medical conditions prevented course completion
- Completion of medical release request form (available from Office of the Registrar)
- Supporting statements from academic advisors or faculty (recommended)
Approved medical releases result in complete semester withdrawals with W grades replacing all earned grades for the affected term. This action:
- Removes all grades (including passing grades) from GPA calculation
- Eliminates completed credits for that term
- May trigger financial aid repayment if federal aid was disbursed
- Appears as W grades on transcript with notation of administrative withdrawal
Medical releases are not guaranteed approvals—the college reviews requests individually based on documentation quality and circumstances. Students should consult the Office of the Registrar (718-951-5441) before submitting requests to understand full implications.
NYS Residency Documentation for Tuition Adjustment
Students classified as out-of-state for tuition purposes who become New York State residents may request retroactive tuition adjustments by submitting residency documentation.
The deadline for proving NYS residency for Winter 2026 and Spring 2026 tuition adjustments is Friday, May 15, 2026. Acceptable documentation includes:
- NYS driver’s license or non-driver ID issued at least 12 months before semester start
- NYS voter registration dated at least 12 months before semester start
- NYS tax returns filed as full-year resident for prior tax year
- Lease agreements showing continuous NYS residence for 12+ months
- Utility bills in student’s name spanning 12-month period before semester start
Students who establish NYS residency receive reduced tuition rates (approximately $3,465 per semester for full-time undergraduates as of 2025-2026) compared to out-of-state rates (approximately $9,225 per semester). The tuition difference is refunded to students or applied to outstanding balances after residency approval.
CUNY defines residency based on 12-month continuous physical presence in New York State for purposes other than attending college. Students attending Brooklyn College on F-1 or J-1 visas cannot establish NYS residency for tuition purposes regardless of length of stay.
Maintenance of Matriculation
Maintenance of matriculation allows students to remain officially enrolled at Brooklyn College without taking courses, preserving their matriculated status and program requirements.
Students who will not enroll in Fall 2026 courses must file maintenance of matriculation by Friday, May 15, 2026 to avoid being designated as withdrawn students requiring formal readmission.
Maintenance of matriculation:
- Preserves degree program requirements from original catalog year
- Maintains access to academic advisors and campus resources
- Prevents application of newer catalog requirements upon return
- Extends time-to-degree limits by the maintenance period
- Does not count toward financial aid eligibility (no enrollment = no aid)
Students may maintain matriculation for one academic year without enrollment. Extended absences beyond one year typically require formal leave of absence approval or reapplication for admission.
End-of-Term Processing and Academic Standing
The Office of the Registrar runs comprehensive end-of-term processing after final grade submission exceeds 98% completion.
For Winter 2026 and Spring 2026, end-of-term processing occurs Monday, June 8, 2026 and includes:
Repeat Policy Enforcement
Brooklyn College allows students to repeat courses to replace grades, with the higher grade calculating into GPA. End-of-term processing:
- Identifies repeated courses based on course equivalencies
- Excludes original grades from GPA calculation
- Retains all attempts on transcript with notations
- Counts all credit attempts toward financial aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) limits
Students may repeat courses unlimited times, but financial aid covers only one repeat attempt per course under federal regulations. Subsequent repeats require out-of-pocket payment.
Dean’s List Calculations
End-of-term processing generates Dean’s List recognition for:
- Full-time students: Completing 12+ credits with 3.50+ GPA for the term
- Part-time students: Completing 6-11 credits with 3.50+ GPA for the term
Dean’s List status appears on official transcripts and qualifies students for honors programs and scholarship considerations.
Graduation Application Eligibility Review
The Registrar reviews graduation applications filed by:
- Sunday, February 15, 2026 (Spring 2026/June 1, 2026 conferral)
- Sunday, March 15, 2026 (Summer 2026/September 1, 2026 conferral)
DegreeWorks audits confirm students have:
- Completed all degree requirements (120+ credits for bachelor’s degrees)
- Achieved minimum GPAs (2.0 overall, varies by major for major GPA)
- Fulfilled residency requirements (typically 30 credits at Brooklyn College)
- Satisfied general education mandates (CUNY Pathways requirements)
- Resolved all holds (financial, immunization, library fines)
Students with pending requirements receive notifications specifying outstanding obligations. Degrees are conferred only after all requirements are documented as complete.
Official Calendar Verification and Updates
Brooklyn College publishes the official academic calendar through:
- Primary Source: brooklyn.edu/registrar/academic-calendars/
- Verification Contact: Office of the Registrar, 306 West Quad, 718-951-5441
- Email: registrar@brooklyn.cuny.edu
The academic calendar is subject to change by official university action. Students should:
- Check brooklyn.edu regularly for updates
- Monitor CUNYfirst announcements for policy changes
- Verify dates with academic departments for program-specific variations
- Subscribe to Brooklyn College email for official notifications
- Consult academic advisors before making decisions based on calendar dates
This guide was verified against official Brooklyn College sources on January 28, 2026. Dates and policies may change—students bear responsibility for confirming current information through official channels before academic and financial decisions.
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