Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar

Students should refer to their program schedule for the start and end dates of each course, which is available on the student portal.

At TCSJ, we believe that clarity and preparation are essential for success. Our Academic Calendar is designed to help students, faculty, and staff stay informed and organized throughout the academic year.

Find important dates at a glance—such as academic year start and end, holidays, application deadlines, and the commencement ceremony—so you can plan ahead with confidence.

Download the Academic Calendar:

📄 PDF Version – 2025–2026 Academic Calendar

*NOTICE: Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this Academic Calendar; however, it is subject to change. Teachers College of San Joaquin (TCSJ) reserves the right to make updates at any time without prior notice. Students are advised to consult their TCSJ coordinator or advisor for the most current information.

2025-2026 Academic Calendar

SUMMER 2025
First Day of Academic YearJuly 1
Teacher Induction Program Application OpensJuly 1
Deadline to establish a tuition plan for 2025, all programsWithin 10 days of enrollment
Last day to withdraw without a financial penaltyPrior to the second class session
Fourth of July Holiday – Campus ClosedJuly 4
Application Deadline for IMPACT Credential Program (Regular Start Enrollment)July 9
Application Deadline for Private School Teachers Pursuing a Preliminary Teaching Credential (Regular Start Enrollment)July 9
Residency@TCSJ Phase 1 Coursework beginsJuly 14
Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization Application DeadlineJuly 15
Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization Application DeadlineJuly 15
FALL 2025
Deadline to establish a tuition plan for Fall 2025, all programsWithin 10 days of enrollment
Last day to withdraw without a financial penaltyPrior to the second class session
IMPACT All Credentials Year One Candidate Kick Off (Regular Start)July 23
Mathematics Instructional Added Authorization Application DeadlineJuly 25
CTE Kick OffAugust 8-9
Application Deadline for IMPACT Education Specialists Credential Programs (Late Hire Start Enrollment)August 11
Faculty Census DateAugust 15
IMPACT Education Specialist Credential Year One Candidate Kick Off (Late Hire Start)August 22
Preliminary Administrative Services Credential Program Fall In-Person Kick-Off for Virtual/Hybrid ProgramAugust 23-24
Teacher Induction Program Application Closes (General Enrollment)August 31
Labor Day Holiday - Campus ClosedSeptember 1
Clear Administrative Services Credential Induction Application DeadlineSeptember 1
Application Deadline for IMPACT General Education Credential Programs (Late Hire Start Enrollment)September 17
Application Deadline for Private School Teachers Pursuing a Preliminary Teaching Credential (Late Hire Start Enrollment)September 17
IMPACT General Education Credentials Year One Candidate Kick Off (Late Hire Start)September 26
Teacher Induction Program Enrollment Closes (Late Hire)September 30
Fall Census Date; IPEDS Reporting DateOctober 1
Enrollment period for applications to add a specialty area or Added Authorization to an Education Specialist CredentialOctober 1-December 15
Enrollment period for applications to add a content area to a single subject credentialOctober 1-December 15
Veteran’s Day – Campus ClosedNovember 11
Thanksgiving Holiday Break – Campus ClosedNovember 27-28
Autism Spectrum Disorder Added Authorization Application DeadlineDecember 15
Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization Application DeadlineDecember 15
Winter Break – Offices Open, No ClassesDecember 22-January 2
Christmas Holiday Break - Campus ClosedDecember 24-25
SPRING 2026
New Year’s Holiday Break – Campus ClosedDecember 31-January 1
Preliminary Administrative Services Credential program Spring Virtual Kick-Off for Virtual/Hybrid ProgramJanuary 3-4
Deadline to establish a tuition plan for Spring 2026, all programsWithin 10 days of enrollment
Last day to withdraw without financial penaltyPrior to the second class session
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – Campus ClosedJanuary 19
Spring Census DateFebruary 1
President’s Holiday – Campus ClosedFebruary 9 & 16
IPEDS Reporting DateMarch 1
IMPACT Credential Year Two Candidates – Both TPAs must be submitted to participate in commencement ceremonyApril 1
Residency@TCSJ Application Deadline (Summer start)April 15
CTE ShowcaseMay 15-16
Memorial Day - Campus ClosedMay 25
Commencement CeremonyJune 7
Juneteenth - Campus ClosedJune 19
Last Day of Academic YearJune 30

2025-2026 Academic Calendar