Important Spring 2026 Regular Drop/Add Deadlines
The spring 2026 regular drop/add period closes at the end of the first week of classes. Find the key dates and deadlines related to dropping and adding courses in the Spring 2026 Academic Calendar.
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Regular Add Deadline for Spring 2026
Deadline: 11:59 p.m. (ET)Late Drop Begins for Spring 2026
Late Registration Begins for Spring 2026
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Penn State offers more than 160 baccalaureate and associate degree programs, 200 undergraduate minors, and 100 undergraduate certificates across the University. Discover all the academic opportunities available across Penn State's campuses.
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Schedule of Courses
Penn State releases a new schedule of available courses each semester. See what courses are being offered at each campus by semester.
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The Registration Timetable provides a schedule of when students can begin registering for classes for the upcoming semester.
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Registration is a continuous process at Penn State. Learn more about course registration policies and follow these steps to successfully register courses.
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Some courses require additional criteria be met in order to register for the course. Learn how course prerequisites are enforced during the registration process.
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Confidentiality & FERPA
The Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 identifies the rights of students and their families with respect to student educational records kept by institutions. As part of the requirements of FERPA, the University has a Policy on Confidentiality of Student Records to ensure that student record information, including grades, course schedule, and academic progress, remains private.
University Resources and Services
The Office of the University Registrar partners with several other offices across Penn State to deliver services, resources, and information related to academic records and policies, as well as enrollment and registration processes.
