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University of The Bahamas Preparing for Major Milestone in International Accreditation Journey

9th October 2025 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS – Focused on continuous improvement throughout its academic affairs, student services, and operations, University of The Bahamas (UB) is preparing for a significant milestone in its road to international accreditation. UB President Dr. Robert Blaine, III, has announced that a Candidacy Committee appointed by international accreditation body, the Southern […]

Sweet Lessons: UB Alumnus Returns to Alma Mater to Share Pastry Expertise

29th September 2025 Sweet Lessons: UB Alumnus Returns to Alma Mater to Share Pastry Expertise The sweet aroma of fresh brioche filled the kitchen as students in the advanced baking and pastry class at the University of The Bahamas College of Tourism, Hospitality, Culinary Arts and Leisure Management (THe CALM) learned from an industry […]

University of The Bahamas Helping to Increase Digital Literacy Through DigiLearn Bahamas

29th September 2025 University of The Bahamas Helping to Increase Digital Literacy Through DigiLearn Bahamas Through the DigiLearn Bahamas project, University of The Bahamas (UB) will be equipping citizens across The Bahamas – from 18-year-olds to senior citizens – and small business owners with the digital skills to thrive in a modern world, where […]

Virtual Reality Enhances Education About Marine Science at University of The Bahamas

Nassau, THE BAHAMAS – Imagine seeing and experiencing all of the wonders of the underwater world and learning about marine life up close and personal. Now imagine doing so without having to actually swim to do it. University of The Bahamas (UB) is using Virtual Reality (VR) to make teaching and learning marine science more […]

KEY DATES AND DEADLINES

5 September – Last day for disbursement of Bahamas Gov’t Tertiary Grant and adjustments. for Late registrants

10 September – Last day to pay for Fall Semester for new students and late registrants (in-person at cashier’s cage during operating hours or via Banner Self-Service by 11:59 p.m.)

10 September – Enrollment and initial instalment for deferred payment plan ends for the Fall Semester for new and late returning students – Online Only (by 11:59 p.m.)

11 September – Final de-registration process of all unpaid students begins

11 September – Late Payment fee charged/applied for unpaid students not de-registered (if not previously charged)

3 October – Deadline for Admissions Application for Spring 2026

6–8 October and 13–23 October – Mid-semester examinations

9-12 October – Mid-semester break

13 October – NATIONAL HEROES DAY HOLIDAY (UNIVERSITY CLOSED)

24–25 October, 31 October–1 November – University Placement Examinations

31 October – Last day to withdraw without academic penalty (online only)

10 November – UB Charter Day

10 November – Bahamas Government Tertiary Grant (online only application) opens for Spring 2026

13 November – Open House/ Recruitment

30 November – LAST DAY OF CLASSES

1-10 December – Final Examinations

15 December – Transcripts available online

18 December 2025-2 January, 2026 – Holiday break. University closed (with some exceptions)