Dates and Deadlines
Overview
Staying on top of important dates ensures a smooth semester. Here’s everything you need to know about registration, payment deadlines, and key academic milestones at Cal Poly Pomona. Make sure to mark these dates on your calendar to avoid late fees or enrollment issues.
Registration Blocks & Payment Deadlines (2025-2026)
Cal Poly Pomona has established key dates and deadlines for each academic term, including important enrollment-related processes. As a student, it is your responsibility to review and adhere to these deadlines to ensure a smooth enrollment experience.
| Blocks | *Registration Period | **Fee Payment Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Block1 | April 9 – June 8, 2025 | July 17, 2025 |
| Block2 | June 9 – June 30, 2025 | July 31, 2025 |
| Block3 | July 1 – August 19, 2025 | August 19, 2025 |
| Block4 | August 20 – September 4, 2025 | Due upon registration |
*See Registration Guide for step-by-step instructions
**Learn how to pay
| Description | Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Classes begin for all students | August 21, 2025 | January 16, 2026 |
| Classes end for all students | December 7, 2025 | May 8, 2026 |
| Finals | December 8-14, 2025 | May 9 - May 15, 2026 |
| Description | Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Priority Registration Period | April 9 - 10, 2025 | October 13 - 14, 2025 |
| General Registration Period | April 14 - June 8, 2025 | Oct 16 - Dec 3, 2025 |
| Fee Bills Posted to BroncoDirect | July 1, 2025 | October 25, 2025 |
| Add and Drop Period | Aug 11 - Sept 4, 2025 | January 5 - 30 2026 |
| Last day to drop and receive 100% refund Refund Policy | August 20, 2025 | January 15, 2026 |
| Census | September 17, 2025 | February 13, 2026 |
| Last day to drop all units and receive a prorated refund of Tuition & Fees. (Visit Financial Aid for Aid impact) | October 29, 2025 | March 25, 2026 |
| Spring Instruction Break | - | March 28 -April 3, 2026 |
| Last day to withdraw by petition for serious and compelling reasons and receive a "W" | November 9, 2025 | April 17, 2026 |
Prior Terms
| Spring 2025 Semester | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Classes begin for all students | Saturday, January 18, 2025 | |
| Classes end for all students | Sunday, May 9, 2025 | |
| Finals | Saturday, May 10,2025 | Friday, May 16, 2025 |
| Priority Registration Period | Monday, October 14, 2024 | Tuesday, October 15, 2024 |
| General Registration Period | Thursday, October 17, 2024 | Wednesday, December 4, 2024 |
| Fee Bills Posted to BroncoDirect | Saturday, October 26, 2024 | |
| Fees Due | Thursday, December 5, 2024 | |
| Add and Drop Period | Monday, January 6, 2025 | Friday, January 31, 2025 |
| Last day to drop and receive 100% refund Refund Policy | Friday, January 17, 2025 | |
| Census | Friday, February 14, 2025 | |
| Last day to drop all units and receive a pro‐rated refund of Tuition & Fees | Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | |
| Spring Instruction Break | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | Friday, April 4, 2025 |
| Last day to withdraw by petition for serious and compelling reasons and receive a "W" | Friday, April 18, 2025 |
Payment Plan Schedule - Fall 2025
Explore options to spread out your tuition payments and stay on track financially. For full plan details, visit our Payment Plans page.
| Plan | Enrollment Period | Last Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Down Payment + 5 | April 1st - April 30th | September |
| Down Payment + 4 | May 1st - May 31st | September |
| Down Payment + 3 | June 1st - June 30th | September |
| Down Payment + 2 | July 1st - July 31st | September |
| Down Payment + 2 | August 1st - August 31st | October |
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Important: Tuition fees post on July 1, 2025. Classes start August 21, 2025
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