University of PhoenixStudent Guide

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Student guide · Summer 2026 Sessions

The semester, explained for University of Phoenix

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Summer 2026 Sessions
Campus terms
16
Local details
14

Academic calendar

Summer 2026 Sessions runs May 12, 2026 – Aug 25, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

25 entries
  1. Academic Year 2025-2026
  2. Summer 2026 SessionsRelevant now
  3. Associate/Bachelor's Start Date 2026-06-16Master's Start Date 2026-06-16
  4. Associate/Bachelor's Start Date 2026-06-30Competency-Based Start Date 2026-06-30
  5. Competency-Based (Direct Assessment) Start Date 2026-07-07Master's Start Date 2026-07-07
  6. Associate/Bachelor's Start Date 2026-07-21
  7. Master's Start Date 2026-07-28
  8. Associate/Bachelor's Start Date 2026-08-04
  9. Fall 2026 Sessions
  10. Master's Start Date 2026-08-18
  11. Associate/Bachelor's Start Date 2026-08-25Competency-Based Start Date 2026-08-25
  12. Associate/Bachelor's Start Date 2026-09-08Master's Start Date 2026-09-08
  13. Associate/Bachelor's Start Date 2026-09-29Master's Start Date 2026-09-29
  14. Competency-Based (Direct Assessment) Start Date 2026-10-06
  15. Competency-Based Start Date 2026-10-20
  16. Competency-Based Start Date 2026-12-15
  17. Competency-Based (Direct Assessment) Start Date 2027-01-05
  18. Competency-Based Start Date 2027-02-23
  19. Competency-Based Start Date 2027-04-20

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Campus language

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16 terms

A

ALD
Alpha Lambda Delta; a national honor society for first-year students
ALPFA
Association of Latino Professionals For America, a student chapter focused on professional development and networking.

E

eCampus
The central online portal where students access their classrooms, grades, and resources

I

Individual
Short for an 'Individual Assignment,' distinguishing it from a group Learning Team project

L

Learning Team
A mandatory group of students assigned to collaborate on projects and assignments throughout a course
LT
Common shorthand for a Learning Team

N

NSLS
National Society of Leadership and Success; a common honor society chapter for high-achieving students

P

PhoenixConnect
The university's internal social networking platform for students and alumni
Postings
The required weekly discussion board messages students must contribute to earn participation credit

S

SAS
Student Academic Services; the department providing tutoring and academic support
SHRM
Society for Human Resource Management; the student chapter for those in HR or business programs
SNA
Student Nurses Association; the organization for students in the nursing and healthcare tracks
SVA
Student Veterans of America, an organization supporting the university's large population of military-affiliated students.

T

The Classroom
The digital interface where all course discussions and assignments take place
The Portal
The eCampus login area where students access their classroom, grades, and financial info

W

Workshop
A specific one-week module or unit of study within a larger course structure

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

14 details
ADA
Academic Degree Plan; the official document outlining all courses a student must complete to graduate
ADA Office
The department responsible for coordinating disability services and classroom accommodations
Checkpoint
A specific milestone or preliminary submission required before a final project is due
eCampus
The central online learning management system (LMS) used for all coursework and communication
Hohokam
The main administrative headquarters building located on South Riverpoint Parkway in Phoenix
Individual Assignment
Coursework that must be completed independently, distinct from collaborative Learning Team projects.
Individual Forum
The private area in the online classroom where students submit work directly to the instructor
Learning Center
Generic term for the various physical satellite locations used for local student support and meetings
Participation
The requirement to post in the online discussion forums on at least two separate days per week to avoid being marked absent
PhoenixConnect
The university's internal social networking platform for students and alumni to network
PLA
Prior Learning Assessment; the process of earning college credit for professional work experience or certifications
Riverpoint
The primary physical campus hub in Phoenix where administrative and some student services are centered
UOPX ID
The digital or physical identification number required for all administrative interactions and local campus access.
Workshop
A term used for intensive, often local, class sessions or specialized training modules.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Summer 2026 Sessions runs May 12, 2026 – Aug 25, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
16 approved campus terms and 14 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business

An international honor society that recognizes and encourages academic excellence of students in business administration programs.

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Campus rituals

Commencement

The official graduation ceremony celebrating the academic achievements of University of Phoenix graduates, held both in-person and virtually.

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Resources & spaces

Career Services for Life®

Provides lifetime access to career coaching, resume building, interview preparation, and other career resources for students and alumni.

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Life in Phoenix for University of Phoenix Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Phoenix.

Timezone

Mountain Time (no DST)

Median Rent

$1,700

Cost of Living Index

103

Student Population

210,000

City Transportation

Walkability

41

Bikeability

56

Public Transit

Valley Metro Bus, Valley Metro Rail

Nearest Airports

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Hot desert (BWh)

Avg Annual Temp

75.1°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

University of Phoenix Guest Parking

surface_lot • High

Located opposite the main campus buildings on Riverpoint Parkway.

University of Phoenix Parking Garage

garage

Located at 4055 S Riverpoint Pkwy; includes Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@phoenix.edu

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