Fifth Week of Classes, Fall 2026

The fifth week of classes begins Monday, Sept. 21, 2026.

• Your academic schedule is considered official by the end of the fourth week of classes.
• In the fifth week and after, withdrawing from one or more classes or changing the basis of grading are possible only for serious and compelling reasons. Formal approval is required.

To Drop a Class in Week 5 and On:

To drop* classes or completely withdraw from the university, do the following beginning Sept. 21:

• Request formal approval using the appropriate Late Schedule Change forms.
• Find medical withdrawal information including a general timeline and procedures.
• Visit the University Cash Services website for refund information and eligibility.
• Drop classes you no longer want to avoid a failing grade and more. See University Withdrawal Policies.

*Before dropping, review the precautions for reducing the number of enrolled units and its potential impact on financial aid and  Satisfactory Academic Progress, veterans education benefits, international student visa status, campus housing and more.

To Add a Class in Weeks 5 through 12:

To add a class from Sept. 21 through Nov. 13:

• Request a permission number from the instructor and enroll using self-service registration.
• The last day to add with permission through self-service is Friday, Nov. 13 (end of Week 12).
• Adding classes after Sept. 20 will not increase your financial aid award. Learn more at What Affects My Aid: Enrollment Requirements.
• Check your student financial account balance and payment due date in the CSUN Portal whenever you adjust your schedule.

For help, visit Late Schedule Change forms, deadlines and instructions or contact your academic advisor.