Academics
Count on us to reach out to you about midterm and final grades, course registration, and much more. Whether it’s an individual appointment, a sponsored workshop, or an announcement in our IP Picks bi-weekly student bulletin – we’ll be working to ensure you have the resources you need to be a successful student.
Don’t forget, in order to remain eligible for the I-Promise Scholarship, students must meet the Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements as outlined by the Office of Student Financial Aid. This means it is essential that you:
- Rely on the professional staff within your academic program for assistance with course selection and schedule changes. Remember: eligibility for the scholarship runs for 4 years, fall and spring terms only.
- Manage your time and priorities appropriately and get involved on campus.
- Reach out for personal and academic support early and often. It’s ok to ask questions.
Closely monitor your progress in each course and be prepared to take action when necessary. Stay informed of important dates and deadlines. See the Fall 2022 calendar below.
August 14th-21st |
University housing move-in |
August 15th |
Fall tuition and fee charges first appear on student accounts
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August 19th-September 30th |
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August 22nd |
First day of instruction |
August 22nd |
Deadline for students to register for first classes without being charged $15 late fee penalty |
August 23rd |
Late registration begins via Student Self-Service |
August 26th |
Last day to add a 1st 8 weeks (POT A) course |
August 26th |
Last day to drop 1st 8 week (POT A) course for refund |
September 2nd |
Last day to add/drop semester course |
Septmber 5th |
Labor Day - NO CLASSES! |
September 16th |
Last day to drop 1st 8 week (POT A) course without grade of W |
October TBD |
Faculty deadline to report grades for freshmen |
October 14th |
Deadline to drop a full semester course without grade of W |
October 14th |
Deadline to elect credit/no credit for full semester courses |
October 17th |
2nd 8 week (POT B) courses begin |
October 21st |
Deadline to add POT B course |
October 21st |
Deadline to drop POT course for refund |
October 31st |
Priority registration for Spring 2023 begins |
November 8th |
General Election Day - NO CLASSES! |
November 17th |
Spring 2023 open registration begins for all students |
November 19th-27th |
Fall Break |
December 7th |
Last day of instruction |
December 8th |
Reading Day (no classes, no final exams) |
December 9th-December 16th |
Final Exam period (weekdays only!) |
December TBD |
Students may view final Fall 2022 grades via Student Self-Service |
Your class may have free tutoring resources on campus! OMSA offers free weekly tutoring sessions for specific courses. Click here to see OMSA's tutoring schedule and drop in hours.
IUB Pay-It-Later: I-Promise has an arrangement with the Illini Union Bookstore which allows I-Promise Scholars to charge up to $600 in books at the start of each semester. Remember, you will have to pay back what you borrowed before a specific deadline at mid-semester. This is especially helpful for students who don’t have the money just yet and plan to use their wages from their part-time Federal Work-Study position to cover this expense. Read more about Pay-It-Later.
Non-IUB Options: Buying new books when you don’t have to is a very costly mistake! There are many alternatives for textbooks, such as buying used, buying online, and renting. Check out Facebook Marketplace, Amazon, Thriftbooks, and more!