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University of The Bahamas Begins New Academic Year With Bold Innovations to Transform Student Experience

12th August 2026 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS – Transforming the living and learning experience at University of The Bahamas (UB) is taking centre stage as the national university enters the 2026-2027 academic year with a major focus on infrastructure upgrades, technology, student services and operational excellence. From President Dr. Robert Blaine, III and members of […]

University of The Bahamas Launching Environmental and Aerospace Satellite Engineering Programme

22nd July 2026 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS – The Bahamas has been called the “most beautiful place from space” and now a groundbreaking Environmental and Aerospace Satellite Engineering programme at University of The Bahamas (UB) will equip students with the skills to use satellite technology to monitor coastlines, marine ecosystems and climate threats while laying […]

From Standards to Strength: A Framework for Sustainable Success

9th July 2026 I remember standing before the musicians of the Jackson State University Chamber Orchestra as the conductor in Washington, D.C., in January 2009. It was just moments before we began one of our performances for the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. You could feel the history, the expectation, the pride. I still see […]

Commissioning Ceremony for Rooftop Solar Panel Network at UB’s Oakes Field Campus

6th July 2026 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS – Prime Minister the Honourable Philip Davis says University of The Bahamas (UB) has strengthened its role as a leader in the country’s transition to renewable energy with the commissioning of a rooftop solar panel system at the Oakes Field Campus on Friday 3rd July. Addressing the ceremony […]

KEY DATES AND DEADLINES

1 July – Enrollment and initial instalment for deferred payment plan begins for the Fall Semester for returning students – Online Only.

1 July – Disbursement for the Bahamas Government Tertiary Grant begins for returning and new students.

24 July – Disbursement for the Bahamas Government Tertiary Grant ends for returning students only.

24 July – Early Registration ends for returning students.

3 August – Holiday – Emancipation Day (University Closed).

11 August – Enrollment and initial installment for deferred payment plan ends for the Fall Semester for Returning students – Online Only

11 August – Last day to pay for Returning students (via in-person at Cashier’s cage during operating hours or Banner Self-Service by 11:59 p.m.)

12 August – Deregistration Process Begins for Returning students with balances above $303.00 (includes students with past due payment plan installments).

12 August– Late Payment Fee Added for Returning students with outstanding balances $303.00 and below.

13 August – Parents and Guardians Evening – UB North

Freeport, Grand Bahama

14 August | 6:00 p.m. – Parents and Guardians Meet & Greet – Oakes Field Campus

Performing Arts Centre, Keva M. Bethel Building.

17 August | 10:00 a.m. – Welcome to University Life Orientation – Oakes Field

Performing Arts Centre, Keva M. Bethel Building

18 August – Mingoes Orientation & Welcome – UB North

Freeport, Grand Bahama.

18 August – Advisement for New Students (Times to be confirmed by Academic Units).

18 – 21 August – Registration (and payment) – New students only – Online Only (begins at 12:01 am).

18 August – Enrollment and initial installment for deferred payment plan begins for the Fall Semester for new students – Online Only.

21 August – Bahamas Government Tertiary Grant and Private Awards online application ends.

24 August – Fall 2026 Classes Begin.

24 – 28 August – Return of the Mingoes – Student Affairs.

25 August – Enrollment and initial installment for deferred payment plan begins for the Fall Semester for Late Returning students – Online Only.

25 – 26 August – Registration (payment is due at the time of registration) – Late registration – Online Only.

27 – 28 August – Registration (and payment) – Drop/Add only – Online Only.

28 August – Course Extension ends.