# DormWay: Student Planner — Syllabus, Assignments & Grades

> College assignment and syllabus aggregator with AI course assistant. (iPhone/iPad app by DormWay LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dormway-student-planner/id6744615044 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DormWay LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808474957)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-01-31
- Data updated: 2026-07-27
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dormway-student-planner/id6744615044/reviews.md

## What is DormWay?

Ever realize at 11pm that something might be due tomorrow — but you're not sure, so you have to check Canvas, dig through your email, and open that 47-page syllabus PDF just to find out?
Yeah. That's why we built DormWay.

DormWay pulls everything together — your syllabi, Canvas assignments, calendar events — and shows you exactly what's due and when. No more juggling five different apps. No more Sunday night scramble.
Do Now. Up Next. Due Soon. Always current.

WHAT DORMWAY DOES
Upload a syllabus and get a full breakdown in minutes — assignments, deadlines, exam dates, grading breakdown, late policy. Everything that matters, without reading 47 pages.
Connect Canvas and your assignments auto-sync across all your classes. No manual entry. No checking Canvas every hour "just in case."
Ask Ace anything about your courses. When's my ECON 301 final? What's the late policy in CS 101? What do I need on the final to get a B? Ace knows your syllabi — not generic internet answers, your actual materials.
See your whole semester before it eats you alive. Conflicts, crunch weeks, back-to-back deadlines — visible before they become a crisis.

WHY STUDENTS TRUST DORMWAY
Works at 6,134+ schools, every college in the US  — no IT approval needed, no university partnership required. If your school uses Canvas, Moodle, or Brightspace, DormWay works.
Free forever. No premium tiers, no paywalls, no "upgrade to see your deadlines." Everything is free.
Your data stays yours. We never sell your data to third parties. We never share it with your university. Read-only access to your LMS — we can see your assignments, we can't touch them. You can export or delete everything anytime.
Built by a student who needed it to survive. Riley (22, University of Michigan) built DormWay because he was drowning in syllabi and missed things constantly. He still uses it every day — still in classes.

HOW IT WORKS

Upload your syllabi — email them to syllabus@dormway.app or add them directly in the app
Connect Canvas (or Moodle or Brightspace) — one tap, read-only access
See everything — Do Now, Up Next, Due Soon, always current across all your classes

That's it. No elaborate setup. No system to maintain. It updates itself.

Stop wondering what's due.
Download DormWay — free, always.

## Key features

- Consolidates assignments from syllabi and learning platforms
- Connects to Canvas and Moodle for auto-syncing
- AI assistant for course-specific questions
- Works at over 6,000 universities
- Data privacy focused with read-only access
- Free to use with no premium tiers

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dormway-student-planner/id6744615044/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Needs Fixing but Potential

*2026-07-19*

I liked all the features of dormway and everything but I couldnt get rid of pesky notifications. I like to clear all my notifs in one go and changing my profiles notification settings would say they were saved but they would revert back when I went back into the setting, and even the notification bubble on my homescreen would stay!

### 1/5 — waste of time

*2026-07-06*

seems as though this app fails in even the simplest calendar integration. made a class title module 15, cannot change or update it - not other app had this problem. can’t trust it if it can’t get simple class names form canvas calendar. AI is garbage and useless - will say the same exact same thing verbatim regardless of what your message says

**Developer response:** Hey there,

Please email us at support@dormway.app and we can get that sorted.

### 5/5 — Exceptional app

*2026-06-14*

This planner literally took all of my academic anxiety about due dates off of my shoulders. I uploaded my syllabuses for each of my college classes and it immediately gave me a to do list that didn’t miss a thing. The organization and layout is extremely user friendly and simple yet engaging! I wish there was a way to delete an account or remove courses once they’ve been added though because the first time I accidentally added a duplicate and couldn’t remove it. I wasn’t expecting it to be anything exceptional, but Im sooo glad I found it and will use it for the rest of my academic career. Totally shocked this app is free??? I would pay for it!

**Developer response:** Hey there. Thanks for the kind words! We’re working to make it easier to groom schedules. Always feel free to reach out a t support@dormway.app

### 3/5 — Great concept, lots of bugs so far

*2026-04-01*

I love the idea of this app, and I think it could be extremely helpful with some fine tuning. Currently I am having the issue that my classes are popping up five times on my schedule as if I have five things happening at the same time. The task panel isn't working for me at all either, and I wish I could change some of the due dates because syllabi do not always stay the same throughout the semester. I think uploading all of my documents may have overloaded the app and it is still catching up, so I am hopeful that with some times these issues will be resolved and all of my information will be accessible as it should be. Overall, I am very excited about this app, I just wish it worked a little better!

**Developer response:** Hey there! We have updated the app and fixed this issue. Thanks for raising it!

### 4/5 — Great first start!

*2026-02-23*

This app is so convient and having everything organzied in such a nice pretty way is definitely going to help me stay focused. The only thing is I gave it four starts because of the uploading syllabi error. It won’t allow me to do it and I’ve tried two different devices.

**Developer response:** HI there. I think that bug has been fixed, but if not, email support@dormway.app and we’ll get it handled.

### 5/5 — Fantastic app

*2026-02-19*

I put this as a five star review mainly because I thought this was an app with a lot of potential— and it really is! (This is an updated review.) The UI is nice, and I love the formatting since it lets me upload syllabi individually.  DormWay’s great for keeping up with my schedule and seeing conflicts that I probably wouldn’t notice on my own. It also does great with suggestions when to start certain assignments based off of estimates of how long they’ll take. 

Something great is that the devs appear to be fixing problems promptly if they arise. I was having an issue connecting to the canvas calendar, which I mentioned in my original, unedited review. Then, it was fixed in the next update (including a little shout out (〃￣ω￣〃ゞ). Thank you DormWay for existing, ily, anyone reading this should download it immediately xoxo. (Also maybe email support if there are issues instead of being silly and leaving a review like me, who somehow forgot to consider that option.)

**Developer response:** Hey there. That error shouldn't happen! Can you email us at support@dormway.app so we can help troubleshoot. Glad you're enjoying the app!

### 5/5 — Fantastic app with a small issue

*2026-02-16*

I’m putting this as a five star review mainly because I think this is an app with a lot of potential— plus, this could even be an issue exclusive to my phone! Still, I’ve got an issue either way. Whenever I try and connect the canvas calendar, it gives me an error stating “this operation couldn’t be completed. (DWNetworking.NetworkService.NetworkError error 0.)” Being that I just got a new phone (iPhone 13 pro —> iPhone 17) and tested the app again, I’d wager this may be a server side issue. 

In any case, the UI is nice, and I love the formatting since it at least let me upload syllabi individually. A very useful tool, but with a (hopefully easily corrected) flaw.

**Developer response:** Hey there. That error shouldn't happen! Can you email us at support@dormway.app so we can help troubleshoot. Glad you're enjoying the app!

## Frequently asked questions about DormWay

### Does DormWay have ads?

Yes, DormWay contains advertisements. As a free service, ads are displayed to support its continued development and availability.

### How does DormWay's AI assistant, Ace, work?

Ace answers questions about your courses by analyzing the syllabi and course materials you upload or sync. It provides instant, personalized answers based on your specific course content, not generic internet information.

### What is the update frequency for DormWay?

DormWay was last updated on February 19, 2026, indicating active development. The app is designed to update assignments automatically, ensuring you always have current information.

### Is DormWay available on all devices?

DormWay is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, making it accessible across multiple Apple platforms. This allows students to manage their coursework from their preferred devices.

### What is DormWay's approach to user data privacy?

DormWay prioritizes user data privacy, stating they never sell your data. Access to platforms like Canvas and Moodle is read-only, and you can delete your information at any time.

### Can I use DormWay if my university isn't listed?

DormWay works at over 6,134 universities and does not require IT approval or adoption by your school. You can simply sign up and connect your accounts.

### What are the benefits of connecting Canvas or Moodle to DormWay?

Connecting your Canvas or Moodle account allows DormWay to automatically sync assignments from all your classes. This eliminates the need for manual entry and ensures you have an always current and accurate overview of your workload.

### How does DormWay compare to manual tracking or other apps?

DormWay aims to solve the problem of scattered information by consolidating everything into one place, reducing the "Sunday night scramble." Its AI assistant and automatic syncing offer a more comprehensive and less labor-intensive solution than manual tracking or apps without these integrations.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.1 — 2026-07-08

Bug fix release:
- Find Times in Mix now is accurate (oops)
- You can go back to a Course from the lecture screen (double oops)

### 1.3 — 2026-07-07

This update improves reliability, privacy, and core academic workflows across DormWay.

- Better Today, Schedule, Tasks, and Courses experiences, including clearer due/overdue summaries, improved empty/loading/error states, and stronger iPad layouts.
- New task editing and scheduling controls for manual tasks.
- Improved Canvas/LMS connection handling, including clearer reconnect states and disconnect support.
- Better source and citation visibility across Courses, Today, and Ace.
- Improved onboarding, school selection, privacy controls, and permission flows.
- Lock Screen widget privacy improvements.
- Lecture recording controls are now easier to access from lecture screens.
- Numerous accessibility, Dynamic Type, navigation, and reliability fixes.

### 1.2.3 — 2026-05-31

- Fixed an issue with schools that aren't in the system yet

### 1.2.2 — 2026-05-29

Just some bug fixes for deep link support.

### 1.2.1 — 2026-05-28

• A refreshed Today screen — mesh-gradient cards, iOS 26 polish, and the For You feed back front-and-center
• Mix: coordinate study sessions, dorm hangs, and move-in plans with the people you already trust
• Find Times — spot a window that works for the whole group in seconds, with smoother re-open and live availability matching
• Incoming freshman? Sign up before move-in so your fall semester is ready when you arrive
• Smoother chat, cleaner Library/Mix navigation, and a tighter set of Today widgets

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