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Aloha students,
I know that the extended federal government shutdown and disruptions to essential programs like SNAP benefits have created unexpected financial challenges for many of you. To support you during this time of uncertainty, the 10 campuses of the University of Hawaiʻi are implementing a temporary grace period related to registration holds for the upcoming Spring semester.
That means students will be able to register for class for the 2026 Spring semester even if there is unpaid balance for the 2025 Fall semester balance. This is a payment grace period, not balance forgiveness. You may register for classes during this time, but any prior-term balance remains due and must still be paid. Here are some key dates to know:
- Spring payment plan enrollment will open in January 2026, with the first payment plan processed on January 15.
- When payment plans open, students may include prior-term balances (Fall 2025 and earlier) to help manage outstanding debt.
- Spring payment is due on January 9, 2026.
- Students who have not enrolled in a payment plan by January 9—or whose financial aid does not fully cover tuition—will receive a hold notification. This hold will not affect your Spring registration.
- At this point in time, all Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 balances must be paid by March 28, 2026. Students with unpaid balances will be blocked from future registration.
We are committed to helping you continue your education without disruption during this unpredictable time. Please take advantage of this grace period to register for your Spring courses and explore the available payment plan option when it opens.
If you have any questions, please contact your campus Registrar’s Office or Cashier’s Office for assistance.
I know this has not been an easy time, but your dedication to your education is an investment in yourself and your future. Please stay the course—it will make a lasting difference for you, your family, and your community. Finish the fall semester strong, and know that we will do everything we can to help you through this challenging time.
Mahalo,
Wendy Hensel
President, University of Hawaiʻi
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