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The words Visit KU in a bright yellow color and See Our Campus in white over a gradient of maroon to yellow

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Affordability

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Life at KU

About KU

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KU Events

We always make time for fun at Kutztown. Take a day trip to New York, sign up for the drag show, or catch a baseball game. Whether it’s a movie night or musical performance, campus events are a great way to meet new friends and experience something new.

Athletics & Recreation

Athletics and fitness are an integral part of Kutztown University life. The KU athletics department offers several avenues in which students may become active.

ENGAGE- Get Involved

ENGAGE is a networking website that students can use to find information on joining student clubs and organizations and attending campus events and activities.

Kutztown University Galleries

The galleries of Kutztown University provide opportunities for students, faculty, alumni, and visiting artists to showcase their work.

McFarland Student Union

The McFarland Student Union provides many services and programs to enhance the academic engagement and experience for students, staff, faculty and guests.

Pa. German Heritage Center

An open-air folklife museum and research center dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Pennsylvania German heritage.

Kutztown University Planetarium

The planetarium is used for introductory astronomy laboratory exercises and for the university's Astronomy Outreach Program.

Upcoming Events

8/20

New Student Move-In Day

Residence Halls

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8/21

New Student Convocation

Keystone Field House

an image of the Kutztown University golden bear statue with the iconic old main clock tower in the background

8/24

Fall Semester Classes Start

All of Campus

Kutztown University Old Main front of the building

8/19 - 9/5

Welcome Week

All of Campus

This Week's Events

Fall Orientation Billing Runs
Friday, August 21, 2026

12:01 AM

On or about this date, Fall 2026 Orientation billing process will run electronically in MyKU. Due date September 4, 2026.

Orientation Billing Prepared
Friday, August 21, 2026

12:01 AM

On or about this date, Fall 2026 Orientation billing process will run electronically in MyKU

Fall Returning Student Move-In - 10:00am - 6:00pm (returning students)
Friday, August 21, 2026

12:01 AM

Fall Returning Student Move-In - 10:00am - 6:00pm (returning students)

Move-In Days for Returning Students
Friday, August 21, 2026

12:01 AM

Fall Returning Student Move-In - 10:00am - 6:00pm (returning students)

College of Education Student senior Sunrise
Friday, August 21, 2026

04:45 AM

Fall New Student Move-In Day - 8:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday, August 22, 2026

12:01 AM

Fall New Student Move-In Day - 8:00am - 3:00pm (new students only)

End of Move-In Days for Returning Students
Sunday, August 23, 2026

12:01 AM

All returning students moved in by this date.

Fall Returning Student Move-In - 10:00am - 6:00pm (returning students)
Sunday, August 23, 2026

12:01 AM

Fall Returning Student Move-In - 10:00am - 6:00pm (returning students)

Fall 2026 Semester First Half of Term
Monday, August 24, 2026

12:01 AM

Fall 2026 First Half Term

Add/Drop Period
Monday, August 24, 2026

12:01 AM

Add/Drop Period for Fall 2026 First Half of Term Courses. The last day of this period is the deadline to drop a course at midnight without receiving a grade of W

Week 1
Monday, August 24, 2026

12:01 AM

Week of the Semester/Session

Fall 2026 Semester Begins
Monday, August 24, 2026

12:01 AM

Fall 2026 Semester begins.

Add/Drop Period
Monday, August 24, 2026

12:01 AM

Add/Drop Period for Fall 2026 Full Semester Courses. The last day of this period is the deadline to drop a course at midnight without receiving a grade of W

Fall 2026 Semester Full Term
Monday, August 24, 2026

12:01 AM

Fall 2026 Full Term classes begin at 8:00 AM for Undergrads and 7:00AM for Grads.Clinical Experience Orientation 8:30 AM-1:00 PM, location TBA

100% Refund Period Ends
Wednesday, August 26, 2026

12:01 AM

Last day to drop a Fall 2026 First Half of term course with 100% reduction or refund ends at midnight. No reduction of charges or refunds for individual courses after midnight.

End of Add/Drop Period
Wednesday, August 26, 2026

12:01 AM

Add/Drop Period for Fall 2026 First Half of Term Courses. The last day of this period is the deadline to drop a course at midnight without receiving a grade of W.

Yoga at Boxwood House with Colleen Clemens
Thursday, August 27, 2026

01:00 PM

WAVES OF WELCOME - Open House Event
Thursday, August 27, 2026

03:00 PM

80% Refund Period Ends
Friday, August 28, 2026

12:01 AM

Last day for Fall 2026 First Half of term students withdrawing from the university to receive 80% reduction in charges or refund.

W Period
Friday, August 28, 2026

12:01 AM

Withdraw Period for Fall 2026 First Half of Term Courses. The last day of this period is the deadline to receive a grade of ?W?. There is no withdrawal from individual courses after this date.

Saturday Classes Start
Saturday, August 29, 2026

12:01 AM

Saturday classes start at 8:00am.

Week 2
Monday, August 31, 2026

12:01 AM

Week of the Semester/Session

End of Add/Drop Period
Monday, August 31, 2026

12:01 AM

Add/Drop Period for Fall 2026 Full Semester Courses. The last day of this period is the deadline to drop a course at midnight without receiving a grade of W.

100% Refund Period Ends
Monday, August 31, 2026

12:01 AM

Last day to drop a Fall 2026 Full Semester course with 100% reduction or refund ends at midnight. No reduction of charges or refunds for individual courses after midnight.

Campus Calendar

Main Street, Kutztown, viewing from the top of the hill looking down into the town of Kutztown.

Visit Kutztown

Houses along main street in the community of Kutztown.

Around Town

Whether you’re in the mood for loaded fries, a deli sandwich or a farm-to-fork experience, downtown Kutztown has got you covered. You’ll also have access to local pharmacies, shops, banks and salons in one convenient and walkable location.

Campus

Two female students walking along main street in Kutztown.

Community

Persons with a disability, and who require accommodation, should notify the Disability Services Office two weeks prior to the event at 610-683-4108 or email DSO@kutztown.edu, TDD number: 610-683-4499, in order to discuss accommodations. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations. Please note: Kutztown University does not provide wheelchairs or other mobility devices.

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