Classes begin: August 24

Last day to add class: August 28

Graduation Application: September 5

Defense Notification Deadline: September 24

Thesis & Dissertations Defense Deadline:  October 24

Oral Defense Results & Final Copy Approval Forms Deadline: October 31

Commencement: December 12

Spring 2026

Classes begin: January 14

Last day to add class: January 20

Graduation Application: February 6

Defense Notification Deadline: February 11

Thesis & Dissertations Defense Deadline:  March 27

Oral Defense Results & Final Copy Approval Forms Deadline: April 3

Commencement: May 15

For additional detail, view the 2025–26 academic calendar.

Contact Us

Office of Research and Graduate Programs:
Phone Number: 806.742.3595
Email: svm.research.gradstudies@ttu.edu

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