Deadlines
Application & enrollment deadlines.
Northeastern Online offers programs in two formats: half-term and full semester. Half-term programs run on six accelerated sessions each year. Semester programs follow the traditional academic calendar.
Note: Individual colleges may promote alternate deadlines. The dates listed here are specific to Northeastern Online programs and are designed to ensure sufficient time for application review and course enrollment.
7.5 week terms
Half-term programs.
Half-term programs run on six accelerated sessions each year: Spring 1, Spring 2, Summer 1, Summer 2, Fall 1, and Fall 2.
Current
Term currently accepting applications
| Term | Submit app by | Enroll by | Start courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 1 2026 | August 17, 2026 | August 31, 2026 | September 9, 2026 |
Future
Upcoming half-term deadlines
| Term | Submit app by | Enroll by | Start courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 1 | August 3, 2026 | August 31, 2026 | September 9, 2026 |
| Fall 2 | October 13, 2026 | October 26, 2026 | November 2, 2026 |
Note: Only the next term is typically offered in the Fast App.
Programs on the half-term format
These degree and certificate programs use the six-session half-term calendar.
Degrees
15 week terms
Semester programs.
Semester programs follow the traditional academic calendar: Spring, Summer, and Fall.
Current
Term currently accepting applications
| Term | Submit app by | Enroll by | Start courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | August 1, 2026 | August 31, 2026 | September 9, 2026 |
Future
Upcoming semester deadlines
| Term | Submit app by | Enroll by | Start courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2027 | December 1, 2026 | December 21, 2026 | January 13, 2027 |
Note: Only the next term is typically offered in the Fast App.
Programs on the semester format
These degree and certificate programs use the traditional academic calendar.