Ohio Dominican University (ODU) is a private, Catholic university located in Columbus, Ohio. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as professional development and continuing education opportunities.
The ODU academic calendar provides important dates and deadlines for students, faculty, and staff throughout the year. The calendar includes information on the start and end dates of each semester, registration deadlines, add/drop deadlines, exam schedules, and holidays.
Academic Semester Dates
The ODU academic year is divided into two semesters: fall and spring. The fall semester typically begins in late August and ends in mid-December. The spring semester typically begins in mid-January and ends in early May.
| Semester | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | August 29, 2022 | December 16, 2022 |
| Spring Semester | January 17, 2023 | May 5, 2023 |
Registration Deadlines
Registration for fall and spring semesters typically opens in March and April, respectively. Students must register for classes by the published deadlines in order to avoid late fees.
| Semester | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall Semester | April 15, 2022 |
| Spring Semester | November 1, 2022 |
Add/Drop Deadlines
Students may add or drop classes during the first two weeks of each semester without penalty. After the add/drop deadline, students may withdraw from classes with a “W” grade.
| Semester | Add/Drop Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall Semester | September 12, 2022 |
| Spring Semester | January 30, 2023 |
Exam Schedules
Final exams for the fall semester are typically held in mid-December. Final exams for the spring semester are typically held in early May. The exact exam schedule is published by the Registrar’s Office prior to the start of each semester.
Holidays
ODU observes the following holidays throughout the year:
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- President’s Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Sunday
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
Other Important Dates
In addition to the dates listed above, the ODU academic calendar also includes important dates for other events, such as:
- First day of classes
- Last day of classes
- Commencement
- Homecoming
- Family Weekend
- Spring Break
FAQs
Q: When does the fall semester start?
A: The fall semester typically begins in late August. The exact start date is published on the ODU academic calendar.
Q: When is the registration deadline for the fall semester?
A: The registration deadline for the fall semester is typically in April. The exact deadline is published on the ODU academic calendar.
Q: When is the add/drop deadline for the fall semester?
A: The add/drop deadline for the fall semester is typically in September. The exact deadline is published on the ODU academic calendar.
Q: When are final exams for the fall semester?
A: Final exams for the fall semester are typically held in mid-December. The exact exam schedule is published by the Registrar’s Office prior to the start of each semester.
Q: What holidays does ODU observe?
A: ODU observes the following holidays throughout the year: Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
Contact Information
For more information about the ODU academic calendar, please contact the Registrar’s Office:
- Phone: (614) 251-4580
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://www.ohiodominican.edu/registrar/