Academic Calendar
Plan ahead with BKU's session start dates and registration deadlines.
BKU runs multiple sessions throughout the year so you can start when it works for you. Find your term below, then check the admission requirements and tuition and fees to plan your enrollment.
Fall 2026
Undergraduate
| Session | Session Dates | Registration Opens | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-Week Session 1 | August 24 – October 18, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | August 23, 2026 |
| 8-Week Session 2 | October 26, 2026 – December 20, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | October 25, 2026 |
| 16-Week Session | August 24 – December 20, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | August 23, 2026 |
Graduate
| Session | Session Dates | Registration Opens | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-Week Session 1 | August 24 – October 18, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | August 23, 2026 |
| 8-Week Session 2 | October 26, 2026 – December 20, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | October 25, 2026 |
Spring 2027
Undergraduate
| Session | Session Dates | Registration Opens | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-Week Session 1 | January 11 – March 7, 2027 | October 1, 2026 | January 10, 2027 |
| 8-Week Session 2 | March 15 – May 9, 2027 | October 1, 2026 | March 14, 2027 |
| 16-Week Session | January 11 – May 9, 2027 | October 1, 2026 | January 10, 2027 |
Graduate
| Session | Session Dates | Registration Opens | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-Week Session 1 | January 11 – March 7, 2027 | October 1, 2026 | January 10, 2027 |
| 8-Week Session 2 | March 15 – May 9, 2027 | October 1, 2026 | March 14, 2027 |
Summer 2027
Undergraduate
| Session | Session Dates | Registration Opens | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-Week Session 1 | May 17 – July 11, 2027 | February 1, 2027 | May 16, 2027 |
| 8-Week Session 2 | July 19 – September 12, 2027 | February 1, 2027 | July 18, 2027 |
Graduate
| Session | Session Dates | Registration Opens | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-Week Session 1 | May 17 – July 11, 2027 | February 1, 2027 | May 16, 2027 |
| 8-Week Session 2 | July 19 – September 12, 2027 | February 1, 2027 | July 18, 2027 |
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