Academic News & Key Reminders - Summer 2025
June 20, 2025
Welcome new graduate students and welcome back returning students!
As we begin the summer quarter, the Office of Graduate Studies would like to remind you of a few important academic dates, deadlines, policies and resources to help you navigate your graduate studies. We recommend you bookmark this information for future reference.
Office Operations
Please note that most administrative offices will be observing Summer Fridays and will close at 12 p.m. on Fridays through September 5, 2025. Please check with department administrators about any updates to office hours or operations over the summer.
The Office of Graduate Studies on the third floor of the Main Building (Main 301) is generally open for student services between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The office is closed on Fridays, but our team is available remotely from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. EDT to assist you.
Students should check in at the office using their DragonCard ID at the digital kiosk located at the front desk or contact graduatecollege@drexel.edu for assistance. Please expect 1-2 business days for an email response. We offer complimentary filtered cold and hot water, tea, coffee and hot chocolate for graduate students during office hours. Please bring your own reusable cup or mug and help us keep the kitchenette area clean and dry for all.
The Graduate Student Lounge, located on the lower level of Main Building (Main 010A), is open 24/7 and accessible to all graduate students via your DragonCard ID. Students are welcome to use the lounge for quiet social gathering, meeting, studying, eating and events. Please discard all trash, especially food items, and keep the lounge clean and furniture organized as you found it. Please alert the Graduate College of any issues, spills or food items left behind so we can request cleaning or maintenance ASAP. More information about the lounge, including how to reserve it, is available on the website. New students will receive access to the lounge during their first week of classes.
Academic Dates & Deadlines
Please refer to the Academic Calendars on the Provost’s website frequently for all academic dates and deadlines, which are subject to change. You should also consult with your individual college or school officials and assigned graduate academic advisor(s) for additional dates, deadlines and requirements for your program.
Summer Quarter Dates & Deadlines
Monday, June 23 – Classes Begin
Friday, June 27 – Deadline to Confirm Your Enrollment in your DrexelOne
Friday, June 27 – Deadline to Add/Drop a Course with Academic Advisor Assistance
Sunday, June 29 by 11:59 p.m. ET – Deadline to Add/Drop a Course in your DrexelOne*
Monday, July 21 – Deadline to Submit an Application for Degree in your DrexelOne for Summer Quarter Graduation
Monday, July 28 – Summer Quarter Registration Begins (Review Your Time Ticket Information)
Friday, August 8 – Deadline to Withdraw from a Course with Academic Advisor Assistance
Saturday, August 30 – Last Day of Classes
Tuesday, September 2 – Term Examinations Begin
Saturday, September 6 – Term Examinations End
Saturday, September 6 – Summer Quarter Degree Conferral Date (Date that appears on diploma)
Friday, September 12 – Academic Standing Notices Go Out (See Academic Standing: Graduate Students)
Doctoral degree candidates and master’s thesis option students should refer to additional deadlines on the Graduation page and check with their advisor(s) for program dates and deadlines which may be earlier.
For part-of-term and semester dates and deadlines, please refer to Drexel’s Academic Calendars.
Export Control
Drexel University engages in research, scholarly, and creative activities that involve the development or use of products, goods, hardware, software, materials, information, or technology. Such activities may be subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations (Export Control). Are you traveling out of the country during the break? Will you be taking a Drexel-issued laptop and related devices abroad? If so, please contact Drexel University’s Export Compliance at export@drexel.edu.
International Travel Guidance
International students and scholars should review the “Immigration Updates” on the International Students and Scholars Services (ISSS) website. ISSS has published a Travel FAQ section in the ISSS Student Portal in SharePoint (requires log in via Drexel Single Sign-On) to support international students and scholars navigating travel planning. The FAQs address common questions about re-entry to the U.S., required documentation, and travel considerations. We encourage all international students and scholars planning international travel this summer to review this information carefully and to reach out to ISSS for any immigration-related questions.
Academic Policies & Procedures
Please refer to the academic policies and procedures listed on both the Provost’s and Office of Graduate Studies websites. Additional policies are outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, including the Academic Integrity policy and conduct process. All students MUST be aware of and knowledgeable of these policies and procedures. Please review frequently for updates.
International students (F-1 and J-1) should refer to the latest updates, policies and information on the International Students & Scholars Services (ISSS) website. All international students must have any foreign travel approved by ISSS before leaving the country to remain compliant with their visa status.
Please familiarize yourself with the following academic policies and procedures:
Take Care & Be Well
Remember, you must be well to do well. Information about available health and wellness resources for graduate students is outlined on the Graduate Studies website, including information about the Office of Counseling and Health Services and SupportLinc, Drexel’s Employee Assistance Program, a free 24/7 confidential and professional service for support, guidance, counseling, and resources which is available to graduate students and their families and household members at no additional cost.
Please also refer to the Health & Well-Being at Drexel website for information about campus health and counseling programs and so much more to support your wellbeing. And check out Drexel University Libraries’ LibGuides for ideas for how to relieve stress and maintain intellectual wellness.
Don’t hesitate to contact the Office of Graduate Studies with any questions or concerns. We are here to support you throughout your graduate education at Drexel. Stop by soon for a complimentary cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or to refill your water bottle.
Best wishes for a successful term!