Collin College has released the official academic calendar for the Fall 2026 semester, providing students and staff with a schedule of important institutional dates. The document outlines specific periods when campuses will be closed and highlights critical deadlines for the academic term.
The Fall 2026 semester is scheduled to begin on August 14. The calendar notes that the campus will close at 3 p.m. on that day to accommodate the Plano Balloon Festival. This closure applies to the institution's facilities in Plano.
Later in the term, the college will observe another closure related to the same event. The calendar indicates that campuses will be closed on September 19 and 20 due to the Plano Balloon Festival.
Academic deadlines are also specified in the release. The last day for students to withdraw from classes during the Fall 16 week is set for October 30.
The college will observe the Thanksgiving holiday from November 25 through November 29. During this period, all campuses will remain closed.
The academic term concludes with final examinations. Fall final exam week is scheduled to take place from December 7 through December 13.
