CALENDAR
Enrollment Dates
Please note that many classes have a student limit due to some online class time.
Academic Calendar – 15 Week Semester
Spring I Semester 2026
Start date: January 12, 2026
Last day of the semester: April 24, 2026
Summer Semester 2026
Start date: May 11, 2026
Last day of the semester: August 21, 2026
Fall Semester 2026
Start date: September 1, 2026
Last day of the semester: December 11, 2026
All U.S. federal holidays will be observed, and no classes or administrative operations will take place on these dates. This includes the following:
2026
New Year's Day: Thursday, January 1, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, January 19, 2026
Presidents' Day: Monday, February 16, 2026
Memorial Day: Monday, May 25, 2026
Juneteenth National Independence Day: Friday, June 19, 2026
Independence Day: Saturday, July 4, 2026 (observed Friday, July 3)
Labor Day: Monday, September 7, 2026
Columbus Day: Monday, October 12, 2026
Veterans Day: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 26, 2026
Christmas Day: Friday, December 25, 2026
Academic Calendar Definitions and Policy
Academic Structure
The University of Arts and Design operates on a semester system consisting of three 15 week academic terms each year. All courses are delivered in a 15 week format to ensure academic rigor, consistency, and alignment with institutional learning outcomes.
Each semester provides structured pacing, regular faculty engagement, and defined academic milestones that support student success and program completion.
Academic Terms
The University offers three semesters annually:
Spring Semester
Classes begin in January
Summer Semester
Classes begin in May
Fall Semester
Classes begin in September
Program Entry
Students primarily begin their program of study in the Fall semester. In limited cases, students may begin in Spring or Summer based on program availability and advisor approval.
Course Load
During each 15 week semester, students enroll in one or more courses according to their program plan. The semester model allows students to engage deeply with course material while maintaining a sustainable academic pace.
Enrollment Policy
All courses are offered in the standard 15 week format. The University does not offer accelerated or alternative term structures. This standardized calendar ensures consistency in academic delivery, student support, and institutional reporting.
