Important dates, 2027–28
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online applications open | Once the NCHE grants approval |
| Application deadline | July 31, 2027 |
| Admission offers sent | By August 15, 2027 |
| New student orientation | August 25–28, 2027 |
| First day of fall semester classes | September 1, 2027 |
| Last day to add or drop courses | September 10, 2027 |
| Mid-term examinations | October 20–30, 2027 |
| Final examinations (fall) | December 10–20, 2027 |
| Fall semester ends | December 22, 2027 |
| Spring semester begins | January 15, 2028 |
| Spring semester ends | April 30, 2028 |
| Summer term (optional) | June 1 – July 31, 2028 |
Intakes
DWIUST plans two admission intakes a year: the main intake in August, for the fall semester, and an optional January intake, for programs that offer one.
How the year works
The academic year has two semesters, fall and spring, and an optional summer term. Each semester includes continuous assessment through quizzes and class tests, a mid-semester examination, a revision week and end-of-semester examinations.
Internships and industrial training usually run from May to July, and final-year projects from February to June. The convocation (graduation) ceremony is held in June, followed by the long vacation in July.
Public holidays
The University observes Liberian public holidays, including:
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1 |
| Armed Forces Day | February 11 |
| Decoration Day | Second Wednesday of March |
| Independence Day | July 26 |
| Thanksgiving Day | First Thursday of November |
| Christmas Day | December 25 |