Here are some important dates to know for registering, dropping classes this spring

Airianna Sallaz

The Pre-med Student Association tables for potential members at the Involvement Fair hosted by Student Engagement and Belonging. The event took place at the beginning of the Fall 2025 semester. (File)

Ainsley Smyth, Managing Editor • January 17, 2026

As the spring semester starts for Wichita State students, keeping track of some important deadlines can help you save money and take the courses you need. Below are some dates to know if you want to add or drop classes.

Spring 2026 important dates

Jan. 20

Full-semester classes begin

Jan. 22

Full-semester course registration for Kansas resident auditors aged 60 and up

Jan. 26

Last day to add full-semester classes or change sections
Last day to opt out of an online “Access Now” textbook for a first-half eight-week course

Feb. 2

Last day to drop a full-semester class without it appearing on your record
Last day to drop and receive a 100% refund
Last day to opt out of “Access Now” online textbooks for full-semester courses without being charged for the textbook

March 18

Last day to opt out of an “Access Now” textbook for second-half eight-week courses

April 3

Last day to withdraw from a full-semester class with a “W” instead of an “F”

The full spring academic calendar can be found here. Information about advising, including contact information, is available here.

About the Contributors

Ainsley Smyth, Managing Editor

Ainsley Smyth is the managing editor for The Sunflower. Previously, Smyth was the news editor during the 2024-2025 year. She is a senior pursuing a bachelor’s in communications with an emphasis in journalism and media production.

Airianna Sallaz, Former Multimedia Reporter

Airianna Sallaz was a multimedia reporter in 2025.