WSU Summer Hours

Early March is the time for managers to make plans for their employees’ summer schedules.

Washington State University’s business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. year-round.

In keeping with long-standing practice, WSU observes a schedule known as summer hours for as many employees as possible, while still meeting the requirement to serve the public from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Summer hours will be 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with 30 minutes for lunch, during the period from the first Monday after Commencement to the Friday before the start of Fall Semester. For example, May 11, 2026, through Friday, August 14, 2026.

It is the responsibility of the supervisors and staff of each area to provide service to the public during the noon hour and from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. during this period. Summer hours are approved at the department level.

Managers may approve an employee to work a flexible work schedule, including a 4/10s work schedule. The manager is responsible for determining the work schedule in accordance with the needs of the operations, and applicable rules or policies.

Managers and HR Partners can learn more about scheduling on the Flexible Scheduling page.

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Contact

There are two ways to get help:

  • For questions about your schedule or other team related time & leave questions, speak to your manager
  • For policy or process specific questions, contact your HR Consultant. Find them on the HRS Service Teams page (log in with your WSU credentials).
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